Cam follower with polycrystalline diamond engagement element
US10465775B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 30, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 30, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H57/041
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cam follower is provided. The cam follower includes a polycrystalline diamond element, including an engagement surface. The engagement surface of the polycrystalline diamond element is positioned on the cam follower for sliding engagement with an opposing engagement surface of a cam. The cam includes at least some of a diamond reactive material.
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