Rotor for a rotary engine
US11976559B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 7, 2023 |
| Grant date | May 7, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04C2230/20
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rotor for an aircraft rotary engine includes a rotor body. The rotor body extends about an axial centerline. The rotor body includes an outer body portion, an annular inner body portion, and ribs. The outer body portion forms a plurality of sides and a plurality of apex portions of the rotor. The annular inner body portion is disposed radially inward of the outer body portion. The ribs extend radially between and connect the outer body portion and the annular inner body portion. The rotor body forms at least a first lubrication passage within the inner body portion and within a first rib of the ribs. The first lubrication passage includes at least one passage inlet and at least one passage outlet. The at least one passage inlet is disposed at the annular inner body portion.
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