Seal runner with passive heat transfer augmentation features
US11274571B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 14, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Oil slinger systems include a seal runner comprising an annular radial member having a radius (R) and an outer axially extending member having an axial length (L), wherein a proximal surface of the outer axially extending member comprising a plurality of helical grooves. Methods of radial convective cooling include pumping a cooling liquid through the oil slinger system and convectively cooling the oil slinger.
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