DRIVE SHAFT CONNECTION

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Avissai Alcantara of Sterling Heights MI (US)

DRIVE SHAFT CONNECTION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240247669 titled 'DRIVE SHAFT CONNECTION

The abstract describes a torque transfer assembly with a drive shaft and a driven member, both having grooves and splines for alignment and retention.

The drive shaft has external splines and proximal and distal grooves spaced apart at a certain distance.
The driven member includes a hub with internal splines, proximal and distal grooves, and a slit, all spaced at the same distance as the drive shaft.
A retention member is inserted into the slit and the proximal groove to secure the drive shaft in the hub.
When the drive shaft is seated in the hub, the grooves align to ensure proper alignment and retention.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for transmission systems - Industrial machinery for power transfer mechanisms - Aerospace for torque distribution in aircraft components

Problems Solved: - Ensures precise alignment and retention of the drive shaft in the hub - Facilitates efficient torque transfer between components

Benefits: - Improved reliability and durability of torque transfer systems - Simplified assembly and maintenance processes - Enhanced performance and efficiency in power transmission

Commercial Applications: - Automotive transmission systems - Industrial machinery and equipment manufacturing - Aerospace and aviation technology development

Questions about Torque Transfer Assembly: 1. How does the alignment of grooves and splines in the drive shaft and hub contribute to the efficiency of torque transfer? 2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits for industries implementing this torque transfer assembly technology?

Frequently Updated Research: - Ongoing studies on material improvements for drive shafts and hubs to enhance durability and performance in torque transfer systems.

Original Abstract Submitted

a torque transfer assembly including a drive shaft with external splines. a first proximal groove and a first distal groove of the drive shaft are spaced apart at a first distance. a driven member includes a hub configured to receive the drive shaft. the hub includes internal splines, a second proximal groove, a second distal groove, and a slit. the second proximal groove and the second distal groove are spaced apart at a second distance equal to the first distance. a first retention member is configured to be inserted into the slit and into cooperation with the first proximal groove when the drive shaft is seated in the hub. the first distal groove of the drive shaft aligns with the second proximal groove of the hub when the drive shaft is within the hub such that the first proximal groove of the drive shaft is aligned with the slit.