Spring devices – Vehicle – Comprising compressible fluid
Reexamination Certificate
2011-06-21
2011-06-21
Williams, Thomas J (Department: 3657)
Spring devices
Vehicle
Comprising compressible fluid
C267S124000, C188S314000, C188S318000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07963509
ABSTRACT:
A gas spring capable of having long and short travel modes is described. The gas spring uses liquid in combination with pressurized air to affect the travel length. Unlike conventional gas springs, the gas spring according to the invention may have its travel reduced more than, for example, by 50%.
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