Turbocharger shaft bearing
US4427309A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 1982 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S384/901
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bearing for supporting a turbocharger shaft comprises a one-piece cylindrical bearing sleeve for rotational floating between a turbocharger housing and shaft. The bearing includes an inner diameter configured to define a plurality of axially extending arcuate lands formed on a common radius and separated by oil-receiving recesses.
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