公开(公告)号：US09127737B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-08

申请号：US12778448

申请日：2010-05-12

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard ,  Pradipta N. Moulik

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard ,  Pradipta N. Moulik

IPC: F16F9/04 ,  B60G11/27

CPC classification number: F16F9/0409 ,  B60G11/27 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  F16F9/0445 ,  Y10T29/49877

Abstract: A spring wall for securement between associated end members for forming an associated gas spring assembly includes a first wall portion that extends axially along a longitudinal axis and circumferentially thereabout. The first wall portion is formed from an unreinforced elastomeric material, and the first wall portion has a first nominal stiffness value. A second wall portion extends along the longitudinal axis and circumferentially thereabout. The second wall portion is disposed in longitudinal relation to the first wall portion and has a second nominal stiffness value that is different from the first nominal stiffness value of the first wall portion such that a non-constant stiffness profile is established along a longitudinal length of the spring wall. A gas spring and a gas spring and reservoir assembly utilizing such a spring wall as well as a method of manufacturing a gas spring are also included.

Abstract translation: 用于固定在相关联的端部构件之间用于形成相关联的气体弹簧组件的弹簧壁包括沿着纵向轴线并沿其周向延伸的第一壁部分。 第一壁部分由未增强的弹性体材料形成，并且第一壁部分具有第一标称刚度值。 第二壁部分沿着纵向轴线并沿着周向延伸。 第二壁部分设置成与第一壁部分成纵向关系，并且具有与第一壁部分的第一标称刚度值不同的第二标称刚度值，使得沿纵向长度建立非恒定刚度分布 春天的墙壁。 还包括气弹簧和利用这种弹簧壁的气弹簧和储液组件以及制造气弹簧的方法。

公开(公告)号：USD673887S1

公开(公告)日：2013-01-08

申请号：US29398999

申请日：2011-08-08

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Designer： Joshua R. Leonard

公开(公告)号：US20080164089A1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-10

申请号：US11650819

申请日：2007-01-08

Applicant: Graham R. Brookes ,  Daniel L. Nordmeyer ,  Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Graham R. Brookes ,  Daniel L. Nordmeyer ,  Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: G01S15/00

CPC classification number: G01S15/08 ,  F16F9/05 ,  F16F9/3292 ,  G01S15/88

Abstract: A reflector includes a first end surface, an opposing second end surface and a plurality of reflector surfaces. A first reflector surface extends from adjacent the first end surface toward the second end surface. A second reflector surface extends from adjacent the first reflector surface toward the second end surface. One or more of the plurality of reflector surfaces can include a plurality of facets or reflector zones. A gas spring assembly and suspension system using the reflector is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 反射器包括第一端面，相对的第二端面和多个反射器表面。 第一反射器表面从第一端面相对于第二端面延伸。 第二反射器表面从相邻的第一反射器表面朝向第二端表面延伸。 多个反射器表面中的一个或多个可以包括多个小面或反射器区域。 还公开了一种使用反射器的气弹簧组件和悬架系统。

公开(公告)号：US08801016B2

公开(公告)日：2014-08-12

申请号：US13993551

申请日：2011-12-19

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: B60G9/04

CPC classification number: B60G11/27 ,  B60G11/28 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  B60G2204/126 ,  B60G2206/424 ,  F16F9/05 ,  F16F9/057

Abstract: A piston assembly (204) including an integral piston chamber (218) with an increased volume that is maximized by providing a mounting arrangement whereby the piston can be mounted to a structural member (stz) such that the piston chamber (218) surrounds at least two sides of the structural member (stz). The piston chamber (218) can therefore utilize space adjacent the structural member (stz) to which it is mounted thereby resulting in a piston chamber of a greater volume than prior art designs. A gas spring assembly (200) utilizing such a piston is also included.

Abstract translation: 活塞组件（204）包括具有增加的体积的整体活塞室（218），其通过提供安装布置而被最大化，由此活塞可以安装到结构构件（stz），使得活塞室（218）至少包围 结构构件的两侧（stz）。 因此，活塞室（218）可以利用与其安装的结构构件（stz）相邻的空间，从而产生比现有技术设计更大体积的活塞室。 还包括利用这种活塞的气弹簧组件（200）。

公开(公告)号：US08613430B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-24

申请号：US12416743

申请日：2009-04-01

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F9/04

CPC classification number: B60G11/28 ,  B60G17/0521 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  B60G2204/126 ,  B60G2204/45 ,  B60G2204/4502 ,  B60G2204/4504 ,  B60G2206/424 ,  B60G2206/73 ,  B60G2206/91 ,  B60G2500/203 ,  F16F9/052 ,  F16F9/057

Abstract: A gas spring assembly includes a first end member and a second end member spaced from the first end member. A flexible wall extends between the first end member and the second end member such that a spring chamber is at least partially defined therebetween. A biasing assembly is operative to urge an end of the flexible wall into abutting engagement with the second end member and operative to permit the end of the flexible wall to be separated a distance from the second end member while in the assembled condition. A gas suspension system is also included.

Abstract translation: 气弹簧组件包括第一端构件和与第一端构件间隔开的第二端构件。 柔性壁在第一端构件和第二端构件之间延伸，使得弹簧室至少部分地限定在其间。 偏置组件可操作以促使柔性壁的端部与第二端构件邻接接合并且可操作以允许柔性壁的端部在组装状态下与第二端构件分开一段距离。 还包括气体悬挂系统。

公开(公告)号：US20130192067A1

公开(公告)日：2013-08-01

申请号：US13755892

申请日：2013-01-31

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: B60G15/12 ,  F16F9/05

CPC classification number: B60G15/12 ,  B60G11/27 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  B60G2204/126 ,  F16F9/05 ,  Y10T29/49609

Abstract: A gas spring assembly that is displaceable between an extended condition and a compressed condition can include a first end member, a second end member, a flexible wall secured between the first and second end members, a spring chamber and a volume-displacing body disposed within the spring chamber. The body can be supported along one of the flexible wall and the first end member such that the body remains in spaced relation to at least the second end member in a compressed condition of the gas spring assembly. A method of adjusting a gas spring assembly is also included.

