Abstract: A misting spray nozzle includes a hollow body having an interior wall descending from an upper end to a lower end. The interior wall tapers toward the lower end to form a choke. A channel section provides two fluid paths descending from an upper central aperture. A turbine is sized and shaped to fit closely within the choke and has spiral grooves on its outer surface. The turbine attaches to the body at its upper end and has a cone-shaped opening at its lower end. A conical core is sized and shaped to fit closely within the cone-shaped opening and has grooves spiraling in an opposite direction on its outer surface. The core is attached at its upper end to the turbine. The two sets of spiral grooves define a pair of intersecting fluid control paths that meet at the lower end of the body to create a dense mist.

Abstract: A fuel injector and various methods relating to the assembly of the fuel injector. The fuel injector includes a power group subassembly and a valve group subassembly having a respectively connected first and second connector portions. The power group subassembly includes an electromagnetic coil, a housing, at least one terminal, and at least one overmold formed over the coil and housing. The valve group subassembly insertable within the overmold includes a tube assembly having an inlet tube and a filter assembly and sealing ring proximate the inlet tube. A pole piece couples the inlet tube to one end of a non-magnetic shell having a valve body coupled to the opposite end. An axially displaceable armature assembly confronts the pole piece and is adjustably biased by a member and an adjusting tube toward engagement with a seat assembly. The seat assembly includes a flow portion and a securement portion having respective first and second axial lengths at least equal to one another.

Abstract: A spraying head for a granulating installation includes a slotted nozzle in which a nozzle channel having an oblong cross-section of flow is limited downwards by a floor surface, upwards by a top surface and laterally by a side face on each side. An oblong flow control body in the nozzle channel extends axially between the two side faces to limit the height of a nozzle slot. The control body is pivoted about a longitudinal axis to adjust the height of the nozzle slot. The control body is a cylindrical body having an oval cross-section and a central axis which is approximately centrically disposed between the floor surface and the top surface and pivoted about its central axis, such that underneath as well as below the control body a nozzle slot is formed, the height of which can be adjusted by pivoting the control body about its central axis.

Abstract: A food grinding machine comprises a static outer jacket provided with conventional elements for coupling to a loading inlet of the grinding machine. Annular recesses are formed in the internal thickness of the jacket, have preset volumes and are mutually separated. A food pusher and cutter element is mounted inside the jacket so that it rotates coaxially, and a screening element with differentiated passage regions is interpose between the pusher and the jacket. Each region can be crossed at the annular recesses.

Abstract: A winding reel device with an additional winding unit has a winding box with two cavities and a partition arranged therebetween, first and second reel plates rotatably disposed inside the two cavities, respectively, first and second connection wires lapped about the first and second reel plates, respectively, and first and second vortex springs connected between the first reel plate, the second reel plate and the winding box.

Abstract: A reel device includes a reel rotatably supported in a casing of a blind. A guide is mounted on an end of the reel. The guide includes an abutting point against which a cord of the blind abuts. The guide further includes an extension extending toward the other end of the reel. A line passing the abutting point and an end edge of the guide is at an acute angle with a line orthogonal to a longitudinal axis of the reel. When a section of the cord reaches the abutting point and the end edge of the guide, an acute angle is created, and this acute angle of the section of the cord avoids two forces that act on the cord in opposite direction from acting on the same line. Thus, overlapping of the turns of the cord on the reel is avoided.

Abstract: This stabilization fabric application apparatus provides a rectangular framed box constructed of vertical and horizontal frame members. This rectangular box is constructed in a manner so that it is composed of two halves divided vertically through the center of the long axis of the box. These halves are then pivotally joined at the center of the upper surface of the frame at the frame pivot joints. Conversely, the lower surface of the frame is defined by the roller arms which are not connected to one another. This configuration allows the frame to open and close in a clam-like. The roller arms are used to dispense stabilization fabric from a roll contained in the framed box.

Abstract: A core locking device has members (25) for locking the device (17) to a winding core of a roll to be wound on a two-drum winder, advantageously to a core. The device (17) is placed on a slide arranged in connection with the two-drum winder, and moves, as winding progresses, with the center of the roll being formed along the slide. The device (17) has an actuator (20) to produce a counterforce for the force caused by the mass of the core locking device (17) in the changed position of the core locking device (17).

