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Self-Damping Sprung WheelSelf-damping sprung wheel provides shock-absorbing suspension for wheelchair, reducing user's discomfort when traversing rough terrain or obstacles. Pair of self-damping sprung wheels installed in place of conventional large rear wheels of standard wheelchair, which user operates in conventional manner. Rim deflects in vicinity of contact with ground or floor. Includes inner and outer hoops bending when obstacle encountered. Shear deformation of elastomeric hoop between them absorbs energy. Thus, three hoops act together as damping spring. Alternative version of wheel designed for bicycle.
Document ID
19930000039
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Weddendorf, Bruce
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, AL.)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1993
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 17
Issue: 1
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
MFS-28632
Accession Number
93B10039
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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