Including Additional Energy Absorbing Means, E.g., Fluid Or Friction Damping, Etc. Patents (Class 248/562)
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Patent number: 8371534Abstract: A system for isolating vibration among a plurality of instruments on a spacecraft includes at least two platforms, each of which is configured to couple to and isolate vibration for a single one of the plurality of instruments. Each of the at least two platforms is configured to mount to the spacecraft. A device is also provided for isolating vibration for one instrument among a plurality of instruments on a spacecraft.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2008Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignees: Lockheed Martin Corporation, Honeywell International, Inc.Inventors: Neil E. Goodzeit, Harald J. Weigl, Michael Brett McMickell, Timothy Andrew Hindle
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Patent number: 8365477Abstract: A shock suppressor has a first base, a second base and a connecting device. The second base is parallel to the first base. The connecting device is slidably mounted between the first base and second base to connect the first and second bases and has a universal connector. The first base abuts against the connecting device in a curved contact surface to provide a first sliding mechanism in multiple directions. The second base abuts against the connecting device to provide a second sliding mechanism in a unidirection.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 2012Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Inventor: Chong-Shien Tsai
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Publication number: 20130009033Abstract: A load carrier device is provided with a support structure and means arranged for connection to a lifting means. The support structure comprises one or more shock absorbers provided with a telescoping element which in an initial position projects downwards from an underside of the support structure and is arranged for damped compressive telescoping at the contact of the load carrier with a base.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2011Publication date: January 10, 2013Applicant: Offshore Technology Partner ASInventors: Tarald Tveit Pedersen, Kjell Morten Kaldestad
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Patent number: 8348217Abstract: Provided are a vibration isolating table (1) with damping mechanism having initial rigidity so that a vibration isolation subject is not swayed under a state in which no vibrations act, and configured to function in a case where vibrations act so that the vibration isolation subject can be protected, and a vibration isolating table unit (15) using the vibration isolating table (1).Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2010Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: THK Co., Ltd.Inventors: Keisuke Nakakubo, Hiroaki Asakura, Takashi Ogata
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Patent number: 8327985Abstract: A vibration isolating system is disclosed. The vibration isolating system comprises a passive mechanical system comprising a damping assembly, a first resilient member coupled in series with the damping assembly, and a second resilient member coupled in parallel with the series combination of the damping assembly and the first resilient member. The vibration isolating system further comprises a support member coupled in series with the passive mechanical system, a viscoelastic mount coupled to the support member, and a motion limiter coupled to the support member such that the passive mechanical system transmits a force to the support member when the passive mechanical undergoes longitudinal displacement greater than a predetermined displacement.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2009Date of Patent: December 11, 2012Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.Inventors: James Boyd, Timothy Hindle, Dale Thomas Ruebsamen
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Patent number: 8322679Abstract: A container data center includes a container, a number of shock absorbers installed in the container, and a support plate installed on the shock absorbers. Each shock absorber includes a support bracket and two damping elements positioned at opposite ends of the support bracket. Each damping element includes a first connecting end fixed to a corresponding end of the support bracket, and a second connecting end fixed to the container. The first connecting ends of the damping elements are movable relative to the corresponding second ends of the damping elements through overcoming resistance. The support plate is installed on the support bracket and can support a number of servers.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 2011Date of Patent: December 4, 2012Assignee: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventor: Tsung-Yuan Chen
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Publication number: 20120292476Abstract: Embodiments of a thermally-conductive vibration isolator are provided, as are embodiments of a spacecraft isolation employing a plurality of thermally-conductive vibration isolators. In one embodiment, the thermally-conductive vibration isolator includes a first end portion, a second end portion substantially opposite the first end portion, and first and second load transfer paths from the first end portion to the second end portion. The first and second load transfer paths comprise a main spring and a damper in parallel with the main spring, respectively. An elongated thermal conduit, which has a thermal conductivity exceeding that of first load transfer path and the second load transfer path, extends from the first end portion to the second end portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2011Publication date: November 22, 2012Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.Inventors: Dennis Wayne Smith, Steven Hadden
