Multi-channel rotational shaft lubrication system
US11965590B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 2022 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2306/03
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems for lubricating a rotating shaft are provided. The lubrication system, in one example, includes a pump coupled to a central lubricant channel, the rotating shaft having a plurality of channels, an air intake channel positioned parallel to an axis of rotation of the rotating shaft, and a first orifice of a first channel of the plurality of channels, where the first orifice is positioned between the air intake channel and the central lubricant channel.
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