公开(公告)号：US07066127B2

公开(公告)日：2006-06-27

申请号：US10895533

申请日：2004-07-21

Applicant: Jason W. Flanagan ,  Timothy W. Kunz ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  Thomas H. Fischer

Inventor： Jason W. Flanagan ,  Timothy W. Kunz ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  Thomas H. Fischer

IPC: F02D45/00

CPC classification number: F01L1/047 ,  F01L1/24 ,  F01L1/46 ,  F01L2800/03 ,  F01L2820/041 ,  F01L2820/042 ,  F02B77/08 ,  F02D41/042 ,  F02D2041/001 ,  F02D2041/0095 ,  F02N11/00 ,  F02N11/04 ,  F02N19/004 ,  F02N19/005 ,  F02N2019/008

Abstract: A system for bringing an internal combustion engine to a stop at a predetermined angular position of an engine shaft, such as a crankshaft or a camshaft, with respect to the engine's valves. The optimum shaft stop position is the point wherein the fewest lifters are collapsed the least amount. Exemplary methods and apparatus include using the engine starter motor to jog the stopped engine to the desired position; using the engine alternator to impose a variable electromagnetic load on the engine to bring the engine to a stop at the desired position; using variable firing of cylinders to control the deceleration profile to bring the engine to a stop at the desired position; and providing one or more detents formed in the shaft and using a shaft follower to control the stop position of the shaft by engaging the follower into a detent.

Abstract translation: 一种用于使内燃机相对于发动机的阀在诸如曲轴或凸轮轴的发动机轴的预定角度位置停止的系统。 最佳的轴停止位置是最少的升降机倒塌最少的点。 示例性方法和装置包括使用发动机起动电动机将停止的发动机点动到所需位置; 使用发动机交流发电机对发动机施加可变的电磁负载，使发动机停止在期望的位置; 使用气缸的可变点火来控制减速曲线，使发动机停在所需位置; 并且提供形成在轴中的一个或多个棘爪，并且使用轴跟随器来通过将跟随器接合到棘爪中来控制轴的停止位置。

公开(公告)号：US06755167B2

公开(公告)日：2004-06-29

申请号：US10305994

申请日：2002-11-27

Applicant: John J. Krieg ,  Timothy W. Kunz ,  Nick J. Hendriksma ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  James A. Niemeier ,  Jongmin Lee ,  Hermes Fernandez ,  Joseph F. Girtler

Inventor： John J. Krieg ,  Timothy W. Kunz ,  Nick J. Hendriksma ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  James A. Niemeier ,  Jongmin Lee ,  Hermes Fernandez ,  Joseph F. Girtler

IPC: F01L118

CPC classification number: F01L1/2405 ,  F01L1/08 ,  F01L1/181 ,  F01L13/0015 ,  F01L13/0036 ,  F01L2105/00 ,  F01L2105/02 ,  Y10T74/2107

Abstract: A two-step roller finger follower including an elongate body having side walls defining coaxially disposed shaft orifices, a pallet end and a socket end interconnecting with the side walls to define a slider arm aperture, and a latch channel. The socket end is mountable to an hydraulic lash adjuster, and the pallet end is matable with a valve stem. A slider arm for engaging a high-lift cam lobe is disposed in the slider arm aperture and has a first end pivotably mounted to the pallet end of the body and the second end forming a slider tip for engaging an activation/deactivation latch. The latch is slidably disposed in the latch channel, and the latch has a nose section for selectively engaging the slider tip. A spool-shaped roller having first and second roller elements fixedly attached to the shaft is rotatably disposed in the shaft orifices, the roller being adapted to follow the surface motion of low-lift cam lobes. Preferably, the shaft is journalled in roller or needle bearings which extend between and through the first and second shaft orifices, being thus exposed to normal copious oil flow through the RFF.

Abstract translation: 包括具有限定同轴设置的轴孔的侧壁的细长主体的两步辊指随动件，托板端部和与侧壁互连以限定滑动臂孔的插座端以及闩锁通道。 插座端可安装到液压间隙调节器，托盘端可与阀杆配合。 用于接合高升程凸轮凸角的滑动臂设置在滑块臂孔中，并且具有可枢转地安装到主体的托盘端的第一端，并且第二端形成用于接合启动/停用闩锁的滑动头。 闩锁可滑动地设置在闩锁通道中，并且闩锁具有用于选择性地接合滑块顶端的鼻部。 具有固定地连接到轴的第一和第二滚子元件的线轴形滚子可旋转地设置在轴孔中，该滚轮适于跟随低升程凸轮凸角的表面运动。 优选地，轴被轴颈安装在在第一和第二轴孔之间延伸并穿过第一和第二轴孔的辊或滚针轴承中，从而暴露于通过RFF的正常大量油流。

