Machine element or mechanism – Mechanical movements – Rotary to or from reciprocating or oscillating
Patent
1993-01-28
1995-04-18
Kamen, Noah P.
Machine element or mechanism
Mechanical movements
Rotary to or from reciprocating or oscillating
123 555, 1231971, 1231974, F16H 1904
Patent
active
054068592
ABSTRACT:
The invention is a versatile device for transferring power between rotary and reciprocating linear motion comprising a rack assembly with opposed, spaced apart longitudinal portions joined by curved end portions arrayed to form a substantially continuous engaging surface; a stator block for guiding the rack assembly in reciprocating linear movement; a pinion wheel; a guide cam for holding the pinion wheel continuously in engagement with the engaging surface of the rack; and a floating power transfer shaft connected with the pinion wheel and mounted to swing in an arc perpendicular to the linear motion of the rack assembly. Linear reciprocation of the rack assembly through the stator block is coupled with rotary motion of the power transfer shaft and periodic rocking of the shaft as the pinion wheel traverses the engaging surface of the rack. The invention may be used instead of a crankshaft in internal combustion engines and compressors to make such equipment simpler, more powerful, energy efficient, compact, and capable of oil-free operation, and has countless other beneficial applications.
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