Definitions for leaf spring
leaf spring

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1. leaf springnoun

   long narrow spring consisting of several layers of metal springs bracketed together

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1. leaf springnoun

   A spring in the form of a curved length of steel, used in the suspension of wheeled vehicles.

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1. Leaf spring

   A leaf spring is a simple form of spring commonly used for the suspension in wheeled vehicles. Originally called a laminated or carriage spring, and sometimes referred to as a semi-elliptical spring, elliptical spring, or cart spring, it is one of the oldest forms of vehicle suspension. A leaf spring is one or more narrow, arc-shaped, thin plates which are attached to the axle and chassis in a way that allows the leaf spring to flex vertically in response to irregularities in the road surface. Lateral leaf springs are the most commonly used arrangement, running the length of the vehicle and mounted perpendicular to the wheel axle, but numerous examples of transverse leaf springs exist as well. Leaf springs can serve multiple suspension functions: location, springing, and to some extent damping as well, through interleaf friction. However, this friction is not well controlled, resulting in stiction and irregular suspension motions. For this reason, some manufacturers have used mono-leaf springs.

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1. leaf spring

   A leaf spring is a type of flexible, arc-shaped spring typically made from layers of tempered steel or composite materials, used predominantly in the suspension systems of vehicles. The spring's primary function is to absorb and distribute the shock of irregularities on the road, thereby ensuring a smoother ride. Besides providing support to the vehicle's weight, it also helps to maintain the proper positioning of the axle and the wheel assembly.

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1. Leaf spring

   A leaf spring is a simple form of spring commonly used for the suspension in wheeled vehicles. Originally called a laminated or carriage spring, and sometimes referred to as a semi-elliptical spring or cart spring, it is one of the oldest forms of springing, dating back to medieval times. A leaf spring takes the form of a slender arc-shaped length of spring steel of rectangular cross-section. The center of the arc provides location for the axle, while tie holes are provided at either end for attaching to the vehicle body. For very heavy vehicles, a leaf spring can be made from several leaves stacked on top of each other in several layers, often with progressively shorter leaves. Leaf springs can serve locating and to some extent damping as well as springing functions. While the interleaf friction provides a damping action, it is not well controlled and results in stiction in the motion of the suspension. For this reason manufacturers have experimented with mono-leaf springs. A leaf spring can either be attached directly to the frame at both ends or attached directly at one end, usually the front, with the other end attached through a shackle, a short swinging arm. The shackle takes up the tendency of the leaf spring to elongate when compressed and thus makes for softer springiness. Some springs terminated in a concave end, called a spoon end, to carry a swivelling member.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of leaf spring in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of leaf spring in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of leaf spring in a Sentence

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   The Medical Examiner's office was able to prove a leaf spring is what was used to kill George Smith.

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=leaf spring
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Leaf_Spring
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leaf_Spring
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=leaf spring