摘要 |
Joint assemblies (10) are useful for connecting one structure (12) to another structure (14). When the various components deflect or bend edge loading occurs between the various components. The subject joint assembly (10) includes a bushing (16) positioned in one structure (12) and a pin (18) positioned in a second structure (14). An insert (20) has an inner diameter (50) positioned around the pin (18) and an outer surface diameter (52) positioned to interact with the bushing (16). The outer surface (52) being a crowned surface (58). The joint assembly (10) having the crowned insert directs forces to the center of the insert to reduce edge loading and deflection of the pin (18) will be followed by the insert (20).
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