Abstract translation: 可在扩展状态和压缩状态之间移动的气弹簧组件可以包括第一端构件，第二端构件，固定在第一和第二端构件之间的柔性壁，设置在第一端构件和第二端构件之间的弹性室和容积移动体 弹簧室。 主体可以沿着柔性壁和第一端部构件中的一个支撑，使得主体在气弹簧组件的压缩状态下保持与至少第二端构件间隔开。 还包括一种调节气弹簧组件的方法。

公开(公告)号：US08186657B2

公开(公告)日：2012-05-29

申请号：US11850991

申请日：2007-09-06

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: B60G11/28

CPC classification number: F16F9/057 ,  B60G11/27 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  F16F9/04 ,  Y10T29/49252 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A modular piston assembly is associated with an air spring assembly that has a bellows rolling over a surface of the piston assembly. The modular piston assembly includes a first piston portion adapted to fasten to an associated air spring bellows. A second piston portion separate from the first portion, is adapted to fasten to an associated mounting component. Interlocking members are provided to secure the first and second piston portions together, and/or any desired intermediate piston portions. Discrete air reservoirs may also be included in the modular piston assembly to increase the volume of the air spring.

Abstract translation: 模块化活塞组件与空气弹簧组件相关联，空气弹簧组件具有在活塞组件的表面上滚动的波纹管。 模块化活塞组件包括适于紧固到相关联的空气弹簧波纹管的第一活塞部分。 与第一部分分离的第二活塞部分适于紧固到相关联的安装部件。 提供联锁构件以将第一和第二活塞部分固定在一起，和/或任何期望的中间活塞部分。 分离空气储存器也可以包括在模块化活塞组件中以增加空气弹簧的体积。

公开(公告)号：US08066265B2

公开(公告)日：2011-11-29

申请号：US12263175

申请日：2008-10-31

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F9/43

CPC classification number: B60G11/58 ,  B60G11/27 ,  B60G2204/126 ,  B60G2206/424 ,  F16F9/04 ,  F16F9/43 ,  Y10T29/49879

Abstract: A gas suspension member includes a first section and a second section. The first section includes an end wall and a side wall that at least partially form an inner chamber. An opening is formed through the end wall. A connector fitting is embedded within a cover wall that extends across the opening. The end wall has a first flexural stiffness and the cover wall has a second flexural stiffness that is greater than the first flexural stiffness of the end wall. A gas suspension assembly includes a first spring device used in combination with the gas suspension member. A method of forming a gas suspension member is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 气体悬挂构件包括第一部分和第二部分。 第一部分包括端壁和至少部分地形成内室的侧壁。 通过端壁形成开口。 连接器配件嵌入延伸穿过开口的盖壁内。 端壁具有第一弯曲刚度，并且盖壁具有大于端壁的第一弯曲刚度的第二弯曲刚度。 气体悬架组件包括与气体悬挂构件组合使用的第一弹簧装置。 还公开了形成气体悬浮构件的方法。

公开(公告)号：US07959138B2

公开(公告)日：2011-06-14

申请号：US12364606

申请日：2009-02-03

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F9/05

CPC classification number: F16L37/0925 ,  B60G11/27 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  F16F9/04 ,  F16F9/43 ,  F16L37/008

Abstract: A connector fitting and air spring assembly includes a connector fitting supported on an end member of an air spring. The connector fitting is secured on the air spring by a retaining member engaging the end member of the air spring.

Abstract translation: 连接器配件和空气弹簧组件包括支撑在空气弹簧的端部构件上的连接器配件。 连接器配件通过与空气弹簧的端部构件接合的保持构件固定在空气弹簧上。

公开(公告)号：US20100289197A1

公开(公告)日：2010-11-18

申请号：US12778448

申请日：2010-05-12

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard ,  Pradipta N. Moulik

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard ,  Pradipta N. Moulik

IPC: F16F9/04 ,  F16F1/36 ,  B23P17/00

CPC classification number: F16F9/0409 ,  B60G11/27 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  F16F9/0445 ,  Y10T29/49877

Abstract: A spring wall for securement between associated end members for forming an associated gas spring assembly includes a first wall portion that extends axially along a longitudinal axis and circumferentially thereabout. The first wall portion is formed from an unreinforced elastomeric material, and the first wall portion has a first nominal stiffness value. A second wall portion extends along the longitudinal axis and circumferentially thereabout. The second wall portion is disposed in longitudinal relation to the first wall portion and has a second nominal stiffness value that is different from the first nominal stiffness value of the first wall portion such that a non-constant stiffness profile is established along a longitudinal length of the spring wall. A gas spring and a gas spring and reservoir assembly utilizing such a spring wall as well as a method of manufacturing a gas spring are also included.

Abstract translation: 用于固定在相关联的端部构件之间用于形成相关联的气体弹簧组件的弹簧壁包括沿着纵向轴线并沿其周向延伸的第一壁部分。 第一壁部分由未增强的弹性体材料形成，并且第一壁部分具有第一标称刚度值。 第二壁部分沿着纵向轴线并沿着周向延伸。 第二壁部分设置成与第一壁部分成纵向关系，并且具有与第一壁部分的第一标称刚度值不同的第二标称刚度值，使得沿纵向长度建立非恒定刚度分布 春天的墙壁。 还包括气弹簧和利用这种弹簧壁的气弹簧和储液组件以及制造气弹簧的方法。