Suspension swing arm with high load capacity
By employing cross-reinforcing ribs and hydraulic damping rods in the suspension arms, the problems of insufficient structural strength and damping performance of traditional suspension arms under high loads are solved, achieving high load capacity and good vehicle stability and comfort.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ZHEJIANG DEMING AUTOMOBILE PARTS
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-05
AI Technical Summary
Traditional suspension arms have insufficient structural strength under high loads, making them prone to deformation and damage. They also have limited shock absorption and cushioning performance, which affects vehicle stability and comfort.
The design employs a cross-distributed first reinforcing rib and an "X"-shaped second reinforcing rib, combined with hydraulic damping rods and rubber shock-absorbing pads, to form a multi-layered shock absorption mechanism, thereby improving structural strength and torsional stiffness and absorbing vibration energy.
It improves the structural strength and stability of the suspension arms, enhances the vehicle's ride smoothness and comfort, and extends the service life of components.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of suspension control arms, specifically a suspension control arm with high load capacity. Background Technology
[0002] In automotive suspension systems, the suspension arms, as the core force-transmitting components connecting the wheels and the vehicle body, directly affect the vehicle's safety, stability, and durability in terms of load-bearing capacity. As automobiles develop towards larger and heavier vehicles, and as special vehicles and commercial vehicles have an urgent need for high load-bearing performance, the shortcomings of traditional suspension arms in terms of load-bearing capacity are becoming increasingly prominent.
[0003] In existing suspension control arm technology, traditional control arm structures are prone to insufficient structural strength under high loads, and the control arm itself is easily deformed or even damaged, affecting the stability and safety of vehicle driving. At the same time, the shock absorption and cushioning performance of traditional control arms is limited, and it is difficult to effectively absorb vibration energy under complex road conditions, resulting in poor vehicle comfort and accelerated wear and tear on parts. Therefore, a suspension control arm with high load-bearing capacity is proposed to address the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] To overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies and solve the problems of insufficient structural strength, easy deformation and damage, limited shock absorption and buffering performance, poor vehicle comfort and increased wear and tear of traditional suspension arms under high loads, this utility model proposes a suspension arm with high load capacity.
[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a suspension swing arm with high load capacity, including a swing arm body assembly and a first reinforcing rib.
[0006] The swing arm body assembly includes a swing arm, the upper part of which has a through groove, the end of which has a groove, and a pad is fixedly connected to the end face of the swing arm.
[0007] The first reinforcing rib is fixedly connected to the through groove, the second reinforcing rib is fixedly connected to the groove, a hydraulic damping rod is fixedly connected to the center of the inner wall of the groove, and a connecting sleeve is fixedly connected to the end of the hydraulic damping rod.
[0008] Preferably, the through slot extends through the swing arm.
[0009] Preferably, there are two hydraulic damping rods, which are distributed on both ends of the swing arm.
[0010] Preferably, there are four pads, which are distributed at the ports of the two grooves.
[0011] Preferably, there are multiple first reinforcing ribs, which are distributed in a crisscross pattern on the inner wall of the through groove.
[0012] Preferably, the second reinforcing rib is in the shape of an "X", and there are four second reinforcing ribs, which are divided into groups of two, with the two hydraulic damping rods correspondingly distributed between each group of second reinforcing ribs.
[0013] Preferably, there is a gap between the pad and the connecting sleeve, and the pad is a rubber shock-absorbing pad.
[0014] Preferably, there are two connecting sleeves, which are distributed at both ends of the swing arm.
[0015] The advantages of this utility model are:
[0016] 1. This utility model achieves the function of uniformly distributing the load of the swing arm body by means of the cross distribution of the first reinforcing ribs in the through groove, which solves the problem of local stress concentration and easy deformation of traditional swing arms and improves the structural strength and load bearing efficiency of the suspension swing arm.
[0017] 2. This utility model achieves the function of improving the torsional stiffness of the groove area by distributing the second reinforcing rib in an "X" shape in the groove, which solves the problem that the end of the swing arm is prone to torsional deformation under high load, and improves the stability and reliability of the suspension system.
[0018] 3. This utility model, through the structural design of the hydraulic damping rod and connecting sleeve, realizes the functions of vibration energy absorption and load stable transmission, solves the problem of insufficient shock absorption performance of traditional swing arms, and improves the comfort of vehicle driving and the service life of parts.
[0019] 4. This utility model achieves the function of high-frequency vibration buffering through the structural design of leaving a gap between the rubber pad and the connecting sleeve, solves the problem of vibration transmission caused by rigid collision at the connection part, and improves the dynamic response performance and durability of the suspension system. Attached Figure Description
[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the suspension arm of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the top structure of the suspension arm of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 3This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the top of the suspension arm of this utility model;
[0024] Figure 4 For the present utility model Figure 3 A magnified view of the structure at point A in the middle;
[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the swing arm body assembly of this utility model.
[0026] In the figure: 1. Swing arm body assembly; 101. Swing arm; 102. Through groove; 103. Groove; 104. Pad block; 2. First reinforcing rib; 3. Second reinforcing rib; 4. Hydraulic damping rod; 5. Connecting sleeve. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0028] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-5 To further describe this application in detail, embodiments of this application disclose a suspension arm with high load capacity, which is suitable for automotive suspension systems, especially for high-load conditions (such as commercial vehicles and heavy-duty vehicles), and can improve driving stability, safety and component lifespan.
[0029] Reference Figures 1 to 5 A suspension swing arm with high load capacity includes a swing arm body assembly 1 and a first reinforcing rib 2.
