Semi-generic steering knuckle adapter assembly for a vehicle

摘要

A semi-generic steering knuckle adapter assembly (300) provides predetermined attachment locations (360) for installing a wheel-replacing track system (200) on a steering knuckle (104). The adapter assembly (300) comprises one or more customized adapting members (310,370) (e.g. frame(s), plate(s)) configured to be mounted to the steering knuckle (104) of a vehicle, and a generic supporting member (340)(e.g. frame, plate) configured to be mounted to the adapting member(s) (310,370) and comprising the predetermined attachment locations (360) where the support frame (208) of the track system (200) can be releasably yet rigidly secured. By providing predetermined and preconfigured attachment locations where the wheel-replacing track system can be secured, the adapter assembly allows the track system to be mounted to the vehicle while avoiding attachment at inconvenient and/or weak locations.