Patents Assigned to Auburn Clutch Co., Inc.
  • Patent number: 6565445
    Abstract: A torsional vibration dampening assembly includes a hub having a radially outwardly extending flange with a plurality of openings formed therethrough. A pair of cover plates are supported on the hub for rotation relative thereto, each having a corresponding plurality of openings formed therethrough. A first stage vibration damper, including an annular central damper element having inner and outer rings secured thereto, extends between the second cover plate and the hub. A second stage vibration damper includes a spring damper assembly provided in each of the openings. Each of the spring damper assemblies includes a coiled spring having ends that react against first and second end caps. A movement restraining structure is provided for restraining the end caps from moving freely relative to one another under the urging of the spring. A hollow cylindrical isolation sleeve is disposed about each of the springs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Assignee: Auburn Clutch Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey E. Miller