Augmented permanent magnet system
US11724601B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 15, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2326/10
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A magnetic bearing system for controlling magnetic coupling between a mobile carriage and a guideway. The magnetic bearing system includes at least two engines successively arranged in a travel direction, wherein each of the at least two engines comprises at least two poles. The at least two engines have centerlines in the travel direction that are fixedly offset from each other, and the at least two engines are configured to be magnetically coupled to the guideway through air gaps.
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