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Patent number: 8307586Abstract: A shock suppressor has a first base, a second base and a connecting device. The second base is parallel to the first base. The connecting device is slidably mounted between the first base and second base to connect the first and second bases and has a universal connector. The first base abuts against the connecting device in a curved contact surface to provide a first sliding mechanism in multiple directions. The second base abuts against the connecting device to provide a second sliding mechanism in a unidirection.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 2012Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Inventor: Chong-Shien Tsai
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Patent number: 8291650Abstract: A pylon attachment device for coupling a pylon to a floor joist includes a bearing plate for fixed attachment to the floor joist. The pylon attachment device includes a plurality of biasing members, each having a first end operatively coupled to the pylon and a second end operatively coupled to the bearing plate to allow the bearing plate to move relative to the pylon in a direction generally perpendicular to an imaginary center axis of the pylon and then return to a predetermined position. The attachment device includes a cap lowerly adjacent the bearing plate. A shear pin extends from the cap to the bearing plate to maintain the bearing plate at the predetermined position until a predetermined amount of force shears the shear pin and allows the bearing plate to move relative to the pylon in a direction generally perpendicular to the imaginary center axis of the pylon.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2009Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Inventor: Paul Vreeland
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Patent number: 8282087Abstract: An oscillation decoupling device is disclosed with a load-receiving element which is mounted in an oscillating manner relative to a support unit at least along an active direction along which at least part of the load is applied having at least one sensor unit which detects an oscillation of the element due to the load and at least one actuator unit acting against the oscillation of the element. The support unit is modularly configured and serves as a support structure for at least one unit that receives the element and is elastically deformable in the active direction of the load. The load-receiving element is connected to the elastically deformable unit. The at least one actuator influences the deformation applied to the at least one unit, or is integrated thereon, so that the at least one actuator initiates a deformation acting against an elastic deformation due to the load inside the unit.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2006Date of Patent: October 9, 2012Assignee: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.Inventors: Dirk Mayer, Tobias Melz, Martin Thomaier
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Patent number: 8262051Abstract: An isolator. The novel isolator includes a first mounting structure, a second mounting structure, and a structure for providing a coupling path between the first and second mounting structures, this path having a series of zigzag patterns adapted to attenuate shock and/or vibration energy. The first mounting structure is attached to the shock source, and the second mounting structure is attached to the device to be isolated. In an illustrative embodiment, the isolator provides a path having a series of ninety-degree bends and a length greater than a direct distance between the first and second mounting structures. The path length and number of bends is tuned to provide a desired attenuation level. The dimensions of the isolator may also be tuned to provide a desired resonant frequency. In a preferred embodiment, the isolator is made from metal or some other material having stable properties over time.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2007Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Assignee: Raytheon CompanyInventors: Peter H. Vo, Edward C. Schlatter, Jeffrey J. Layton
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Publication number: 20120205514Abstract: A vibration isolator system for attaching a payload to a supporting base is provided, the payload having a center of mass and the system consisting of at least three vibration isolating pods. Each pod has two associated, non-parallel, elastic struts. A first end of each strut is attached to the supporting base and a second end of each strut is attached to the payload at a respective mounting point, and the a projected elastic center of the system is substantially co-located with said center of mass. The vibration isolator system is operable to substantially prevent translational vibration of the supporting base from inducing angular rotation of the payload.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2012Publication date: August 16, 2012Applicant: DRS RSTA, INC.Inventors: David Hiley, Reynaldo Cabrera, Brennan Jason
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Patent number: 8235351Abstract: A shock load isolation mounting system that incorporates a dashpot into each shock load isolation mount to provide damping. Each shock load isolation mount includes a shock mount portion having a first end fixed to the object to be isolated from shock loads, a second end, and an intermediate section between the first end and the second end. Each isolation mount also includes a dashpot mounted in series with the shock mount portion. The dashpot includes a moveable piston and a cylinder that receives the piston therein. The piston is fixed to the second end of the shock mount portion, and the cylinder is fixed to a support that is fixed relative to the object so that the dashpot provides damping in directions parallel to compression and tension directions of the shock mount portion.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2009Date of Patent: August 7, 2012Assignee: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventor: Brian T. Van Lear
