Knuckle to tie rod damping system

Details Knuckle to tie rod damping system Knuckle to tie rod damping system

2006-08-08

2006-08-08

Stodola, Daniel P. (Department: 3679)

Joints and connections

Articulated members

Pivoted

C403S144000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07086802

ABSTRACT:
A steering assembly is provided that incorporates a system for controlled damping of vibration between a steering knuckle and tie rod end. A bushing formed from a damping material is inserted within an aperture formed in a tie rod arm of the steering knuckle. The shank from a ball stud member of a tie rod end is then inserted through the aperture and through a spring washer. The combination of the bushing and spring washer reduces and/or eliminates transmission of vibration from the steering knuckle to the tie rod end.

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