Bearing element and sliding layer material for a bearing element
US10415641B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 15, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 15, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2360/22
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bearing element may include a bearing substrate and a sliding layer of a sliding layer material. The sliding layer material may include a polymeric material and nanodiamonds. The nanodiamonds may also be surface-functionalized nanodiamonds. The bearing element may be suitable for automotive applications, including, but not limited, use within automotive engines.
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