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Flange bearing having reinforced molded housing

  • US 6,752,534 B2
  • Filed: 12/17/2002
  • Issued: 06/22/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/26/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An apparatus to support a shaft, said apparatus comprising:

  • a molded body having a first hole for receiving a bearing insert, and at least one flange with a second hole therethrough for receiving a fastener;

    a reinforcing member molded in place and encased entirely within the body, the reinforcing member surrounding the first and second holes and having arcuate portions adjacent said holes, said reinforcing member strengthening said holes and aiding in transmitting loads from the shaft radially to the fastener.

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