Abstract: A modular overhead privacy system for a mobile platform, in one form, includes a plurality of independent privacy modules located longitudinally spaced apart, above a passenger cabin, in an overhead crown area of the mobile platform. The system additionally includes a plurality of private access stairways providing access to the privacy modules from the passenger cabin. Each private module is accessible by an independent one of the private access stairways. Each privacy module includes at least one berth that provides a passenger or crew member a private reposing space separate from the passenger cabin. In one embodiment the privacy modules are longitudinally spaced apart in accordance with a seat pitch of a plurality of rows of seats in the passenger cabin. In another embodiment the seats are positioned adjacent one another behind a stairway leading the overhead privacy module. The system can be employed in either a passenger cabin area or a crew member area of a mobile platform.

Abstract: A conductive bus device and method operable to distribute signals throughout a platform. The bus delivers signals to any number of select locations within the platform, such as to seats mounted to a seat track. The bus is mounted beneath a floor of the platform. The signals can be transmitted between the power bus and the passenger seats using a conductor that extends from the passenger seats to the bus through a opening in the seat track. The bus device and method eliminates the need to run separate connections between a signal source and each seat. This device and method significantly reduce the cost, energy, and time necessary to wire each seat individually.

Abstract: A support bracket is provided for holding an outlet end of a hose, such as a garden hose. The bracket includes a base which is adapted to be attached to a support surface, such as an exterior wall of a building. An arch extends away from an upper end of the base to a free end spaced from the base. A channel passes along the base and the arch. The channel is adapted to receive the hose therein. The arch terminates at a head which holds an outlet of the hose. The head extends at least partially downwardly so that water discharged from the outlet of the hose extends at least partially downwardly when the hose is supported by the bracket. Retainer ribs are provided to facilitate removable attachment of the hose within the channel of the bracket.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for use to relieve fatigue and or strain of the wrists, fingers, arms, and upper body due to repetitive motion or position. A support is provided comprised of an inflatable main support, a medium dispensing assembly, and a conduit assembly. The support's intended use is in conjunction with devices that require the user to maintain a position on a work surface, such as computer keyboards, pointing devices, and associated device pads. The support features an attached medium dispensing assembly and pressure release valve to allow the user repeatable inflation/deflation cycles and fine adjustments of the support inflation pressure.

Abstract: A display apparatus having: a display main body provided with a screen; a base member supporting the display main body; and a cylinder assembly provided between the display main body and the base member to liftably support the display main body, wherein the cylinder assembly exerts a supporting force at least as great as a weight of the display main body. Thus, the present invention offers the display apparatus with a simple structure capable of fine variation of a height of the display main body. Further, the display main body is lifted easily with a small force.

Abstract: A support for a computer peripheral device has a base, a post having a first end extending through the base and a second end that couples a computer peripheral device, and a pair of base supports. Each base support has an extension which is received within the base and which engages the first end of the post. When the post is rotated, the base supports are separated from each other to define a clamping space therebetween.

Abstract: The present invention provides an extension arm apparatus with angled clevis operation to provide enhanced mechanical leverage. The clevis adjusts along a path angled relative to an axis of the device, which significantly boosts performance and can reduce the size of the apparatus. Upper and lower channels of the device taper from a first width to a second width, providing a sleek and functional apparatus that can be used with heavy monitors, displays or other user equipment. When a forearm extension attached to an endcap of the apparatus, an interlocking washer and shaft configuration prevents the forearm extension-endcap connection from loosening during operation.

Abstract: A hanger device for securely hanging a purse, backpack or similar item from a variety of elevated surfaces, such as a table top or chair. The hanger device consists of a C-shaped continuous-piece frame having swiveling lower hook portion which may be locked into a desired position and an upper female receiver portion to which interchangeable end pieces for releasably securing the device to a surface are releasably engaged via a spring-release locking mechanism in the locking portion of each end piece. The end piece has a non-slip pad on its bottom side to prevent damage to a surface upon which its rests. The hanger device is preferably constructed of a metal, such as aluminum, or, alternatively, durable plastic. An alternative embodiment provides an end piece having a telescopic extension portion to adjust the length of the end piece for securing the hanger device surface of varying widths or depths.

Abstract: In a longitudinal seat adjuster (3) for a vehicle seat, in particular a motor vehicle seat, with at least one seat rail assembly (5) including at least two seat rails (11a, 12, 13b) that define an installation space (15) and are powered by a motor to be relocatable in relative position to one another, at least a first spindle (20) and a first spindle nut (21) are located within the installation space (15) and interact with one another, and the installation space (15) allows room for a second spindle (30) and a second spindle nut (31).

