Linear compressor with a coupling
US10746164B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 10, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 18, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04B39/0016
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A linear compressor includes a piston with a piston head and a cylindrical side wall. An inner surface of the cylindrical side wall defines a ball seat. A coupling extends between a mover and a piston. The coupling includes a flex mount that extends between a first end portion and a second end portion. The flex mount is connected to the mover away from the first end portion of the flex mount. A ball nose is positioned at the first end portion of the flex mount. The ball nose contacts the piston at the ball seat of the piston. A spring urges the ball nose against the ball seat of the piston.
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