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Fluted core disc brake piston

US4170926A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 20, 1978
Grant dateOct 16, 1979
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Expiry dateJan 20, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D2125/06
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A plastic disc brake piston is disclosed with a novel fluted inner core design, giving a piston with superior structural strength, crack resistance, and improved heat dissipation when used in disc brake assemblies.

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