Abstract: In a proportional solenoid valve control device, a mode selecting switch has an auto-mode position for sending a control signal from a level converting section to a driving signal amplifying section, a valve fully-closing manual position for supplying a valve fully-closing signal to the driving signal amplifying section, and a valve fully-opening manual position for supplying a valve fully-opening signal to the driving signal amplifying section. With the mode selecting switch set at the valve fully-closing manual position, a value of the valve fully-closing driving signal can be adjusted. With the mode selecting switch set at the valve fully-opening manual position, a value of the valve fully-opening driving signal can be adjusted. This makes it possible to easily perform an initial setting operation of the proportional solenoid valve by a valve controller.

Abstract: A chemical liquid valve is arranged such that a diaphragm coupled to a piston rod is brought into/out of contact with a valve seat provided between an inlet port and an outlet port. To achieve a chemical liquid valve providing stable sealing strength, the diaphragm includes an engagement part whose top end is formed in semispherical shape, which is inserted and engaged in a recess of the piston rod so that the engagement part of the diaphragm comes into point contact with an inner wall of the recess of the piston rod. Thus, the piston rod swingably holds the diaphragm.

Abstract: A goods fastening apparatus is disclosed which comprises a pipe fixedly connected to a body and a gear rack passing through the body and partly muff-coupled with the inside of the pipe. A hand grip and a positioning claw are hinged to the body through a primary pivot. A driving claw is hinged to the hand grip through a secondary pivot. A plate spring is positioned between the driving claw and the positioning claw. A mobile stopper sheet pressed against the plate spring is provided at the upper portion of the body. A stopper pin is fixed at the hand grip. The stopper pin is positioned at the edge of one side of the positioning claw facing the gear rack while the front end of the positioning claw is embedded into the gear teeth of the gear rack.

Abstract: A tightening device leverage tool includes a bar member with a bar axis; a first receiver mounted to the bar member, and a second receiver mounted to the bar member and spaced-apart along the bar axis from the first receiver. The first and the second receivers are simultaneously engageable with a respective one of a first ratchet buckle member and a second ratchet buckle member, spaced apart from one another, for pivoting at least one of the first and the second ratchet buckle members about a pivot axis.

Abstract: A pneumatically operated hoist system including a load support is disclosed, wherein the system is capable of sensing an overload and preventing the raising of the load support.

Abstract: A line tensioning system for regulating tension on a line having a proximal end and a distal end, where the proximal end is operatively connected to a drum. The line tensioning system comprises a frame, a first and second sets of rollers, and first and second sets of displacement assemblies. The frame defines first and second side edges. Each first and second displacement assembly is arranged to displace at least one of the first and second rollers relative to the first and second side edges of the frame, respectively. The line is arranged such that the line contacts the first and second rollers. The first and second displacement assemblies displace the first and second rollers relative to the first and second edges based on a tension on the line.

Abstract: A screw, nut and cable transmission device (6, 7, 12, 13, 20 and 21) between a motor (5) and a device (1, 2) which is to be moved and which is made up of at least one double pulley (14), which amplifies the movement of the cable line (20) which is close to the device, relative to that of the cable line (12) which is close to the screw (7). By sacrificing part of the usual advantage of reduction of movement provided by the screw, (7) a greater movement travel for the device (1) is obtained for the same size constraints or constraints due to the length of the screw (7).

Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for fencing and other outdoor structures that allow the structure to be changed or adjusted to modify the function, use or appearance of the structure. The structure can be adjusted into a selected position and releasably secured, or portions can be changed to modify the appearance of the structure. One aspect of the invention provides an accessible compartment in the structure to retain objects such as wires or other conduits, and allows for attaching selected objects to the structure.

Abstract: A vibration damping device wherein a stopper rubber disposed between opposing faces of a first mounting member and the retainer member so as to project from one of the opposing faces to the other. When the first and second mounting members undergoes relative displacement axially towards each other, a shock produced at a time when an abutting face of the first mounting member comes into contact with the open end face, i.e., an abutting face of the retainer member absorbed by the stopper rubber coming into contact with the other one of the opposing faces until the first mounting member comes into contact with the open end face of the retainer member. A receiving space is disposed between the opposing faces of the first mounting member and the retainer member so that the stopper rubber is accommodated in an elastically compressive-deformed state within the receiving space when the abutting faces contact together.

