Internal-combustion engines – Poppet valve operating mechanism – Tappet
Patent
1992-11-12
1993-08-31
Wolfe, Willis R.
Internal-combustion engines
Poppet valve operating mechanism
Tappet
123 9051, 74569, F01L 116
Patent
active
052399516
ABSTRACT:
A valve lifter of the roller type formed of a lightweight metal preferably aluminum or magnesium alloy. A roller formed of a wear resistant ceramic material is rotatably secured to the valve lifter. The wear/bearing surfaces of the valve lifter are impregnated with a solid film lubricant to provide reduced friction during operation.
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Natkin Robert J.
Rao V. Durga N.
Schafer Gregory E.
Ford Motor Company
Lo Weilun
Malleck Joseph W.
May Roger L.
Wolfe Willis R.
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