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Method of making a rectifier and control module for an alternator

US4799309A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 24, 1987
Grant dateJan 24, 1989
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Expiry dateDec 24, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49144
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A rectifier circuit and control regulator are assembled onto a single plate for integral installation within the housing of an alternator. The method includes fabricating the plate with insulating, masking and conducting layers so as to provide mounting areas for commonly oriented rectifier diodes and efficient cooling for the entire unit.

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