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Publication number: 20120180200Abstract: A force limiting device comprises a housing defining an axially extending chamber containing a working fluid. A force transmitting member may be mounted for linear reciprocable movement inside the chamber under the action of external loads. An axial array of plates is floatingly disposed in the chamber between the force transmitting member and an end wall of the chamber. At rest, each plate is spaced from an adjacent plate by a gap occupied by the working fluid. When the force transmitting member is displaced towards the array of plates, the fluid in the chamber causes the plates to be successively pushed against each other, thereby causing some of the fluid to be squeezed out from between the plates.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2011Publication date: July 19, 2012Inventor: Martin GAUDET
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Patent number: 8215607Abstract: A damping device for a stay cable including a rotating lever, a lever support saddle, a longitudinal connecting member, and a rigid connection rod. When the stay cable vibrates inside or outside the plane thereof, the vibration displacement is transferred to the rotating lever through the rigid connection rod. One end of the rotating lever is connected to the lever support saddle via the longitudinal connecting member, and can rotate up and down with the lever support saddle as the axis and rotate around its central axis. The other end of the rotating lever is connected to a mass block and a damper. The damping device effectively inhibits vibrations inside and outside the stay cable plane, is easy to install and maintain, and does not negatively impact the appearance of a cable-stayed bridge.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2011Date of Patent: July 10, 2012Assignees: Bridge Science Research Institute Ltd., China Zhongtie Major Bridge Engineering Group, China Railway Major Bridge Engineering Co., Ltd.Inventors: Zhengxing Wang, Cuicui Guo, Mingxing Zhou, Zhiyang Tong, Guiqiong Hu, Baohui Cheng, Jiwei Zhong, Bo Wang, Jian Zhao, Wu Li
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Patent number: 8215245Abstract: A stand for supporting an article a spaced distance above a support surface and for damping vibration therebetween. The stand includes a support frame having resilient bushings engaged therewith. Each bushing defines a bore into which a first end of one of a plurality of rods is received. The rods extend downwardly from the bushings and abut the support surface. The bores are configured to permit the rods to move more in one horizontal direction than in another.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2009Date of Patent: July 10, 2012Assignee: D Morrison Consulting Inc.Inventors: David Morrison, Robert G. Dickie
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Publication number: 20120132782Abstract: The invention relates to a support device for the gun sight of a military vehicle, incorporating a head to which the gun sight is fastened and a foot which is integral with the vehicle, the head being integral with a column with a vertical axis which is introduced into the foot, the column being made integral with the foot by spring means wherein the spring means are constituted in the form of tongues arranged along at least two parallel planes perpendicular to the vertical axis of the support, each plane incorporating at least three tongues evenly spaced angularly around the column and integral with it by a first end and integral with the foot by their second end, these spring means imparting stiffness to the link between the column and the foot that is less along the vertical axis than along the other directions (X, Y) orthogonal to this vertical axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2011Publication date: May 31, 2012Applicant: NEXTER SYSTEMSInventor: Olivier GERMENOT
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Patent number: 8186658Abstract: A suspension system for a seat assembly of a machine includes an upper support member and a lower support member. A plurality of vertically aligned guide pins interconnect the upper and lower support members, and are telescopically movable to adjust a distance between the upper and lower support members. A plurality of suspension devices are operatively connected to the upper and lower support members for biasing the upper support member away from the lower support member.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2008Date of Patent: May 29, 2012Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.Inventor: Charles E. Lewis, II
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Publication number: 20120097825Abstract: Provided are a vibration isolating table (1) with damping mechanism having initial rigidity so that a vibration isolation subject is not swayed under a state in which no vibrations act, and configured to function in a case where vibrations act so that the vibration isolation subject can be protected, and a vibration isolating table unit (15) using the vibration isolating table (1).Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2010Publication date: April 26, 2012Applicant: THK CO., LTD.Inventors: Keisuke Nakakubo, Hiroaki Asakura, Takashi Ogata
