Hybrid magnetic thrust bearing in an electric submersible pump (ESP) assembly
US11512707B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 12, 2020 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2380/26
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electric submersible pump (ESP) assembly. The ESP assembly comprises an electric motor, a centrifugal pump, and a hybrid magnetic thrust bearing, wherein the hybrid magnetic thrust bearing is disposed inside the electric motor or disposed inside the centrifugal pump.
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