Measuring and testing – Rotor unbalance – Dynamic
Patent
1997-11-17
1999-03-02
Chapman, John E.
Measuring and testing
Rotor unbalance
Dynamic
73475, G01M 122
Patent
active
058774203
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for balancing a combined assembly of a driveshaft and axle. The apparatus includes a fixture for supporting the driveshaft and axle assembly in vehicle position. The rear axle is supported using the attachments where the axle is mounted to the motor vehicle. The assembly is rotated and a sensor detects vibrations. An imbalance calculator determines a weight to be added to the driveline to correct the imbalance.
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Labell Larry
Moradi Mohammad A.
Rossman Michael D.
Chapman John E.
Dottavio James J.
Ford Global Technologies Inc.
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