Piston assembly and negative plate assembly
Compliant members in the negative plate and piston assemblies address high friction issues in air spring assemblies, enhancing suspension performance by reducing normal forces and friction.
TW202631408APending Publication Date: 2026-08-01FOX FACTORY INC
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- TW114146722
- Authority / Receiving Office
- TW · TW
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2023-12-12
- Filing Date
- 2023-12-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-01
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Conventional air spring assemblies experience high friction at the seal and piston due to high normal forces when the fork deflects, leading to increased resistance and degraded suspension performance in confined spaces.
Method used
Incorporation of compliant members in the negative plate and piston assemblies to provide elasticity and axial clearance, reducing the normal forces and friction during telescoping motion.
Benefits of technology
Reduces frictional resistance in the air spring assembly by allowing axial movement and flexibility, thereby improving suspension performance.
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Abstract
An air spring assembly is disclosed. The air spring assembly includes a piston assembly comprising a piston, at least one compliant member, a seal configured to provide an airtight seal between the piston and the wall of an air chamber, and fasteners configured to connect the piston to a shaft.
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