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Coupling device for split in-line engine

US7685988B2 · kind B2 · utility

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11References

19Claims

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Assignee

Ford Global Technologies, LLC · US

Inventors

Goran Almkvist · Lerum, SE
Borje Grandin · Torslanda, SE

Key dates

Filing date	Nov 26, 2008
Grant date	Mar 30, 2010
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Nov 26, 2028

Classification

Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
CPC primaryF02D25/04
WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A coupling device for a split, in-line engine is provided. The coupling device may be configured to connect a first section of a crank shaft to a second section of the crank shaft of the engine. Further, the coupling device may be positioned at at least one main bearing of the crank shaft. Further still, the coupling device may be encircled by the at least one main bearing.

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