Turbocharger with temperature-controlled bearing locating fastener
US10753227B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 10, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 2, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2360/24
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A turbocharger includes a housing and a rotor with a shaft that is housed within the housing. The turbocharger also includes a bearing structure that supports rotation of the shaft within the housing and a locating fastener that retains the bearing structure in a position relative to the housing. Furthermore, the turbocharger includes a heating system coupled to the locating fastener and that is configured for selectively heating the locating fastener.
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