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Magnetic bearing system

US6794780B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 27, 2002
Grant dateSep 21, 2004
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Expiry dateAug 6, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16C32/0487
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A magnetic bearing for generating magnetic forces. A configuration of electromagnetic poles and of permanent magnetic poles which, to the greatest possible extent, is planar enables the generation of a magnetic flux in the air gaps toward the rotor, also in the de-energized state. If this flux is modulated using a control flux, magnetic forces can be exerted upon the rotor for the purpose of providing magnetic support. This configuration makes it possible to provide magnetic bearings of a simple mechanical design.

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