Energy absorbing elements comprising rigid non-elastomeric layer and visco-elastic layer with twisted fiber bundles embedded therein

摘要: An energy absorbing element such as a spring, shock absorber or vibration damper in the form of laminated structure comprising at least one rigid non-elastomeric layer reinforced plastic material bonded to visco-elastic vulcanizable elastomer which twisted fiber bundles are embedded layer. Preferably bundle comprises steel cord having an elongation rupture between 1.5 and 8%. anchoring may be employed.