公开(公告)号：US06691657B2

公开(公告)日：2004-02-17

申请号：US10305580

申请日：2002-11-27

Applicant: Nick J. Hendriksma ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  Timothy W. Kunz ,  Joseph F. Girtler

Inventor： Nick J. Hendriksma ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  Timothy W. Kunz ,  Joseph F. Girtler

IPC: F01L118

CPC classification number: F01L1/053 ,  F01L1/08 ,  F01L1/18 ,  F01L1/185 ,  F01L13/0036 ,  F01L2001/186 ,  F01L2105/00

Abstract: A two-step finger follower rocker arm assembly including a follower body having a socket at a first end for engaging a hydraulic lash adjuster and a pad at an opposite end for engaging a valve stem. A passage through the follower body in the direction of actuation by an engine cam is slidingly receivable of a slider member for variably engaging a central high-lift lobe. A lost-motion spring urges the slider member into contact with the central lobe. A latch member driven by a piston selectively locks the slider member to the follower body, causing the follower to follow the motion of the central cam lobe. When the latch member is disengaged, the slider member slides within the follower body, allowing lateral rollers to follow lateral cam lobes. The lateral rollers may be supported on the body by a rotatable cross-shaft or a fixed cross-shaft, or by a pair of fixed stub shafts, or by a pair of fixed bearing races.

Abstract translation: 一种两步手指随动摇臂组件，包括随动体，该随动体在第一端具有用于接合液压间隙调节器的插座和用于接合阀杆的相对端的垫。 通过发动机凸轮沿着致动方向穿过从动体的通道可滑动地接收用于可变地接合中央高升高叶片的滑动构件。 松动弹簧促使滑动构件与中央凸起接触。 由活塞驱动的闩锁构件选择性地将滑块构件锁定到从动体，使跟随器跟随中央凸轮凸角的运动。 当闩锁构件脱离时，滑块构件在从动体内滑动，允许侧向辊跟随横向凸轮凸角。 横向辊可以通过可旋转的横轴或固定的横轴或一对固定的短轴或一对固定的轴承座支撑在主体上。

公开(公告)号：US06668775B2

公开(公告)日：2003-12-30

申请号：US10134263

申请日：2002-04-29

Applicant: Wayne S. Harris

Inventor： Wayne S. Harris

IPC: F01L134

CPC classification number: F01L1/053 ,  F01L1/08 ,  F01L1/18 ,  F01L1/185 ,  F01L13/0036 ,  F01L2105/00 ,  Y10T74/20882

Abstract: A two-step finger follower rocker arm assembly including a follower body having a socket at a first end for engaging a hydraulic lash adjuster and a pad at an opposite end for engaging a valve stem. A passage through the follower body in the direction of actuation by an engine cam lobe is slidingly receivable of a slider member for variably engaging a central cam lobe, preferably a high-lift lobe. An elongate shaft extends through a transverse bore in the slider member and through a slotted passage in the slider member. In the follower body, the shaft is provided with bearings supporting first and second lateral roller followers on opposite sides of the body for variably engaging first and second preferably low-lift lateral cam lobes flanking the central cam lobe. A lost-motion spring urges the slider member into contact with the central lobe. A latch member driven by a piston selectively locks the slider member to the follower body such that the follower follows the motion of the central cam lobe. When the latch member is disengaged from the slider member, the member slides within the follower body, allowing the lateral rollers to engage and follow the lateral cam lobes. Preferably, the latching mechanism is provided as a pre-assembled cartridge unit.

Abstract translation: 一种两步手指随动摇臂组件，包括随动体，该随动体在第一端具有用于接合液压间隙调节器的插座和用于接合阀杆的相对端的垫。 通过发动机凸轮凸起的致动方向通过从动体的通道可滑动地接收滑块构件，用于可变地接合中央凸轮凸角，优选地是高升高凸起。 细长轴延伸穿过滑动构件中的横向孔并且穿过滑动构件中的开槽通道。 在从动体中，轴设置有支撑在主体的相对侧上的第一和第二横向滚子从动件的轴承，用于可变地接合位于中心凸轮凸角侧面的第一和第二优选低提升侧向凸轮凸角。 松动弹簧促使滑动构件与中央凸起接触。 由活塞驱动的闩锁构件选择性地将滑块构件锁定到随动体，使得跟随器遵循中央凸轮凸角的运动。 当闩锁构件与滑动构件脱离接合时，构件在从动体内滑动，允许侧向滚轮接合并跟随侧向凸轮凸角。 优选地，闩锁机构设置为预组装的盒单元。

公开(公告)号：US06615782B1

公开(公告)日：2003-09-09

申请号：US10121720

申请日：2002-04-12

Applicant: Nick J. Hendriksma ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  Timothy W. Kunz ,  Joseph F. Girtler

