Hybrid bearing system
US6729763B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 31, 2002 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 4, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S384/912
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hybrid bearing system that has a self-lubricating portion and a grease lubricated portion each being disposed on the same surface, the system is adapted to accommodate at least two distinct wearing forces generated by different types of motions. The bearing system includes: a first member; a second member, the second member being configured to be rotatably received within the first member; a self lubricating machineable liner system disposed between the first member and the second member; a receiving area disposed on the self lubricating liner system and a portion of either the first or the second member; and a lubrication opening in fluid communication with the receiving area, the lubrication opening providing structure for disbursing a lubrication grease within the receiving area.
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