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US 2004/0002390 A1Published application
Shaft with coupling and a method of forming thereof
OwnerNikolai Pavskiinventor
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Abstract
A method for forming a coupling structure (40, 140) on an end of a drive shaft and a drive shaft (10) made by the method. The method includes the steps of providing a tubular shaft (22, 122) having an open end. Forming a driving configuration at the end. Closing the open end at a point spaced from the open end. Casting a coupling structure (40, 140) on the closed end in driving engagement with the shaft (22, 122).
Claims22
A method of forming a coupling structure on an end of a power transmission shaft, the method comprising steps of:
- providing a tubular shaft having an open end;
- forming a driving configuration at said end;
- closing said open end;
- and
- casting a coupling structure on said closed end in driving engagement with said shaft.
2 more elements
A power transmission shaft having a coupling structure cast on an end thereof in driving connection with said shaft.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.