Bearings – Rotary bearing – Plain bearing
Reexamination Certificate
2006-08-29
2006-08-29
Footland, Lenard A. (Department: 3682)
Bearings
Rotary bearing
Plain bearing
Reexamination Certificate
active
07097361
ABSTRACT:
A rod end device is disclosed for a motor vehicle. The device includes a ball having an outer surface, the ball defining a supporting bore that extends through the ball. A race is provided for bearingly supporting the ball, the race defining a groove which is in fluid communication with the outer surface of the ball. A rod end supports the race, the rod end defining a channel which is in fluid communication with the groove. A one way valve is connected to the channel for supplying lubricant to the channel.
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Archer David J.
Footland Lenard A.
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