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Aluminum alloy rocker-arm

US4147074A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 1977
Grant dateApr 3, 1979
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Expiry dateMay 23, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/20882
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A light weight, strong, and wear resistant rocker-arm of a high strength aluminum alloy with Si 5-25% , Cu less than 6%, Mg less than 1.5%, P 0-0.2% and the balance Al. An element with lubricating properties can be used in the alloy. The cross-section of the rocker-arm is generally T-shaped, or inverted T-shaped.

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