Y10T403/32688

Double cardan constant velocity adjustable joint
12305717 · 2025-05-20 · ·

A double cardan constant velocity joint including a housing extending between a housing first end and a housing second end. A first yoke is pivotably coupled to the housing first end by a first spider. The first yoke extends between a first end having a socket and a second end configured for attachment to a first shaft. A second yoke is pivotably coupled to the housing second end by a second spider. The second yoke extends between a first end having a ball stud and a second end configured for attachment to a second shaft. A ball is disposed in the socket, wherein the ball has a recessed pocket for receipt of the ball stud. A biasing member is disposed in the recessed pocket to impart a bias on the ball, wherein pivotal movement of the first yoke and the second yoke causes the ball to translate in the socket.