High temperature rotating union
US6164316A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 1999 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86268
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rotating union has a plurality of fin members spaced about and extending radially outwardly from the rotor to provide an air circulation between the rotor and the bearing assembly to cool the bearing assembly. Additionally, the rotor may include a circumferential annual recess in the rotor outer wall which is enclosed by an annular sealing member to provide an air pocket or gap which insulates the bearing assembly from the hot fluid flowing through the rotating unions.
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