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Lubrication system for a drive train of a wind turbine

US10975850B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 12, 2018
Grant dateApr 13, 2021
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Expiry dateApr 12, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/72
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A lubrication system for a drive train of a wind turbine including a gearbox is provided. The gearbox has a first stage with a first internal oil level and a second stage with a second internal oil level. The second internal oil level is at a geodetic higher level than the first internal oil level. The gearbox further includes a supply passage for supplying oil from the first stage to the second stage of the gearbox.

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