Barrel engine with rocking ball drive
US4203396A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 19, 1978 |
| Grant date | May 20, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01B3/0076
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A reciprocating engine having multiple pistons coupled to a ball drive element which is retained in a spherical bearing seat and moves with a rocking motion about plural intersecting axes. Drive pins projecting from the ball element move in conical paths and are coupled eccentrically to output shafts, which provide rotary drive for primary power output and for valve and accessory operation.
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