Wind turbine bearing removal and installation device and method
US10837427B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 3, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/728
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for removal and installation of a pitch bearing on a wind turbine having a plurality of blades is provided, comprising a platform having a frame, wherein the platform includes a first bearing attachment member on a first side of the frame, and having a first pair of opposing bearing connectors matably engageable to the pitch bearing; a second bearing attachment member on a second side of the frame, and having a second pair of opposing bearing connectors matably engageable to the pitch bearing; and a rigging member attached to the frame, wherein the rigging member includes at least one cable bracket adapted to receive a lifting cable. A method of removal and installing a pitch bearing using the platform is also provided.
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