Removal tool and method of removing a bearing assembly
US7356926B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 15, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53874
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A compact removal feature comprises a plurality of recesses, such as radius slots, on an inner diameter (ID) of a bearing inner ring. The removal tool can engage the removal feature and remove the entire bearing assembly without damage to the parts. The placement of the removal feature on the bearing inner ring ID allows for a reduction in inner ring length (and weight) while maintaining bearing assembly integrity.
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