Inventor： Nick J. Hendriksma ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  Timothy W. Kunz ,  Joseph F. Girtler

IPC: F01L118

CPC classification number: F01L13/0036 ,  F01L1/053 ,  F01L1/08 ,  F01L1/18 ,  F01L1/185 ,  F01L2105/00 ,  Y10T29/49295 ,  Y10T74/20882

Abstract: A two-step finger follower rocker arm assembly including a follower body having a socket at a first end for engaging a hydraulic lash adjuster and a pad at an opposite end for engaging a valve stem. A passage through the follower body in the direction of actuation by an engine cam lobe is slidingly receivable of a slider member for variably engaging a central cam lobe, preferably a high-lift lobe. An elongate shaft extends through a transverse bore in the slider member and through a slotted passage in the slider member. In the follower body, the shaft is provided with bearings supporting first and second lateral roller followers on opposite sides of the body for variably engaging first and second preferably low-lift lateral cam lobes flanking the central cam lobe. A lost-motion spring urges the slider member into contact with the central lobe. A latch member driven by a piston selectively locks the slider member to the follower body such that the follower follows the motion of the central cam lobe. When the latch member is disengaged from the slider member, the member slides within the follower body, allowing the lateral rollers to engage and follow the lateral cam lobes. Preferably, the latching mechanism is provided as a pre-assembled cartridge unit.

Abstract translation: 一种两步手指随动摇臂组件，包括随动体，该随动体在第一端具有用于接合液压间隙调节器的插座和用于接合阀杆的相对端的垫。 通过发动机凸轮凸起的致动方向通过从动体的通道可滑动地接收滑块构件，用于可变地接合中央凸轮凸角，优选地是高升高凸起。 细长轴延伸穿过滑动构件中的横向孔并且穿过滑动构件中的开槽通道。 在从动体中，轴设置有支撑在主体的相对侧上的第一和第二横向滚子从动件的轴承，用于可变地接合位于中心凸轮凸角侧面的第一和第二优选低提升侧向凸轮凸角。 松动弹簧促使滑动构件与中央凸起接触。 由活塞驱动的闩锁构件选择性地将滑块构件锁定到随动体，使得跟随器遵循中央凸轮凸角的运动。 当闩锁构件与滑动构件脱离接合时，构件在从动体内滑动，允许侧向滚轮接合并跟随侧向凸轮凸角。 优选地，闩锁机构设置为预组装的盒单元。

公开(公告)号：US06502536B2

公开(公告)日：2003-01-07

申请号：US09813425

申请日：2001-03-21

Applicant: Jongmin Lee ,  Hermes A. Fernandez ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  Ryan D. Fogarty

Inventor： Jongmin Lee ,  Hermes A. Fernandez ,  Wayne S. Harris ,  Ryan D. Fogarty

IPC: F01L1300

CPC classification number: F01L13/0036 ,  F01L1/185 ,  F01L2001/186 ,  F01L2105/00 ,  Y10T74/20882

Abstract: A two-step roller finger follower includes an elongate body having a first side member and a second side member. A first end and a second end interconnect the first and second side members. The first and second side member define first and second pin orifices, respectively. A center roller is disposed between the first and second side members. The center roller defines a shaft orifice therethrough. A shaft extends through the shaft orifice. A first shaft end is disposed proximate the first side member, and the second shaft end is disposed proximate the second side member. The second shaft end defines a shaft bore therein. The first shaft end defines a pin chamber therein. The shaft bore being is substantially concentric with and intersects the pin chamber. A locking pin assembly is disposed partially within the shaft bore, the pin chamber and at least one of the pin orifices. The locking pin assembly has a first position wherein the shaft is decoupled from the body and a second position wherein the shaft is coupled to the body, and is switchable between the first and second positions.

Abstract translation: 两步辊指从动件包括具有第一侧构件和第二侧构件的细长本体。 第一端和第二端互连第一和第二侧构件。 第一和第二侧构件分别限定第一和第二销孔。 中心辊设置在第一和第二侧构件之间。 中心辊限定穿过其中的轴孔。 轴延伸穿过轴孔。 第一轴端设置在第一侧构件附近，并且第二轴端设置在第二侧构件附近。 第二轴端在其中限定轴孔。 第一轴端在其中限定销腔。 轴孔与销腔大致同心并与之相交。 锁销组件部分地设置在轴孔内，销腔室和销孔中的至少一个之间。 锁定销组件具有第一位置，其中轴与主体分离，第二位置，其中轴联接到主体，并且可在第一和第二位置之间切换。

公开(公告)号：US06467445B1

公开(公告)日：2002-10-22

申请号：US09970234

申请日：2001-10-03

Applicant: Wayne S. Harris

Inventor： Wayne S. Harris

IPC: F01L1300

CPC classification number: F01L1/047 ,  F01L1/08 ,  F01L1/185 ,  F01L13/0005

Abstract: A roller finger follower. includes an elongate body having first and second opposing sides each having respective inside surfaces. First and second grooves are defined by the respective inside surfaces. A slider bracket includes a top plate having a top surface that is substantially perpendicular to the first and second sides. First and second projections are affixed to or integral with the top plate, and protrude therefrom in a generally parallel manner relative to the top surface. The first projection is slidably disposed within the first groove and the second projection is slidably disposed within the second groove. A locking pin assembly is carried by the slider bracket, and selectively couples and decouples the slider bracket to and from the body.

