Formable bearings and bearing devices
US7150563B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 14, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 17, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C29/02
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A formed bearing assembly and a method of making the bearing is provided. The bearing assembly includes a housing and a bearing space formed therein. A slide is disposed within the bearing space and is movable along its longitudinal extent. A bearing is formed in the bearing space between the housing and the slide. The bearing is a solid, formed in the bearing space while in liquid state. At least a portion of the bearing forms the shape of at least a portion of the slide.
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