Cylinder block structure for engine
US10914206B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 13, 2018 |
| Grant date | Feb 9, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01M2011/0079
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This application discloses a cylinder block structure including: a cylinder block surrounding a cylinder array formed by a plurality of cylinders lined up in a first direction; a reinforcement plate including: a first fastening portion fastened to the cylinder block; and a second fastening portion fastened to the cylinder block at a position separated from the first fastening portion in a second direction that intersects with the first direction; and an oil pump that supplies oil to the cylinder block. The oil pump is fastened to the cylinder block together with the reinforcement plate. The reinforcement plate is interposed between the cylinder block and the oil pump, and has a length that is equal to or more than half of the cylinder array in the first direction.
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