Radiator mounting for integrated power module
US5597047A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 1, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jan 28, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01P2070/00
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An engine cooling system for a water-cooled, internal combustion engine includes a radiator support frame which is configured so as to receive the radiator and a series of four vibration dampening modules disposed between the support frame and the radiator. Additionally, the support frame is attached directly to the engine block by a top bracket and two side support struts. The fan cowling is attached to the support frame such that the engine-driven fan and the fan cowling are both fixed in position relative to each other and to the engine to allow for minimal clearance between the impeller tips and the fan cowling. One vibration dampening module is disposed on each side of the radiator between the radiator and the support frame and two vibration dampening modules are disposed along the lower edge at spaced apart locations. These four supporting points and vibrational isolation mounts permit only very limited relative motion between the radiator and the support frame providing not only an efficient design structurally but the ability to provide these components as a cooling module which provides greater handling and assembly efficiencies.
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