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Publication number: 20120097824Abstract: A hydraulic bushing having at least two chambers and at least one channel connecting the chambers. The bushing is made of a high durometer rubber or other polymer to increase durability. The bushing further includes a center bearing press fit in the center of the annular bushing. The bushing is further press fit into an annular seal operable to seal the fluid within the chambers and channels. The bearing, bushing, and seal assembly is then press fit into a bracket which is subsequently mounted to the vehicle. The center bearing is operable to hold the prop shaft wherein the center bearing is free to rotate within the bushing thereby allowing the prop shaft to rotate.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2011Publication date: April 26, 2012Inventors: Alain Rene Regis Giraud, Travis Jon Grassmid, Donald Paul Price
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Patent number: 8164895Abstract: A portable electronic device includes a main body and a first shock absorbing assembly. The main body defines a receiving space to receive a hard disc drive. The first shock absorbing assembly includes a supporting post, a connecting member, a clipping element, and at least one pressing post. The supporting post protrudes from a bottom of the receiving space. The connecting element is moveably connected to the supporting post and includes a first elastic member arranged around the connecting element. The supporting post resists one end of the first elastic member to cause the first elastic member to be compressed. The clipping element is secured to the connecting element. The clipping element clips the hard disc drive under the spring force of the first elastic member. The at least one pressing post is secured to the clipping element and presses the hard disc drive.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2010Date of Patent: April 24, 2012Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Wei Wu, Xin Yang
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Patent number: 8161695Abstract: A shock suppressor has a first base, a second base and a connecting device. The second base is parallel to the first base. The connecting device is slidably mounted between the first base and second base to connect the first and second bases and has a universal connector. The first base abuts against the connecting device in a curved contact surface to provide a first sliding mechanism in multiple directions. The second base abuts against the connecting device to provide a second sliding mechanism in a unidirection.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2010Date of Patent: April 24, 2012Inventor: Chong-Shien Tsai
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Patent number: 8157240Abstract: A quakeproof plinth is adapted to make a showpiece mount vertically go down without a tilt so as to cushion and shelter a showpiece seated thereon from impact force exerted on the entire showpiece. A plinth (100) of the present invention is comprised of a showpiece mount (110), a supporting member (120) capable of supporting the showpiece mount so as to move the same upward and downward, basement shock absorbers (130) enabling the showpiece mount to be shock-absorbingly bumped down thereon, a vibration detector (140), and an actuating device (150) activated to move the showpiece mount downward in response to a detection signal produced from the vibration detector.Type: GrantFiled: March 9, 2009Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Assignees: Musashi Co., Ltd., Kohichi MurakoshiInventors: Tomonao Kaneko, Noboru Yamane
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Patent number: 8132518Abstract: A substantially vertical lift system is disclosed herein. The substantially vertical lift system is comprised of a platform, base, and a lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is designed to displace the platform in a substantially linear manner, and if desired, in a position parallel to the base. Multiple lifting mechanisms may be used, and displaced either in a side-by-side or stacked orientation. The configuration of the lifting mechanism is implementation dependent.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2007Date of Patent: March 13, 2012Assignee: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.Inventors: Han-su Kim, Kyung-dong Lee, Chang-hoon Baek
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Patent number: 8122651Abstract: A shock suppressor has a first base, a second base and a connecting device. The second base is parallel to the first base. The connecting device is slidably mounted between the first base and second base to connect the first and second bases and has a universal connector. The first base abuts against the connecting device in a curved contact surface to provide a first sliding mechanism in multiple directions. The second base abuts against the connecting device to provide a second sliding mechanism in a unidirection.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2006Date of Patent: February 28, 2012Inventor: Chong-Shien Tsai
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Patent number: 8077212Abstract: A shock and vibration isolator for a movie or video camera has a vertical axis system including a base, an arm pivotably attached to the base, and at least one spring connected to the base and to the arm. One or more dampeners are connected to the base and to the arm. A horizontal axis system is supported by the vertical axis system. A leveling linkage connects the vertical and horizontal axis systems. The leveling linkage has adjustment features that allow for compensation of camera lens angulation caused by movement of the camera supported on a vehicle rolling over rough or uneven ground.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2009Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: Chapman/Leonard Studio EquipmentInventor: Leonard T. Chapman
