Compact shaft support device for turbomachines
US8061970B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 16, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04D29/0516
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A shaft support device for a turbomachine including a rotary body and a stationary body. The rotary body is attached to a shaft of the turbomachine, and includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a thrust bearing collar and the second portion has a thrust balance piston. The first and second portions are axially overlapping. The stationary body is fixably attached to a casing of the turbomachine. The stationary body has a first thrust bearing portion that is disposed adjacent to and operatively engages the first portion of the rotary body.
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