Bearing for a wind turbine drivetrain having an elastomer support
US11174895B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 16, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/72
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bearing assembly for a drivetrain of a wind turbine includes at least one shaft having a circumferential outer surface and a bearing secured circumferentially around the circumferential outer surface of the shaft(s). Further, the bearing assembly includes an elastomer support arranged on at least one of an inner surface or an outer surface of the bearing. The elastomer support is constructed, at least in part, of an elastomeric material.
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