An important category of rubber suspension elements is represented by the tapered springs,to which the rubber is subject to shear and compression request.Such type of springs has a widespread use in the construction of rolling stock because,in addition to the advantages of good use of the rubber in terms of request to the stress,they are easier to use.The shape and dimensions of these springs make them usable in a very wide range,from elements for suspending aggregates to suspension elements.The paper presents the main constructive types of conical springs and their calculation elements.Special reference is made to the use of conical springs in the suspension of railway vehicles.
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