Abstract: A body mount assembly for reducing vibration between a vehicle body and a frame includes a radial isolator bushing including an inner sleeve and an outer sleeve coaxial with the inner sleeve and having an elastomeric isolation member disposed between the inner sleeve and the outer sleeve. A bottom retainer is positioned below a first end of the radial isolator bushing. An upper retainer is positioned above a second end of the radial isolator bushing. A flange bracket includes an axial sleeve portion coaxially surrounding the radial isolator bushing and a plate portion extending from an end of the axial sleeve portion and including mounting apertures adapted for mounting the flange bracket to the vehicle frame. A vertical isolator is disposed between the upper retainer and the flange bracket.

Abstract: A jaw for a bar clamp and a method of using a bar clamp, the bar clamp including a trigger having a first force applying mechanism to apply a first force against the drive lever at a first point on the drive lever that is remote from the bar as the trigger pivots with respect to the main section to provide low mechanical advantage to the drive lever. The trigger also having a second force applying mechanism to apply a second force against the drive lever at a second point on the drive lever that is closer to the bar than the first point as the trigger pivots with respect to the main section to provide high mechanical advantage to the drive lever.

Abstract: A sheet processing apparatus receives sheets discharged from an image forming apparatus one after another on a binding tray to be stacked on top of another, jogs each sheet as the sheet is received on the binding tray, binds a set of the sheets on the binding tray with a binding device, and discharges the bound set of the sheets from the binding tray. Sheets received from the image forming apparatus one after another after the binding device has started binding the set of the sheets on the binding tray and before the binding tray has returned from a discharging position to a receiving position are received one after another, stacked on top another and held on a sheet holding device. The sheet holding device releases the held sheets to be fallen and received on the binding tray after the binding tray has returned to the receiving position.

Abstract: A sheet processing apparatus has: a plurality of conveying paths which convey sheets; and front and back aligning members which perform width alignment in the direction which crosses the sheet conveying direction of the sheets conveyed from the conveying paths. Standby positions when the front and back aligning members approach side edges of the sheets from the standby positions and perform the width alignment of the sheets at the width aligning position are made different every sheet on the basis of discharge position information of the sheets to the plurality of conveying paths.

Abstract: A paper feeding apparatus of a printer is provided and includes a double feed prevention unit. The paper feeding apparatus includes a finger unit for generating a curl at a front edge portion of the paper picked up by the pick-up roller. The finger unit presses the front edge portion of the paper that is mounted on the knock-up plate. A ventilation device is also provided to form an air gap under the picked paper by injecting air in the air chamber toward the front edge portion of the paper.

Abstract: An image-forming device includes an image-forming section, a separating/feeding section that separates and feeds sheets of paper from a stack into the image-forming section one sheet at a time, a pressing plate disposed on the opposite side of the stacked paper from the separating/feeding section, and a drive section that drives the pressing plate. The drive section drives the pressing plate toward the separating/feeding section when the separating/feeding section is in contact with the paper and driving of the separating/feeding section has stopped.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an input unit of a letter sorting system which comprises separable first and second conveyor lines. The first line is positioned proximate to an isolating device which processes letters. The first line comprises a conveyor surface and supporting wall along with a linear guide which extends beyond the surface. On the linear guide runs a separating blade. The second line also comprises a conveyor surface and supporting wall along with a linear guide, however this linear guide does not run beyond the length of the second conveyor line supporting surface. At least one second separating blades run on the second conveyor line linear guide. In operation, letters are placed on the second conveyor supporting surface from bins. The placement may be in a select order. The second conveyor line is then brought proximate to the first conveyor line where the two are then coupled.

Abstract: A width-adjustable sheet tray includes a sheet supporting part, left and right rollers, a ring-shaped flexible transmission component, and left and right guiding components. The supporting part has left and right guiding slots. The left and right rollers are attached to a backside of the supporting part. A line connecting rotation centers of the left and right rollers is defined as a central line. The transmission component surrounds the left roller and the right roller and includes first and second portions on opposite sides of the central line. The left guiding component passing through the left guiding slot is fixed to the first portion. The right guiding component passing through the right guiding slot is fixed to the second portion. Thus, the left and right guiding components can be moved close to and away from each other through the transmission component so as to hold and guide the sheets.

