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Combined generator set and air conditioning compressor drive system

US5125236A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 26, 1991
Grant dateJun 30, 1992
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Expiry dateSep 26, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02J2310/46
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A combined generator set and air conditioning compressor drive system is disclosed for use in a mobile vehicle. The disclosed device includes an auxiliary engine, a compressor, and a motor-generator. When an external source of electricity is unavailable, the motor-generator is shaft driven by the auxiliary engine and operated as a generator to provide electricity to the vehicle. The compressor is also shaft driven. When an external source of electricity is available, the motor-generator operates as a motor so as to drive the compressor.

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