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OVERHEAD VALVE GEAR PROBLEMS
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Abstract
EFFECT of high speeds on valve gear, and the relationship of wear problems to design, is the subject of this paper. As automobile speeds increase, sensitivity of overhead valve parts increases, due to their flexibility and weight. Stiffness requirements and cam design are considered in relation to the dynamics of the system at high speed.
Another critical factor is encountered in the wear of tappet faces. The author reviews the large number of variables that play a part in tappet wear. He cites definite steps which have been taken to improve the situation, particularly in regard to the alignment of tappets. He states that the self-aligning tappet offers a new and encouraging approach to this problem.
Discussion of this and other papers on “Valve-Gear Problems in Modern Overhead-Valve Engines” starts on page 714.
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Horan, R., "OVERHEAD VALVE GEAR PROBLEMS," SAE Technical Paper 530260, 1953, https://doi.org/10.4271/530260.Also In
References
- “Considerations in Valve Gear Design,” Young. V. C. SAE Quarterly Transactions 1 July 1947 359 365
- “Inspection of Cam Contours by the Electronic Method,” Turkish. M. C. Eaton Forum March 1950
- “Valve Lash, Automatic Tappets, and Instrumentation,” Ayres. V. Paper presented at SAE National Passenger-Car, Body, and Materials Meeting, Detroit March 8 1951
- “Aircraft-Engine Inlet and Exhaust Porting,” Young. V. C. SAE Journal (Transactions) 52 May 1944 202 206
- “Valve Gear Design,” Turkish. M. C. Pub. by Eaton Mfg. Co., Detroit 1946