Abstract: A multi-bin sheet collection system comprising at least one secured stacking bin operatively configured to secure imaged sheets from general purview.

Abstract: The present invention provides a soccer table with special entertainment effect. The table frame of the soccer table has a table board, two long frames and two short frames mounted on the four sides of the table board. A predetermined number of control shanks are passing through the two long frames and can be translated and turned by player to control multiple shift blocks, so that the shift blocks can move a ball on the table board. An inner side of each the short frame is inwards recessed a concave curve surface. In the game, when the ball is hit to a curve surface, along the curve surface the ball will overfly and bounce to the table board. In addition, by the curve surface, the ball can be moved backward so that it is passed forward.

Abstract: A reconfigurable air table hockey game includes at least one air puck and is designed to be set upon a flat, horizontal surface. The game comprises a perforated, bounded playing surface overlying a plenum chamber that is supplied with air under pressure, at least during game play. A score keeping mechanism receives signals indicative of scoring events. The game includes goals suitable for air hockey game play attached to and positioned at opposite ends of the playing surface to accept an air puck and to signal to the score keeping mechanism the passage of an air puck through a goal. The game further includes a control that, when actuated, reconfigures the game to at least one new and different physical configuration such that the game is no longer suited for air hockey but is well suited for the playing of at least one other type of air table game that also utilizes one or more air pucks.

Abstract: The dice board game is played on a game board having two opposite peripheral sides defining rows of base positions. Each base position is an opponent's goal position. Each player designates the order and point value of his base positions before the start, with base position order and values and a “Game Over” designator being concealed from one another until the game is started. Each player controls a corresponding number of position markers, with dice determining which markers are advanced on each play. Either or both players may advance on any toss of the die, depending upon the outcome. Points are accrued as markers reach certain positions on the board. The winner acquires an agreed number of points by advancing markers across the board and taking points concealed beneath the opponent's base position markers along the opposite side of the board, or discovers the opponent's concealed “Game Over” designator.

Abstract: A method of conducting a Mahjong-style card game is disclosed. The method comprises utilizing a deck of cards depicting Mahjong-type symbols. In one version, players place a Tian-Hu wager, and optionally a bonus wager, and receive six cards. Players then have the option to progress through four rounds of play, including additional wagers and folding options, wherein players seek to form a Hu in the form of a Tian-Hu, Di-Hu, Fa-Hu or Ting-Hu using cards in their individual hand and/or in combination with community cards. A Hu comprises a pair of cards having a same suit and rank in combination with a three-card run or trips. Optional double down and bonus wagers may also be offered to players.

Abstract: A method of playing a card game involves a dealer and at least one player. Each player makes at least first and second stage wagers against a gaming house conducting the game. The first card is dealt to each player for the first stage and a payout is made to each player having a winning card according to a predetermined payout schedule or rule. A second card is dealt to each player for a second stage and then a payout is made to each player having a winning hand of two cards by comparing each hand to the payout schedule of winning two card hands. In the event that there is at least one player who has won at the second stage so as to qualify for a third stage, a third card is dealt to each player who is qualified and a payout based on the third stage wager is made to each player having a winning hand at three cards by comparing the hand to a payout schedule for a winning three card hand.

Abstract: A leakage seal for use in a gas path between two relatively rotatable members of a gas turbine comprises a foil layer and a cloth layer. The foil layer has two expansive surfaces, a single one of which is covered by the cloth layer. The leakage seal has a proximal end, a distal end, and a generally flat region between the proximal and distal ends. The proximal end is attached to an associated one of the turbine members. The distal end diverges from the generally flat region so as to define a curved hook, along which the cloth portion is wrapped over the foil layer, when the distal end is viewed in cross-section.

Abstract: A gasket structured such that a packing is firmly fixed to one surface of a plate with a predetermined plane arrangement. The structure is made such that the packing is firmly fixed to one surface of the plate with a predetermined plane arrangement. The plate is screwed to an opposing assembly member at a screw fixing portion at a time of assembling. The packing is bent to one side in a width direction by being compressed at a lip portion by the opposing assembly member. A packing extension portion for partly enlarging an adhesive bonding area of the packing to the plate is provided in a position close to the screw fixing portion, an inflection portion or a position close thereto in a plane shape of the packing.

