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Engine mounting frameRelated Patent Categories: Pumps, Ambulant, Body Supported, Or With Carrying HandleEngine mounting frame description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060228228, Engine mounting frame. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] Four-stroke engines that are operable in multiple orientations are currently being produced. These engines are used in multiple applications due to their low emissions, low cost, and overall versatility. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0002] One aspect of the present invention is directed toward an engine and frame assembly. The frame supports the engine in one or more orientations for specific tasks. For example, it can orient the engine in a first orientation for operation, and orient the engine in a second orientation for maintenance. The frame can also connect one or more rotary driven devices to the engine to allow the engine to be used in a wide variety of applications. The frame can provide an adapter for coupling the engine to the rotary driven device. The adapter allows relative axial movement between the engine and device while transmitting torque to the device. [0003] One embodiment of the invention relates to an engine and frame assembly including an engine having a reservoir adapted to contain lubricant and a dipstick adapted to measure the level of the lubricant within the reservoir. The engine has an operating orientation and a maintenance orientation that is different from the operating orientation. The dipstick is operable to measure a recommended level of lubricant within the reservoir when the engine is in the maintenance orientation. A frame is coupled to the engine and adapted to support the engine on a support surface in the operating orientation and in the maintenance orientation. [0004] Another embodiment relates to an engine and frame assembly including an engine having a rotatable drive shaft. A frame is coupled to the engine and adapted to support the engine in a specific orientation on a support surface during operation of the engine. An adapter is coupled to the frame and adapted to be coupled to a rotary driven device. A driven shaft is supported by the adapter and axially aligned with the drive shaft. The driven shaft includes a first end engaging the drive shaft and a second end adapted to engage and drive a rotatably driven device. The engagement between the drive shaft and the first end of the driven shaft transfers torque from the drive shaft to the driven shaft while allowing relative axial movement between the drive shaft and the driven shaft. The engine has a housing portion supporting a bearing that supports a portion of the driven shaft. In some embodiments, a collar extends from the drive shaft to engage the driven shaft. [0005] Yet another embodiment relates to an engine and frame assembly including an engine and a housing coupled to the engine. The housing has at least one aperture. A frame includes a cantilevered projection that is received within the aperture for engaging and at least partially securing the engine to the frame to support the engine in a specific orientation relative to a support surface during operation of the engine. [0006] These and other aspects of the present invention, together with the organization and operation thereof, will become apparent from the following detailed description of the invention when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0007] In the drawings, wherein like reference numerals indicate like parts: [0008] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a frame and engine assembly embodying aspects of the present invention. [0009] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the frame and engine assembly shown in FIG. 1. [0010] FIG. 3 is a front view of the frame and engine assembly of FIG. 1 with a pump removed from the front of the assembly. [0011] FIGS. 4A and 4B are rear views of the frame and engine assembly of FIG. 1, showing the assembly in two different orientations. [0012] FIG. 5 is a side view of the engine and frame assembly of FIG. 1. [0013] FIG. 6 is a partial cross-section view of the engine and frame assembly of FIG. 5. [0014] FIG. 7 is a rear view of the frame shown in FIGS. 1 and 2. [0015] FIG. 8 is a cross-section view taken along line 8-8 of FIG. 7. [0016] FIG. 9 is a top view of the frame shown in FIG. 7. [0017] FIG. 10 is a partial cross-section view of a portion of the frame shown in FIG. 8. [0018] FIG. 11 is a partial top view of a portion of the frame shown in FIG. 9 [0019] FIG. 12 is an assembly view of the frame shown in FIG. 7. [0020] FIG. 13 is an exploded perspective view of a frame and engine assembly according to another embodiment of the invention. [0021] FIG. 14 is a partial cross-section view of the engine and frame assembly of FIG. 13. Continue reading about Engine mounting frame... 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