Greif has been granted a patent for driveshaft dampers designed to reduce noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH). The dampers are made using a helical-winding process and include attenuation strips with elongate protrusions. Various embodiments feature a core and one or more attenuation strips helically wound around it. GlobalData’s report on Greif gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Nvh-reducing helically-wound driveshaft damper with elongate protrusions
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11920653B1) discloses an NVH-reducing driveshaft damper designed to reduce noise, vibration, and harshness in vehicles. The damper comprises a helically-wound tubular core with one or more helically-wound attenuation strips mounted to it. These strips have specific dimensions and angles to achieve effective noise reduction. The patent includes various claims related to the configuration of the attenuation strips, pitch angles, and effective pitch ratios to optimize the damper's performance. Additionally, the patent describes the use of damping material and polymeric batting/textile nonwoven material in the construction of the damper to further enhance its noise reduction capabilities.
Furthermore, the patent details the application of the NVH-reducing driveshaft damper in dampened driveshafts for vehicles. By compressively positioning and frictionally securing the damper within the tubular driveshaft, problematic resonance frequencies can be dampened effectively. The patent also covers scenarios where multiple dampers with different configurations are used within a single driveshaft to achieve optimal noise reduction. Overall, the patented technology aims to improve the driving experience by reducing noise and vibration levels in vehicles, enhancing comfort and performance for drivers and passengers alike.
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