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Engine front end accessory drive bracket

US9243555B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 11, 2013
Grant dateJan 26, 2016
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Expiry dateApr 26, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H7/1281
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system, comprising a vehicle engine with a crankshaft, a bracket structure coupled to the vehicle engine, a thermostat positioned in the bracket structure, an accessory device coupled to the bracket structure, a water pump mounted to the bracket structure, and a drive loop coupling the accessory device and water pump with the crankshaft.

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