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Patent number: 8075248Abstract: A fan assembly (20) used for dissipating heat from an electronic device. The fan assembly includes a bracket (30) and a fan module (40). The bracket has two parallel retaining walls (31). Each retaining wall defines an opening (311) and two recesses (313) at opposite sides of the opening. The fan module is received in the bracket. The fan module includes a fan (50) and a pair of clamping members (60). The fan has a pair of fan openings in alignment with the openings of the bracket for airflow flowing therethrough. The clamping members are respectively attached to opposite sides of the fan. A pair of resilient arms (67) extends out from each clamping member. Each resilient arm has an engaging portion (671) received in the corresponding recess of one of the retaining walls. The fan module is retained in the bracket via the engaging portions engaging with the recesses and being sandwiched between the retaining walls.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2007Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Xiu-Zhong Yin, Lin Xiao
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Patent number: 8066250Abstract: A clip assembly for attaching two component assemblies while reducing NVH characteristics comprising a first clip portion; a second clip portion; and a middle clip portion that connectively spans between the first clip portion and the second clip portion; wherein the middle clip portion comprises a material that absorbs at least a portion of vibration energy that may be caused by one or both of the two component assemblies.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2009Date of Patent: November 29, 2011Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems AGInventors: Jadranka Vukadin, Igor Spasojevic, Madalina Onica
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Publication number: 20110277688Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a support system for providing dynamic support to a deposition reactor. The system includes a coupling mechanism configured to provide coupling between the deposition reactor and the support system, an attachment mechanism configured to attach the support system to an external frame, and at least one gas bellows situated between the coupling mechanism and the attachment mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2011Publication date: November 17, 2011Applicant: SIERRA SOLAR POWER, INC.Inventors: Robert T. Trujillo, Steven C. Beese, Yan Rozenzon
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Patent number: 8047512Abstract: A vibration damping apparatus actively damping vibration of a vibration source by adding vibration to the vibration source includes a vibrational state detecting means and a vibrator including a magnetic pole, a coil, and a controlling means, and the vibrator adds vibration to the vibration source by controlling a current-supplied state of the coil to vibrate the coil and the magnetic pole relatively, wherein the controlling means selectively switches a vibration generating mode and a regenerative mode based on the vibrational state of the vibration source, the vibration is added to the vibration source to damp the vibration of the vibration source in the vibration generating mode, and regenerative current is caused by an electro motive force generated at the coil by the vibration of the vibration source to flow into a regenerative resistor in the regenerative mode.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2007Date of Patent: November 1, 2011Assignee: Aisin Seiki Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Daichi Mizushima, Takehiko Fushimi
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Publication number: 20110261361Abstract: An interferometer has its performance enhanced by being suspended in a housing that is optionally evacuated. The frame that supports the interferometer is secured to a cover for the housing with a plurality of studs having mechanical vibration isolators. The frame comprises a support flange with a foam layer beneath the interferometer. An optics tray is disposed above the interferometer and holds the assembly to the support flange. The fibers that are connected to the interferometer enter the side of the housing and the entry is sealed off to allow the interior of the housing to be evacuated.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2010Publication date: October 27, 2011Applicant: BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATEDInventors: David Dixon, Robert M. Harman, Roger G. Duncan, Alan C. Reynolds, Michael C. Nuckles, Brooks A. Childers
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Patent number: 8028963Abstract: A monopod support especially for video filming comprises a rod at the longitudinally opposite ends of which are provided a base and an attachment for a video-photographic apparatus, respectively. The rod is rotatable with respect to the base about a substantially longitudinal axis of the rod and at least one shock-absorbing element of the type having a viscous coupling is interposed between the base and the rod in order to damp the vibrations resulting from the rotational movement of the rod with respect to the base about the axis of the rod.Type: GrantFiled: July 4, 2006Date of Patent: October 4, 2011Assignee: Lino Manfrotto + Co. S.p.A.Inventor: Paolo Speggiorin
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Patent number: 8025015Abstract: A vehicle workstation for mounting laptop computers and other equipment inside a vehicle that is easily attached to and removed from the vehicle and prevents vehicle vibrations and jolts from being transmitted to the equipment.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2010Date of Patent: September 27, 2011Inventor: Mark B. Kennedy, Sr.
