Connecting rod catcher slot
US11828367B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 25, 2022 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C7/023
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A connecting rod includes an elongated body having a first connection end and a second connection end and an intermediate portion extending between the first connection end and the second connection end. The first connection end includes a cylindrical opening configured to receive a bushing and a link pin. The first connection end includes a first side face and a second side face each raised relative to the intermediate portion, the first side face includes a recessed slot that communicates with the cylindrical opening and an outer edge of the first side face. The slots can optionally be provided on the second side face, giving the connecting rod one or more slots on each side, which lubricate the link pin with splash oil.
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