Snap-in bearing insert
US8376617B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 4, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 19, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49636
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved sliding bearing apparatus and method utilize a snap-in polymer bearing insert having one or more identically shaped locking lugs, each of which are configured for locking engagement with a corresponding depression in a bearing housing, to thereby lock the bearing insert in place against relative movement either radially or axially with respect to the bearing housing. In a free-standing state, the insert may have a variety of shapes including cylindrical, non-cylindrical, or be flat and planar. An insert for a closed bearing is configured such that it may be trimmed to form an insert for an open bearing.
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