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Publication number: 20110226929Abstract: A vibration isolator system for attaching a payload to a supporting base is provided, the payload having a center of mass and the system consisting of at least three vibration isolating pods. Each pod has two associated, non-parallel, elastic struts. A first end of each strut is attached to the supporting base and a second end of each strut is attached to the payload at a respective mounting point, and the a projected elastic center of the system is substantially co-located with said center of mass. The vibration isolator system is operable to substantially prevent translational vibration of the supporting base from inducing angular rotation of the payload.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2011Publication date: September 22, 2011Inventors: David Hiley, Reynaldo Cabrera, Jason Brennan
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Patent number: 8016274Abstract: An antivibration device for supporting loads and damping vibration between external elements. The antivibration device comprises two rigid members and a resilient body for supporting loads and partially damping vibrations The antivibration device also comprises a damping unit for further damping of vibrations coincidentally with the resilient body. The antivibration also has an inhibitor apparatus which may be operated to drive the damping unit between two positions to selectively allow the transmission of loads and vibrations to the damping unit.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2007Date of Patent: September 13, 2011Assignee: Paulstra CRCInventor: Blake Adams
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Patent number: 8011468Abstract: A machine includes a machine body having an operator station and a seat assembly position at the operator station. The seat assembly includes a pneumatic support element that includes an air container having an air compressor positioned therein. The air container includes a deformable section, and a rigid section that includes a housing for the air compressor. Forming the air compressor housing integrally with the air container minimizes leak paths and improves packaging.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2008Date of Patent: September 6, 2011Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.Inventor: Alexander Striegel
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Publication number: 20110210230Abstract: A fluid-filled type vibration damping device including a resin bracket provided on an outside peripheral face of a second mounting member. The resin bracket includes a mating portion mated within a mating groove of the second mounting member opening in an outside peripheral face of the second mounting member, a mating tubular portion extending on the outside peripheral face of the second mounting member from the mating portion to one axial side, and a mounting portion which is formed at a distal end portion of the mating tubular portion on the one axial side and extends peripherally outward. A weight reducing space opens at a distal end face of the mating tubular portion on the one axial side while extending between an inside peripheral face of the mating tubular portion and the outside peripheral face of the second mounting member in a circumferential direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2011Publication date: September 1, 2011Applicants: TOKAI RUBBER INDUSTRIES, LTD., HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.Inventors: Naoki NISHI, Daisuke FUKUNAGA, Tetsuya MIYAHARA, Keisuke KAWABE
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Publication number: 20110204204Abstract: A torque support for a converter tilting drive mounted on a shaft journal. The supports are provided on the gear housing that accommodates the shaft journal to be driven. The supports support the gear housing on the structure carrying the converter. To this end, the supports are embodied in each case as dual action hydraulic piston-cylinder units that are independently anchored on the structure in an articulated manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2009Publication date: August 25, 2011Applicant: SMS Siemag AGInventors: Jörg Hertel, Benjamin Wallmeroth, Lutz Rose, Christoph Sundermann, Stephan Schulze, Christian Imiela, Wolfgang Igelhorst, Uwe Thiedemann
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Publication number: 20110127401Abstract: A structure for mounting ancillaries on a vehicle wherein one end of a first bracket in a plate form extends downwardly and is fixed to a body frame and the other end of the first bracket supports a reservoir. In addition, the first bracket supports the regulator in the proximity of the reservoir. The reservoir attached to the forward end of the first bracket functions as a deadweight which, because of the inertia of the deadweight, suppresses the vibrations of the forward end of the first bracket due to vehicle traveling and engine rotation. Thus, this structure suppresses and attenuates the vibration of the regulator attached to the first bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2010Publication date: June 2, 2011Applicant: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.Inventors: Masayuki HIRUKAWA, Taeko TOGAWA
