Machine element or mechanism – Elements – Pitmans and connecting rods
Reexamination Certificate
2007-11-27
2007-11-27
Johnson, Vicky A. (Department: 3682)
Machine element or mechanism
Elements
Pitmans and connecting rods
Reexamination Certificate
active
10854937
ABSTRACT:
A connecting rod unitarily formed in a powder metallurgy process provides a non-homogenous structure. The connecting rod has a piston end, a crankshaft end, and an interconnecting shank. The piston end, the crankshaft end, and the interconnecting shank are formed of a structural material.
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Cagney John L.
Van Der Moere Donald R.
Askew Gerald W.
Calfa Jeffrey P.
International Engine Intellectual Property Company LLC
Johnson Vicky A.
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