Polycrystalline diamond radial bearing
US11242891B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2020 |
| Grant date | Feb 8, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2380/26
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A radial bearing assembly is provided. The radial bearing assembly includes polycrystalline diamond elements, each having an engagement surface in sliding engagement with an opposing engagement surface. The opposing engagement surface includes a diamond reactive material. The radial bearing assembly may be deployed in a variety of components and applications, including in rotor and stator assemblies. Also provided are methods of use of the radial bearing assembly, as well as methods of designing the radial bearing assembly.
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