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Patent number: 7946561Abstract: An anti-vibration support system for an engine, comprising an active anti-vibration supporting device including an elastic member adapted to receive a vibration of the engine; a liquid chamber, wherein at least a portion of a wall surface of said liquid chamber is defined by said elastic member; a movable member adapted to change a volume of said liquid chamber; and an actuator that uses an electromagnetic force to drive said movable member, wherein the vibration of the engine is prevented from being transmitted to a vehicle body frame by controlling a supply of electric current to said actuator, and wherein operation of said active anti-vibration supporting device is prohibited when an abnormality in an operational state of the engine is detected.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2004Date of Patent: May 24, 2011Assignee: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.Inventors: Hirotomi Nemoto, Atsushi Abe, Manabu Sekine
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Publication number: 20110113703Abstract: A support block for supporting objects on a roof is a moulded elastomeric block with a substantially hollow core. The support block can be used as is or in a system whereby a galvanized steel channel is secured to the top wall of the block accommodating the mating of a variety of clamps. In some embodiments, the block is elongate and generally flat and supports a roof mounted object thereon when two or more blocks are supported parallel and spaced apart from one another with the object spanning between the blocks.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2011Publication date: May 19, 2011Inventor: Neil Krovats
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Publication number: 20110094978Abstract: A modular datacenter includes a server rack, a main beam, and an attachment member. The server rack is configured to hold a plurality of servers. The main beam is configured to hold the server rack in a specific location within the modular datacenter. The attachment member is coupled to the main beam and connected to the server rack. The attachment member is configured to apply a force to the server rack to put the server rack under compression or tension, and to change the natural frequency of the server rack based on the compression or the tension and on the location of the attachment member with respect to the server rack.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2009Publication date: April 28, 2011Applicant: DELL PRODUCTS, LPInventors: Mark M. Bailey, Laurent A. Regimbal
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Publication number: 20110095164Abstract: A protective apparatus for an electronic device includes a first supporting bracket, a second supporting bracket mounted to the first supporting bracket, and a number of abutting members disposed on the second supporting bracket. The electronic device is received in the second supporting bracket and sandwiched between the plurality of abutting members. A first spring is disposed between the first supporting bracket and the second supporting bracket. A number of second springs is disposed between the first supporting bracket and the corresponding abutting members. The first resilient member and the second resilient members can absorb shocks, therefore, a shockproof protection is provided for the computer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2009Publication date: April 28, 2011Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: CHIN-MING CHANG
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Publication number: 20110095163Abstract: Damping mechanisms and motor assemblies are provided. In an embodiment, by way of example only, a damping mechanism includes an end cap, a bearing retainer plate, a bearing damper ring, a bearing assembly, and first and second lateral dampers. The bearing damper ring is disposed in an annular cavity inwardly from an inner diameter surface of the end cap and has a radially inwardly-extending flange. The bearing assembly is disposed in the annular cavity radially inwardly relative to the bearing damper ring. The first lateral damper is disposed between a radially inwardly-extending wall of the end cap and the bearing damper ring. The second lateral damper is disposed between the bearing damper ring and the bearing retainer plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 28, 2009Publication date: April 28, 2011Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS, INC.Inventors: DUC Q. PHAN, KHIET LE, TERENCE G. WARD, YUNQI ZHENG, GABRIEL GALLEGOS-LOPEZ, DANG DINH DANG
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Publication number: 20110024600Abstract: The present invention provides a platform for supporting various equipment and/or structures which assists in isolating such structure from vibrations external to the platform. Generally, the platform comprises upper and lower plates, having depressions comprising a combination of linear and radial surfaces, upon which the upper plate supports the above-mentioned structure, and the lower plate contacts a surface/area upon which the platform is to rest. Between the upper and lower plates, a plurality of rigid, spherical bearings are placed within the depressions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2010Publication date: February 3, 2011Applicant: WorkSafe TechnologiesInventor: Zoltan A. Kemeny
