Vehicle Suspension Linkage With Segmented Shock Extension
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle suspension shocks have wide designs that are cumbersome to install and remove, limit space within the suspension linkage system, and reduce shock capability, making it difficult to accommodate accessories like tools and water bottles.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle suspension linkage system with a shock and an extension body that is pivotally coupled to the suspension frame, allowing for a narrower design and easier installation/disassembly, and includes a shock extension assembly with multiple bodies that provide linear resistance and accommodate accessories.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional wide shock designs are used, then shock capability is reduced and space is limited, but installation and removal become difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The shock is divided into multiple separable components: a main shock body and an extension body that can be detached. This segmentation allows the shock to be installed and removed in sections, significantly improving ease of installation and removal while maintaining the required width for shock capability when assembled.
2Volume of stationary object
If conventional shock designs are used, then space within the suspension linkage system is limited, but installation becomes cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the shock into a main body and an extension body that can be independently installed, the system maximizes available space within the suspension linkage while reducing installation complexity. The extension body can be positioned to optimize space utilization without requiring complex overall installation procedures.
3Adaptability or versatility
If shock is positioned in conventional locations, then space for accessories is reduced, but shock performance is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The extension body is positioned forward of the main shock body, utilizing space in the forward direction rather than competing for space in the traditional shock mounting location. This dimensional repositioning allows accessories to be accommodated in the space behind the extension body while the shock maintains its performance capability through proper positioning of both bodies.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides improved shock capability, easier assembly, and additional space for accessories by positioning the shock further forward, allowing for a narrower suspension frame and easier access to tools and spare parts.
Implementation Method 1
The shock may be positioned to provide linear resistance between the two linkage bodies having relative motion with respect to one another
Implementation Method 2
The extension bodies may be pivotally connected to the suspension linkage so that the first mounting axis of the first extension body is collinear with the first mounting axis of the second extension body
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AI summary
A two-wheel vehicle suspension linkage, including a shock and a shock extension assembly, is provided. The shock may include first and second mounting axes operably connected to two linkage bodies. The shock may provide linear resistance between the two linkage bodies. The shock extension assembly may include first and second extension bodies. Each of the first and second extension bodies may include a first mounting axis and a second mounting axis positioned in a non-parallel mounting orientation. The extension bodies may be pivotally connected to the suspension linkage with the first mounting axis of the first extension body being collinear with the first mounting axis of the second extension body. The second mounting axis of the first extension body may be collinear to the second mounting axis of the second extension body and the first or second mounting axis defining a non-effective shock damper axis.