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Reciprocating plunger fuel injection pump

US4535641A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 8, 1982
Grant dateAug 20, 1985
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Expiry dateJun 8, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/2107
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fuel injection pump of the reciprocating plunger type has a plunger having a head engaged by a tappet assembly. The tappet assembly includes a roller engageable with a cam lobe of a cam to impart inward movement to the plunger. Outward movement of the plunger is effected by a lever assembly having a forked end engaging the head and a roller for engagement with a cam lobe.

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