METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR A SUSPENSION SYSTEM

摘要

Various embodiments of the present technology may comprise a method and apparatus for a space-saving suspension system. In various embodiments, the apparatus may comprise a fine suspension device, a coarse suspension device, and a mechanical assembly. In various embodiments, the fine suspension device is arranged at an angle greater than zero degrees from the z-axis. In various embodiments, the mechanical assembly is coupled to the fine suspension device and a payload, such that when a force is exerted on the mechanical assembly by the payload, an applied force is transmitted to the fine suspension device.

主权项

1. A suspension apparatus for use with a payload movable with respect to a support mount along a vertical axis, comprising:
a fine suspension device comprising a first and second end, wherein:
the first end is pivotably coupled to the support mount;the fine suspension device operates along a fine suspension axis; andthe fine suspension axis is not parallel to the vertical axis; a mechanical assembly coupled to the payload, the support mount, and the second end of the fine suspension device, the mechanical assembly comprising:
a bearing system;a lever arm comprising a first segment rotatably coupled to a second segment, wherein:
the second segment is rotatably coupled to the bearing system and the fine suspension device; andthe first segment is coupled to the payload; and a coarse suspension device arranged to operate parallel to the vertical axis and coupled between the support mount and the payload.