Joints and connections – Articulated members – Pivoted
Patent
1990-05-14
1991-11-19
Cuomo, Peter M.
Joints and connections
Articulated members
Pivoted
403138, 403132, F16C 1106
Patent
active
050661604
ABSTRACT:
A ball joint has a folded, stamped metal housing with increased strength and a seal to contain a liquid lubricant from leaking out through the housing seam. An annular steel support seat member reinforces the stamped housing structure and has an outer flange received in a recess in the housing to cover the seam.
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Cuomo Peter M.
TRW Inc.
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