Seal assembly for an epitrochoidal rotary engine
US11149547B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 11, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 21, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/12
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various embodiments describe modifications to X-engines, which would utilize a dedicated chamber to implement bottoming Rankine cycle as well as additional improvements in sealing and combustion efficiency—all contributing to high efficiency. Improvements in sealing include a face seal having multiple surfaces.
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