Abstract: A drill chuck has an externally toothed body, a plurality of jaws, and a tightening ring rotatable on the body in tightening and loosening directions. Screwthreads between the tightening ring and the jaws move the jaws radially. A pawl engageable with the teeth is angularly fixed on the tightening ring and can shift between a retaining position engaging the teeth and a freeing position disengaged from the teeth. An adjustment sleeve is limitedly angularly displaceable on the body relative to the tightening ring between a locked end position and an unlocked end position. A cam on the adjustment sleeve can displace the pawl into the retaining position when the adjustment sleeve is in the locked end position and into the freeing position when the adjustment sleeve is in the unlocked end position. A locking part can engage the pawl in the retaining position thereof to lock the chuck.

Abstract: A vehicle leveling system including at least one level sensor, a controller and an output. The sensor measures how level the vehicle is relative to horizontal. Optionally, it does so dynamically, as the vehicle moves across a potential parking area. The controller analyzes the sensor measurements, and informs the operator via the output whether the vehicle is level in a given direction, whether the vehicle is leveling, whether the vehicle can be leveled at a given location, and/or the “best” leveling that the system is capable of at a location. The system also may automatically level the vehicle relative to the ground for the operator. In one embodiment, the leveling system communicates with an existing vehicle electronic height control system. The leveling system overrides or controls the normal operation of this system, and uses it to level the vehicle, for example, by adjusting the vehicle suspension.

Abstract: A skag having a rod/elongated rod and rearwardly-angled threaded studs upwardly-extending immovably from the rod. The skag adapted to be connected to the bottom of a snowmobile ski to enhance the steering capabilities the snowmobile ski. The studs being angled with respect to a longitudinal axis of the skag in a direction opposite to that of the forward travel direction of the skag to decrease the shear stress on the weld fixing the stud to the rod and providing a security against installing the skags in the wrong orientation on the bottom of the ski.

Abstract: A dolly for moving a bendable roll of material such as a carpet and bending it to fit into a confined space, such as an elevator, includes a primary section capable of supporting a first portion of the roll and having ground-engaging wheels, and a: secondary section pivotally connected to the primary section and capable of supporting a second portion of the roll. The secondary section is pivotally movable relative to the primary section from a lowered position in which the secondary section provides either as a longitudinal extension of the first portion, or in a raised position with the roll bent. A stop member limits lengthwise movement of the roll along the primary section. A carpet roll resting on the dolly may be bent at a central area by lifting the secondary section to the raised position and applying downwards force on the central area of the roll.

Abstract: A combined desk and article carrier assembly for transporting at least one article in one mode and for serving as a work desk in another mode. The assembly includes wheels at its lower end with the upper end including an upwardly telescopical handle assembly for manually moving the frame on its wheels. A desk-top shelf is pivotally connected to an opposite side of the frame near its top end and is adapted to pivot outwardly and upwardly to a generally horizontal position to provide a support surface for supporting a lap top computer or the like. A telescoping support strut is attached to the desk-top shelf for providing additional support thereto in conjunction with a deployable foot.

Abstract: A vehicle steering system is configured to avoid contact between wheels and wheel housings when the wheels are steered and to enlarge the maximum steering angle. The vehicle steering system has a steering knuckle that supports a wheel for rotation about a wheel axis and a pivotal movement about a steering axis. The steering knuckle is coupled to a first end part of an extension link. A second end part of the extension link is connected to an arm through a control rod. The extension link is pivotally sustained around a steering axis. The arm is connected to a front end of a knuckle arm through a tie rod. When the arm turns, the second end part of the extension link is pulled inside through the control rod, and the steering knuckle situated on rear end of the control rod is pushed outwardly. At the same time, the arm steers the steering knuckle through the tie rod.

Abstract: A suspension element is disposed inside of a rim. The upper end of the suspension element is connected to a first support member mounted to a vehicle body. The lower end of the suspension element is connected to a second support member rotatably connected to the disk on the wheel. The shock and vibration from the wheel in the vertical direction are damped and absorbed by the suspension element. Also, a spring mechanism and a flat bearing are disposed in the wheel. The spring mechanism is disposed between a rotating member rotatably supported on the vehicle body and the rim of the wheel. If the rotating member is fixed to a brake drum, braking torque is transmitted to the wheel through the spring mechanism. The flat bearing is disposed between the rim and the rotating member and prohibits the axial movement of the wheel relative to the vehicle body.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lateral link for suspension systems wherein the distance between opposite ends of the lateral link increases in a tight or sudden turn, so as to enhance controllability, stability, and riding comfort of the vehicle.