Patent ID: 6439794
Filing Date: 2002-08-27
Classification: B60G,B62D,F16C,Y10T

Abstract:
A preloaded pivot joint assembly comprising:a housing having an axis, said housing enclosed at a first end by an end closure cap; a stud having a part-spherical head portion retained within the housing, a shaft portion projecting axially from the housing, and a pin portion projecting axially within the housing towards said end closure cap, said pin portion spaced apart from said end closure cap; at least one bearing disposed within said housing and having part-spherical bearing surfaces, said bearing surfaces socketing said part-spherical head portion therewithin and permitting limited spherical and rotational movement of said stud with respect to said housing within a limited range; and an elastomeric cushion disposed within said housing, said elastomeric cushion biasing one of said bearings against said spherical head portion to accommodate axial forces therefrom, said elastomeric cushion further surrounding said pin portion to accommodate radial forces therefrom.