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Patent number: 7857293Abstract: A fluid filled type vibration damping device includes a fluid chamber divided by a partition member into a pressure-receiving chamber and an equilibrium chamber. The partition member has a first and a second member axially superposed together. A locking projection is formed on one of the first member or the second member and a locking hole is formed on an other, with the locking projection being inserted through the locking hole to effect locking so as to constitute a locking mechanism for holding the first and second member in a superposed state. Outer circumferential faces of the first member and the second member held in the superposed state by the locking mechanism are fastened fitting into a second mounting member via a seal rubber layer, and the first or second member having the locking hole includes a cover portion that covers an opening of the locking hole from a side thereof to which the locking projection projects.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2006Date of Patent: December 28, 2010Assignee: Tokai Rubber Industries, Ltd.Inventor: Mutsumi Muraoka
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Publication number: 20100314525Abstract: An equipment engine mounting system/method for mounting an equipment engine to an equipment frame. The equipment engine mounting system includes a first engine mount disposed between the equipment engine and the equipment frame, including a first engine mount nonextensible inner member having an outer bonding surface. The first engine mount including a first engine mount nonextensible outer member, the first engine mount nonextensible outer member having an inner bonding surface. The first engine mount includes an intermediate elastomer between the first engine mount nonextensible inner member and the first engine mount nonextensible outer member, the first engine mount intermediate elastomer bonded to the first engine mount nonextensible inner member outer bonding surface and the first engine mount nonextensible outer member inner bonding surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2010Publication date: December 16, 2010Inventor: Keith R. Ptak
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Patent number: 7837183Abstract: Provided is a container body including a flexible portion made of a rubber-like elastic material and an annular connection portion made of a hard material in the shape of a substantially flat plate and having an upper surface to which the flexible portion is firmly fixed and a lower surface to which the lid body is firmly fixed. The flexible portion is provided, on a firm fixation region thereof that is firmly fixed to the annular connection portion, with a collar joint portion protruding widely in the direction of a plane of the annular connection portion. Therefore, the container body and the lid body are firmly coupled to each other, and the viscous fluid-filled damper can be reduced in height.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2006Date of Patent: November 23, 2010Assignee: Polymatech Co., Ltd.Inventor: Junji Ohki
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Patent number: 7828262Abstract: A damping and mounting structure for a motor includes a bracket to which a motor is mounted, the bracket being provided with a plurality of through-holes; a housing having a driven element which is driven by the motor on the bracket; a plurality of threaded holes and positioning recesses coaxial to the threaded holes, provided in the housing; a plurality of cylindrical damper bushes made of an elastic material, mounted in the through-holes; a plurality of retainer bushes made of a material harder than the damper bushes and inserted in the damper bushes, the retainer bushes being provided, at the front ends thereof, with positioning projections which are inserted into the positioning recesses; and a plurality of set screws which extend through the retainer bushes from a surface of the bracket and are screwed into the threaded holes of the housing.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 2007Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Assignee: Hoya CorporationInventor: Noboru Saito
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Patent number: 7821632Abstract: A sample traveling stage is used for inspection equipment or precision processing equipment for semiconductors or FPDs, (Flat Panel Displays). The sample traveling stage includes a moving part in which a first slide, which is mounted on a base frame and moves along a first guide block, and a second slide, which is mounted on the first slide and moves along a second guide block, is installed in a mutually crossing direction. A traveling part that travels sample through the sample table is installed by a flexure mechanism module formed on the second slide and measures displacement through the X, Y bar mirror installed at the above sample table in a mutually vertical direction. A measuring part includes a laser head, a beam divider, and an interferometer installed at the operating path of the moving part forms the output into a displacement signal by receiving the input beam interference signal reflected by the X, Y bar mirror from receiver.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2008Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Assignees: Soonhan Engineering Corp., Korea Advanced Institute of Science and TechnologyInventors: Hun Taek Jung, Dae Gab Gweon, Jung Jae Kim, Young-Man Choi, Da Hoon Ahn