Patent ID: 7293633
Filing Date: 2007-11-13
Classification: F16F

Abstract:
1. A controlled damper assembly comprising: a) a controlled-damper-assembly magnetorheological piston; b) a controlled-damper-assembly piston rod attached to the piston; c) an insulated wire disposed in the piston rod, having a first end operatively connected to the piston, and having a second end; d) an electrical connector having a first connection terminal electrically connected to the second end of the insulated wire and having a second connection terminal electrically connected to the piston rod, wherein the first and second connection terminals of the electrical connector are operatively connectable by insulated wiring to a vehicle electronic control unit; and e) a cylindrical strut housing circumferentially surrounding the piston rod, wherein the piston rod is electrically isolated from the strut housing.