Internal-combustion engines – Poppet valve operating mechanism – Lubrication
Patent
1995-10-06
1996-10-22
Lo, Weilun
Internal-combustion engines
Poppet valve operating mechanism
Lubrication
123 9036, 123 9042, 123 905, 74569, F01L 116, F01L 118, F01M 910
Patent
active
055666523
ABSTRACT:
A roller cam follower for an internal combustion engine. The cam follower includes a roller assembly consisting of an insert member formed of a conformable plastic material and an axleless roller received in a cavity formed in the insert, the material of the insert closely conforming to the contour of the roller. Various adaptations of the inventive cam follower structure are shown; including a light weight mechanical valve lifter, a hydraulic lash adjuster, a rocker arm and a mechanical direct acting tappet; all of which include means for conducting oil from the exterior of the cam follower to the roller cavity.
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Eaton Corporation
Lo Weilun
Sajovec Frank M.
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