Apparatus for optimizing the stiffness of an axle

Details Apparatus for optimizing the stiffness of an axle Apparatus for optimizing the stiffness of an axle

2005-03-08

2005-03-08

Cottingham, John R. (Department: 3679)

Joints and connections

Split end with laterally movable opposed portions

With separate force-applying means

C403S310000, C403S312000

Reexamination Certificate

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06863462

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus including a stiffening structure for stiffening a portion of an axle with a first diameter. The apparatus further includes a set of elements, wherein each of the set of elements includes a semi-circular longitudinal channel of a pre-determined length, and further includes a second diameter that is substantially similar to the first diameter. The apparatus also includes an outer surface comprising a set of expanded structures, wherein each expanded structure of the set of expanded structures further includes a set recesses, wherein each of the elements can be coupled together around the axle with the set of expanded structures, and wherein the amount of deflection of the axle is substantially reduced for the pre-determined length.

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