Turbocharger with liquid cooled housing
US5161960A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 12, 1991 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 12, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2360/24
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A turbocharger is provided with a tubular insert that carries engine coolant to an area adjacent the bearing supporting the end of the shaft upon which the turbine wheel is attached to provide cooling so that the temperature of the bearing does not increase to an unacceptable level.
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