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Variable compression ratio mechanism

US7047917B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 4, 2004
Grant dateMay 23, 2006
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Expiry dateAug 4, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02B75/047
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In a variable compression ratio mechanism that serves to change the compression ratio of an internal combustion engine by rotating camshafts so as to cause relative movement between a cylinder block and a crankcase, an oil film forming device forms oil films on the sliding portions of camshafts.

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