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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7850195 | Tandem suspension for steerable axles A tandem suspension for connecting a vehicle chassis to front and rear steerable axles is provided. The tandem suspension includes, on each side of the vehicle, a front leaf spring linking the chassis and the front axle, a rear leaf spring linking the chassis and th... | 12/14/2010 |
| 7320469 | Ride height control system for walking beam suspension A trailer suspension system includes first and second axles with a walking beam interconnecting the first and second axles. An intermediate portion of the walking beam provides a fulcrum for the first and second axles. Air bags are arranged on the first and second a... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7234713 | Axle suspension system An axle suspension system for a load-bearing vehicle is described which comprises first and second mounting brackets secured to the longitudinally extending frame members of the vehicle. First and second lower control arms are pivotally secured at their forward ends... | 06/26/2007 |
| 7229094 | Walking watts air beam A tandem axle suspension assembly includes a pair of walking beams disposed substantially parallel to a vehicle longitudinal axis supporting first and second axles. A link plate is pivotally attached to each of the walking beams and is pivotal about an axis transver... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7207593 | Lightweight reinforced tractor-trailer slider A tractor-trailer slider includes spaced apart longitudinal side rails having control arm supports extending downwardly from the side rails for supporting the slider. Portions of the longitudinal side rails and the control arms supports are integrated using one or m... | 04/24/2007 |
| 7182354 | Bushing A non-torque reactive air suspension exhibiting excellent roll stability characteristics is shown to include frame hangers mounted to frame rails extending longitudinally on opposite sides of a vehicle. Longitudinally extending beams are connected to the frame hange... | 02/27/2007 |
| 7178824 | Walking beam trailer suspension slider A suspension is provided that comprises a tandem axle walking beam with a vertically compliant center pivot bushing and a spring medium located over each axle center. The walking beam is rigidly attached to the axles and is pivotally coupled to a frame of the vehicl... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7178817 | Trailing arm suspension system A vehicle suspension system includes a trailing arm, an air spring, and a shock absorber for providing a smooth ride in a vehicle. A bracket pivotally mounts one end of the trailing arm to the frame of the vehicle while the other end of the trailing arm is joined to... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7077408 | Stabilizing air suspension system An improved air suspension system for the rear axle of a vehicle such as a light to medium duty truck. The system includes a torque arm extending forward of the axle with its forward end mounted on the frame and an intermediate point mounted on the axle. The rear en... | 07/18/2006 |
| 7036805 | Pneumatic front suspension assembly for industrial vehicle A pneumatic front suspension assembly for an industrial vehicle comprises: a front axle linked to a pair of side-members, and a pair of airbags for adjusting the height of the axle relative to the side-members. On each side, there is provided a rigid arm whereof one... | 05/02/2006 |
| 7017941 | Walking beam assembly A walking beam assembly includes a pair of axles in parallel spaced relation. At least one of the pair of axles being a drop axles having end portions and an intermediate portion that extends between the end portions. The intermediate portion drops down and has a se... | 03/28/2006 |
| 7000940 | Equalized rear suspension for multi-use vehicle An equalized suspension system for a vehicle includes a first trailing arm, a second trailing arm, first and second wheels, and a cushion. The first trailing arm has a lower end pivotally secured to the first wheel, and an upper end pivotally secured to the frame. T... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6921097 | Arrangement for wheel suspension Arrangement for wheel suspension in a vehicle (1) including a vehicle frame (9) that bears at least two bogie axles (16, 17) which in turn each bear a wheel axle (5, 6), and also a first bogie element (18) and a second bogie elemen... | 07/26/2005 |
| 6916038 | Vehicle suspension system A vehicle suspension system includes a pair of equalizing beams, two pairs of axle housings each having a lower portion connected to opposite ends of the equalizing beams, two pairs of linkage arms operably connected to an upper portion of each of the axle housings ... | 07/12/2005 |
| 6857643 | Elevating trailer apparatus An elevating trailer for moving between a low, cargo-loading position and an elevated, cargo-transporting position. The frame of the trailer has opposing sides, each side carrying a pair of tandem wheels. An inflatable air bag is mounted on a supporting and pivotal ... | 02/22/2005 |
| 6666474 | Semi-balanced tandem suspension A suspension system provides a pair of walking beams mounted parallel to a longitudinal main frame of a vehicle subframe. The walking beams support tandem axles. The walking beams are mounted to lower outboard brackets extending from each axle. A spherica... | 12/23/2003 |
| 6626454 | Trailer suspension A suspension system for supporting a trailer frame on a trailer axle is provided. The suspension system includes a connector disposed about the trailer axle and upper and lower arms. The upper and lower arms are each coupled to the frame and to the connec... | 09/30/2003 |
| 6460872 | Vehicle suspension systems The invention relates to a suspension system for installation between a chassis and dual axles of a vehicle. The suspension system includes an equalizer beam pivotally linking the axles together. A trailing arm support member is pivotally attached to a ha... | 10/08/2002 |
| 6454294 | High clearance vehicle A high clearance vehicle includes a walking beam frame and an independent suspension. The frame consists of a main frame, A-shaped frames, a main truss, leg braces, and an axle. Pins which are used to join each A-shaped frame and leg braces to the main tr... | 09/24/2002 |
| 6224074 | Vehicle suspension systems The invention relates to a suspension system (10,12) for installation between a chassis (14,16) and dual axles (18,20) of a vehicle. The suspension system (10,12) includes an equalizer beam (22) pivotally linking the axles (18,20) together. A trailing arm... | 05/01/2001 |
