Bearings and other support members made of intercalated graphite
US4798771A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 27, 1985 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/12139
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bearing or other support member containing intercalated graphite exhibits many of the properties of a metal (ie: conductivity, luster, ductility) while enhancing the lubricating properties of pure graphite. The bearings are made by pressing an intercalated graphite powder either alone or mixed with metal powders, organic polymers or ceramic powders into the desired shape. This results in a bearing that has low friction properties, improved load bearing characteristics, higher operating temperatures and a reduced cost of manufacture.
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