[0030] The swing arm body assembly 1 includes a swing arm 101. A through groove 102 is provided on the upper part of the swing arm 101, and a groove 103 is provided at the end of the swing arm 101. A pad 104 is fixedly connected to the end face of the swing arm 101. The through groove 102 passes through the swing arm 101. There are four pads 104, which are distributed at the ports of two grooves 103. A gap is left between the pad 104 and the connecting sleeve 5, and the pad 104 is a rubber shock-absorbing pad.
[0031] Preferably, the swing arm 101 is made of aluminum alloy casting.
[0032] The pad 104 at the end of the groove 103 has a gap with the connecting sleeve 5. When the swing arm 101 vibrates at high frequency, the pad 104 absorbs the residual shock through elastic deformation, avoiding direct rigid collision between the connecting sleeve 5 and the swing arm body assembly 1, and reducing the amplitude of vibration transmitted to the frame.
[0033] The first reinforcing rib 2 is fixedly connected to the through groove 102. Preferably, the first reinforcing rib 2 is fixed to the swing arm 101 by TIG welding.
[0034] The cross structure of the first reinforcing rib 2 decomposes the concentrated load into components along the x and y axes, which are uniformly transmitted through the swing arm body. Compared with the traditional single-rib structure, the stress concentration factor is reduced.
[0035] A second reinforcing rib 3 is fixedly connected inside the groove 103. A hydraulic damping rod 4 is fixedly connected at the center of the inner wall of the groove 103. There are two hydraulic damping rods 4, which are distributed at both ends of the swing arm 101. A connecting sleeve 5 is fixedly connected to the end of the hydraulic damping rod 4. There are two connecting sleeves 5, which are distributed at both ends of the swing arm 101. There are multiple first reinforcing ribs 2, which are distributed in a crisscross pattern on the inner wall of the through groove 102. The second reinforcing rib 3 is generally X-shaped. There are four second reinforcing ribs 3, which are divided into groups of two. Each group of X-shaped second reinforcing ribs 3 forms two triangular support units. Two hydraulic damping rods 4 are distributed between each group of second reinforcing ribs 3. When the swing arm 101 is impacted, the piston inside the hydraulic damping rod 4 compresses the hydraulic oil through the throttle hole, generating a damping force opposite to the direction of movement.
[0036] During installation, first fix the hydraulic damping rod 4 to the inner wall of the recess 103 with bolts, then fix the connecting sleeve 5 to the end of the hydraulic damping rod 4, and finally attach the rubber pad 104 to the groove port to ensure uniform gap.
[0037] The swing arm 101 has a through groove 102, and the first reinforcing ribs 2 distributed in the groove form a grid-like support structure, which distributes the load borne by the swing arm to the entire swing arm body through the cross ribs, reducing local stress concentration.
[0038] An "X"-shaped second reinforcing rib 3 is provided in the groove 103 at the end of the swing arm 101. Two second reinforcing ribs 3 in each group intersect diagonally to form a stable triangular support structure, which enhances the torsional stiffness of the groove 103 area and effectively resists deformation under load.
[0039] When the swing arm 101 is subjected to a load such as road impact, the hydraulic damping rods 4 at both ends absorb vibration energy through the flow of internal hydraulic oil, converting kinetic energy into heat energy and releasing it, thus mitigating the instantaneous impact of the load on the swing arm 101. The connecting sleeves 5 at the ends of the hydraulic damping rods 4 are used to fix the swing arm 101 to the frame or wheel components, ensuring the stability of the load transmission path.
[0040] Working principle: The external load is transmitted to the hydraulic damping rod 4 through the connecting sleeve 5. The hydraulic damping rod first attenuates the vibration through the damping effect. Then, the load is distributed to the groove 103 area through the second reinforcing rib 3, and then transmitted to the entire swing arm 101 through the cross network of the first reinforcing rib 2. During this process, the rubber pad 104 buffers the impact of the connection part in real time, forming a triple shock absorption mechanism of "damping attenuation - structural dispersion - elastic buffering". At the same time, the reinforcing rib structure ensures that the swing arm maintains rigidity under high load.
[0041] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model.
Claims
1. A suspension swing arm with high load capacity, characterized in that, include: The swing arm body assembly (1) includes a swing arm (101), the upper part of the swing arm (101) is provided with a through groove (102), the end of the swing arm (101) is provided with a groove (103), and a pad (104) is fixedly connected to the end face of the swing arm (101). The first reinforcing rib (2) is fixedly connected to the through groove (102). The second reinforcing rib (3) is fixedly connected to the groove (103). A hydraulic damping rod (4) is fixedly connected to the center of the inner wall of the groove (103). A connecting sleeve (5) is fixedly connected to the end of the hydraulic damping rod (4).
2. A suspension swing arm with high load capacity according to claim 1, characterized in that: The through slot (102) passes through the swing arm (101).
3. A suspension swing arm with high load capacity according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are two hydraulic damping rods (4), which are distributed on both ends of the swing arm (101).
4. A suspension swing arm with high load capacity according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are four pads (104), which are distributed at the ports of the two grooves (103).
5. A suspension swing arm with high load capacity according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are multiple first reinforcing ribs (2), which are distributed in a crisscross pattern on the inner wall of the through groove (102).
6. A suspension swing arm with high load capacity according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second reinforcing rib (3) is in the shape of an "X". There are four second reinforcing ribs (3), which are divided into two groups. The two hydraulic damping rods (4) are distributed between each group of second reinforcing ribs (3).
7. A suspension swing arm with high load capacity according to claim 1, characterized in that: There is a gap between the pad (104) and the connecting sleeve (5), and the pad (104) is a rubber shock-absorbing pad.
8. A suspension swing arm with high load capacity according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are two connecting sleeves (5), which are distributed at both ends of the swing arm (101).