Patents by Inventor Shen-Ling Allen Wang
Shen-Ling Allen Wang has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 7905785Abstract: An embodiment of a constant velocity joint includes a first rotational member having a generally cylindrical surface. The generally cylindrical surface is defined, at least in part, by a groove portion. The constant velocity joint further includes a grease cover selectively positioned adjacent the first rotational member. An edge portion of the grease cover is positioned within the groove to at least partially retain the grease cover in a desired position.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2007Date of Patent: March 15, 2011Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventors: Michael Vincent Madden, Andrew Patrick Gregory, Noel W. Sutton, Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Publication number: 20080146355Abstract: An embodiment of a constant velocity joint includes a first rotational member having a generally cylindrical surface. The generally cylindrical surface is defined, at least in part, by a groove portion. The constant velocity joint further includes a grease cover selectively positioned adjacent the first rotational member. An edge portion of the grease cover is positioned within the groove to at least partially retain the grease cover in a desired position.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2007Publication date: June 19, 2008Inventors: Michael Vincent Madden, Andrew Patrick Gregory, Noel W. Sutton, Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Patent number: 7297065Abstract: A sealing component constructed of silicone compound for use in high-temperature, high-speed and high-angle applications is disclosed. The disclosed silicone material may also be reinforced with fibers for added stiffness and stability.Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2004Date of Patent: November 20, 2007Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Patent number: 7282166Abstract: A method of forming a flexible component includes performing a stress analysis on potential configurations of the component. A desired as-molded shape can be selected from the configurations that were analyzed based upon the stresses resulting from manipulation.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2004Date of Patent: October 16, 2007Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Patent number: 7238114Abstract: A boot for a joint is provided having an aperture and at least one protrusion and at least one indentation disposed about an inside diameter of the aperture.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2004Date of Patent: July 3, 2007Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventors: Shen-Ling Allen Wang, Robert Leslie Cassell
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Patent number: 7204760Abstract: A vent valve for use in a constant velocity joint having a vent aperture in communication with a joint cavity comprises a body portion having a first end and a second end and a plurality of escape pathways extending therebetween. An umbrella shaped flexible retention cap is disposed adjacent the first end of the body portion and the plurality of escape pathways, wherein the retention cap is operative in a normally closed position to cover the plurality of escape pathways and seal the joint from external contaminants, and in response to internal pressure created in the joint cavity functions to bellow outward and expose the plurality of escape pathways to permit air to escape from the cavity.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2004Date of Patent: April 17, 2007Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Patent number: 7090584Abstract: A slip spline boot for use in a constant velocity joint of a vehicle drive line includes a plurality of bellows. The plurality of bellows are arranged between a first and second end of the slip spline boot. The plurality of bellows have a specific peak to peak distance and a specific bellow angle for each of the bellows. The symmetrical boot will have the exact same peak to peak distance and bellow angle for each of the plurality of bellows on the slip spline boot. The slip spline boot is made of a high temperature high stiffness thermoplastic elastomer.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2004Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventors: Shen-Ling Allen Wang, Lawrence R. Mischley
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Patent number: 6988949Abstract: A vent valve for use in a constant velocity joint having a vent aperture in communication with a joint chamber comprises a body having a first end and a second end and at least one flat extending therebetween; and an umbrella shaped flexible retention cap disposed adjacent the first end of the body and the at least one flat. The retention cap is operative in a normally closed position to cover the at least one flat and seal the joint from external contaminants, and in response to internal pressure created in the joint cavity, functions to bellow outward and expose the at least one flat to permit air to escape from the chamber. The at least one flat includes a straight-line vent to clean the grease off and away from the vent valve. The vent valve can be made from single or multiple materials, having porous and non-porous properties.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2003Date of Patent: January 24, 2006Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Patent number: 6942223Abstract: A molded boot having an inner layer and an outer layer made from different elastomeric material. Each layer is compatible with the fluid environment to which it is exposed. The dual layer boot provides longer service life with less degradation caused by chemical and environmental exposure.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2003Date of Patent: September 13, 2005Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Patent number: 6926612Abstract: A joint sealing boot comprises a first end affixable to a shaft, and a second end affixable to a boot cover, the second end having a sealing area including at least one sealing bead for sealing the joint and preventing grease egress and contamination ingress.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2003Date of Patent: August 9, 2005Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventors: Shen-Ling Allen Wang, Paul Anthony Fanara
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Patent number: 6830074Abstract: A constant velocity joint vent for use in a constant velocity joint of automotive vehicles. The constant velocity joint vent includes a flapper valve generally having a circular shape. The constant velocity joint vent also includes a first and second assembly post extending from an inside surface of the flapper valve. A circumferential compression limiter is also located on an inside surface of the flapper valve. The flapper valve also includes a sealing bead located at the outer periphery thereof. The flapper valve is connected via the first and second assembly post to a cover that includes an orifice for venting of high pressure gas to the outer atmosphere while also repelling contaminants from entering the constant velocity joint.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2003Date of Patent: December 14, 2004Assignee: GKN Driveline North America, Inc.Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Publication number: 20040099322Abstract: A constant velocityjoint vent for use in a constant velocityjoint of automotive vehicles. The constant velocity joint vent includes a flapper valve generally having a circular shape. The constant velocityjoint vent also includes a first and second assembly post extending from an inside surface of the flapper valve. A circumferential compression limiter is also located on an inside surface of the flapper valve. The flapper valve also includes a sealing bead located at the outer periphery thereof. The flapper valve is connected via the first and second assembly post to a cover that includes an orifice for venting of high pressure gas to the outer atmosphere while also repelling contaminants from entering the constant velocity joint.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2003Publication date: May 27, 2004Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Patent number: 6736729Abstract: A constant velocity joint wherein one or more of the outer ball tracks, the inner ball tracks, or the balls have textured surfaces such as dimples or raised ridges to increase lubrication of the joint and enhance performance characteristics.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 2002Date of Patent: May 18, 2004Assignee: GKN Automotive, Inc.Inventors: Shen-Ling Allen Wang, John Ramey
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Patent number: 6699129Abstract: A constant velocity joint vent for use in a constant velocity joint of automotive vehicles. The constant velocity joint vent includes a flapper valve generally having a circular shape. The constant velocity joint vent also includes a first and second assembly post extending from an inside surface of the flapper valve. A circumferential compression limiter is also located on an inside surface of the flapper valve. The flapper valve also includes a sealing bead located at the outer periphery thereof. The flapper valve is connected via the first and second assembly post to a cover that includes an orifice for venting of high pressure gas to the outer atmosphere while also repelling contaminants from entering the constant velocity joint.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Assignee: GKN Automotive, Inc.Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang
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Publication number: 20040005931Abstract: An improved constant velocity joint wherein one or more of the outer ball tracks, the inner ball tracks, or the balls have textured surfaces such as dimples or raised ridges to increase lubrication of the joint and provide improved performance characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2002Publication date: January 8, 2004Inventors: Shen-Ling Allen Wang, John Ramey
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Publication number: 20030228917Abstract: A constant velocity joint vent for use in a constant velocity joint of automotive vehicles. The constant velocity joint vent includes a flapper valve generally having a circular shape. The constant velocity joint vent also includes a first and second assembly post extending from an inside surface of the flapper valve. A circumferential compression limiter is also located on an inside surface of the flapper valve. The flapper valve also includes a sealing bead located at the outer periphery thereof. The flapper valve is connected via the first and second assembly post to a cover that includes an orifice for venting of high pressure gas to the outer atmosphere while also repelling contaminants from entering the constant velocity joint.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2002Publication date: December 11, 2003Inventor: Shen-Ling Allen Wang