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2006-10-06

2008-09-16

Chang, Ching (Department: 3748)

Internal-combustion engines

Poppet valve operating mechanism

Rocker

C123S090390, C123S090440, C123S090450, C074S569000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07424876

ABSTRACT:
A multiple-cylinder internal combustion engine having a camshaft-driven valvetrain with a camshaft disposed within an engine block includes at least two intake and/or exhaust valves with multiple valves operated by a common lifter and pushrod that engages a follower having multiple independent lash adjusters coupled to associated rocker arms. The lifter contacts the common camshaft lobe and a corresponding pushrod that engages a reciprocating bucket follower with a compliant coupling to corresponding rocker arms.

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