Swaging features that lock retaining elements for bearings
US9366296B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 13, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 23, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49963
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus and methods are provided for locking retaining elements in place. One embodiment is a bearing having an outer race. The race has a first end and a second end. The race includes a flange on the first end that is able to mate with a housing, and the race also includes an annular threaded portion on the second end. The threaded portion receives an annular threaded retaining element that mates with the housing. The race additionally includes an annular protrusion on the second end, concentric with the threaded portion, that is able to be swaged, thereby increasing a diameter of the protrusion to overlap the threaded portion.
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