Side loaded valve assembly
US7584938B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 19, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 6, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02D9/04
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An exhaust valve assembly includes a valve body, a valve supported by a shaft within the valve body, and an actuator that drives the shaft to move the valve relative to the valve body. A side load feature engages one portion of the shaft to reduce valve chatter by side loading the shaft.
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