Rocker cover system
US8251030B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02F7/006
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cover system for an internal combustion engine having an overhead valve or overhead cam configuration includes a cover attached to a head plate. The cover has sides extending from a top surface and terminating in a flange with an overhang. The overhang includes a catch. The head plate has sides extending from a bottom surface and terminating in a curl. The flange and the overhang are positioned adjacent to the curl with the catch engaging an end of the curl.
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