| 6193266 | Vocational air ride tandem axle suspensions A vocational vehicle (i.e. truck or trailer intended for off-road operation) comprising a chassis mounted on a tandem axle suspension and having lateral stability in addition to roll and fore-and-aft stability. Roll and fore-and-aft stability are provided... | 02/27/2001 |
| 5971425 | Suspension system for a load carrying machine A suspension system is provided for a load carrying body of a load carrying machine. The suspension system includes a longitudinal frame, first and second axle assemblies, first and second suspension members, first and second balance beams, a first pair o... | 10/26/1999 |
| 5944339 | Integrated axle suspension anti-roll arrangement for push-pull suspension An improved suspension system includes a central bracket that pivotally receives box beams fixed to each lateral side of the axles of each wheel. The combined spaced box beams and axle move as a unit, to provide roll stability to the suspension. The inven... | 08/31/1999 |
| 5845723 | Control device of a start-assist system A start-assist system for a vehicle using air actuators attached to one of rear axles, behaving as a drive axle, is provided to increase the load to the drive axle and the traction when the vehicle starts to run. A control device supplies air to the air a... | 12/08/1998 |
| 5732787 | Control device of a start-assist system A start-assist system provided in a vehicle having two rear axles, one of which is a drive axle. A control device includes an air actuator attached to the drive axle; a level sensor for detecting loads applied to the axles; an air supply source for supply... | 03/31/1998 |
| 5566971 | Vehicle air suspension system An air suspension system for a motor home wherein a frame supports a body and the suspension system supports the frame relative to the axles of the motor home. A structure at the front and rear ends over the axles includes arm portions extended laterally ... | 10/22/1996 |
| 5375873 | Automotive air suspension system A conventional leaf spring suspension system as applicable to pick-up trucks, vans and motor homes produces a harsh ride and is unable to compensate for changes in vehicle ride height and quality brought about by uneven or heavy vehilcle loading condition... | 12/27/1994 |
| 5228718 | Air bag and walking beam construction A set of bag carrying saddles replace the leaf springs of conventional walking beam assemblies and operate in conjunction with a pair of linear stabilizing arms and shock absorbers thereby giving a traction distribution of approximately 25% per wheel. The... | 07/20/1993 |
| 5186485 | Vehicle suspension A vehicle dual axle suspension comprising a force transmitting structure connected at one end thereof to a forward axle of the vehicle, and at the opposite end thereof to the rear axle, and a central resilient bushing for fastening the force transmitting ... | 02/16/1993 |
| 5125674 | Unitary infant care apparatus A unitary infant care apparatus has a compartment bounded by a floor, a railing supported above the floor, and a wall extending between the floor and the railing. A seat assembly is supported in a first, generally horizontal position within the compartmen... | 06/30/1992 |
| 5046752 | Axle suspension system A front axle suspension for a vehicle that is soft in ride and stiff in roll is provided. The front axle is coupled to a solid beam. The beam is a relatively nonflexible member. The beam is pivotally coupled at one end thereof to the frame and is freely m... | 09/10/1991 |
| 5044659 | Device for adjustment of automobile wheel alignment A device for adjusting at least one alignment characteristic in a suspension system of an automotive vehicle that includes a wheel support member and a wheel attached to the wheel support member by at least one removable bolt, whose removal permits the al... | 09/03/1991 |
| 5039124 | Motor vehicle frame and suspension assembly A frame and suspension assembly is capable of a low frame rail orientation and enhanced on-road stability when incorporated in a motor vehicle. An air spring suspension system is mounted outwardly of the frame rails and the frame rails include a reinforce... | 08/13/1991 |
| 5016905 | Tandem axle vehicle suspension system A suspension system for tandem axle vehicles includes: A pair of walking beams with opposite ends connected to tandem axles and with a transverse beam extending through said walking beams. A spring assembly located on each side of vehicle frame. Two verti... | 05/21/1991 |
| 4874052 | Suspension system for a vehicle A suspension system for the idlers and guide wheels, and related structures, of a belted track-type vehicle provides cushioning for the vehicle and components as the vehicle traverses obstacles and uneven terrain. The suspension system also provides tensi... | 10/17/1989 |
| 4861065 | Suspension system for a bogie vehicle A vehicle with an improved suspension system having a chassis with a bogie on each side of the chassis. The vehicle has a hydraulic system that includes actuator means connected between each bogie and the chassis for maintaining the chassis generally leve... | 08/29/1989 |
| 4856812 | Axle suspension system A front axle suspension for a vehicle that is soft in ride and stiff in roll is provided. The front axle is coupled to a solid beam. The beam is a relatively nonflexible member. The beam is pivotally coupled at one end thereof to the frame and is freely m... | 08/15/1989 |
| 4819754 | Multiple mode vehicle suspension system A suspension system for a vehicle equipped with a pair of belts arranged on opposite lateral sides of the vehicle's frame wherein each belt is entrained about an elevated drive wheel, a front and a rear idler wheel, and roller wheels arranged longitudinal... | 04/11/1989 |
| 4817746 | Suspension mechanism for a track-type vehicle A track-type vehicle capable of high speed operation over rough terrain includes a frame supported by lefthand and righthand suspension mechanisms individually having a plurality of hydropneumatically actuated struts for supporting the frame on a pluralit... | 04/04/1989 |
| 4706988 | Pneumatic spring support system A spring support system for tandem axles that supports the adjacent ends of the springs which support the front and rear tandem axles in the center and automatically adjusts the level of the trailer as load changes by having inflatable air bags that suppo... | 11/17/1987 |
