Compact head assembly for internal combustion engine
US6237554A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 11, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 11, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02F2001/245
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A novel internal combustion engine head assembly is disclosed wherein the rocker arms for the intake and exhaust valves each have a portion that pivots about a common axis, and wherein these portions are concentric to one another. Thus, a very compact combustion head assembly is provided. In particular, the present invention is useful in Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
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