Abstract translation: 滚筒手指跟随器。 包括具有第一和第二相对侧的细长体，每个侧面各自具有相应的内表面。 第一和第二槽由相应的内表面限定。 滑块支架包括具有大致垂直于第一和第二侧面的顶表面的顶板。 第一和第二突起固定在顶板上或与顶板一体，并且以大致平行的方式从顶板伸出。 第一突起可滑动地设置在第一槽内，第二突出部可滑动地设置在第二槽内。 锁定销组件由滑块支架承载，并且选择性地将滑动支架与身体相耦合和分离。

公开(公告)号：US5245958A

公开(公告)日：1993-09-21

申请号：US895471

申请日：1992-06-08

Applicant: John J. Krieg ,  Lucille A. E. Gotham ,  Wayne S. Harris

Inventor： John J. Krieg ,  Lucille A. E. Gotham ,  Wayne S. Harris

IPC: F01L1/25

CPC classification number: F01L1/25

Abstract: An improved direct acting hydraulic valve lifter (DAHVL) has features including reduced dead oil storage with lower mass and faster filling, improved air venting, internal oil recirculation and targeted oil supply that combine to reduce the presence of air in the lifter. Foam filling and baffle reconfiguration are included among means for reducing stored oil volume which can also improve the follower cylinder support. Means for venting along the piston and cylinder of the lifter are shown. The various features combine to limit air intake and to more quickly expel air which does enter the lifter.

Abstract translation: 改进的直接作用液压阀升降器（DAHVL）具有减少死油储存，质量更低，填充更快，改进的排气，内部再循环和目标供油功能，可减少升降机中空气的存在。 泡沫填充和挡板重新配置包括在减少储油量的装置中，这也可以改善从动缸支撑。 示出了沿着升降机的活塞和气缸排气的装置。 各种功能结合起来限制进气并且更快地排出进入升降机的空气。

公开(公告)号：US5119774A

公开(公告)日：1992-06-09

申请号：US610254

申请日：1990-11-08

Applicant: John J. Krieg ,  Lucille A. E. Gotham ,  Wayne S. Harris

Inventor： John J. Krieg ,  Lucille A. E. Gotham ,  Wayne S. Harris

IPC: F01L1/24 ,  F01L1/25

CPC classification number: F01L1/25

Abstract: An improved direct acting hydraulic valve lifter (DAHVL) has features including reduced dead oil storage with lower mass and faster filling, improved air venting, internal oil recirculation and targeted oil supply that combine to reduce the presence of air in the lifter. Foam filling and baffle reconfiguration are included among means for reducing stored oil volume which can also improve the follower cylinder support. Means for venting along the piston and cylinder of the lifter are shown. The various features combine to limit air intake and to more quickly expel air which does enter the lifter.

公开(公告)号：US07421994B2

公开(公告)日：2008-09-09

申请号：US11119691

申请日：2005-05-02

Applicant: Wayne S. Harris ,  Richard B. Roe

Inventor： Wayne S. Harris ,  Richard B. Roe

IPC: F01L1/14

CPC classification number: F01L1/2405 ,  Y10T137/7927

Abstract: An improved hydraulic lash adjuster including a cup-shaped adjuster body, and a plunger assembly disposed within the adjuster body. The plunger assembly includes a stepped axial bore extending from a body inner end to a central oil passage opening onto a hemispherical pivot head. A check valve cartridge sub-assembly is disposed against the step, defining a low-pressure oil chamber in the axial bore. A lash adjustment spring is disposed against the cartridge sub-assembly in a high-pressure chamber formed between the sub-assembly and the adjuster body. The cartridge sub-assembly may be used in other hydraulic lash adjusters such as are incorporated in hydraulic valve lifters.

Abstract translation: 一种改进的液压间隙调节器，包括杯形调节器主体和设置在调节器本体内的柱塞组件。 柱塞组件包括从主体内端延伸到中心油通道开口到半球形枢转头部的台阶轴向孔。 止回阀墨盒子组件设置成抵靠台阶，在轴向孔中限定低压油室。 间隙调节弹簧在形成在子组件和调节器主体之间的高压室中抵靠盒子组件设置。 墨盒子组件可用于其他液压间隙调节器，例如并入液压阀升降器中。