Venting generator assemblies
US10056805B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02K2205/09
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A generator assembly includes a generator shaft defining an interior vent space. A valve assembly is positioned within the vent space configured to selectively allow venting of air through the generator shaft. A radial vent is positioned within the valve assembly configured to prevent oil from flowing through the vent space during operation and release air through the vent space during shutdown.
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