Hub assembly for use with a wind turbine and method of making the same
US8246312B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 24, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/72
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hub assembly for use with a wind turbine is provided. The hub assembly includes a body formed from a first material, a bearing seat formed integrally with the body, and a support assembly positioned within an opening defined by the bearing seat and at least partially coupled to the body. The support assembly includes an insert formed from a second material different than the first material.
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