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Epicyclic gear system with improved lubrication system

US8246503B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 10, 2009
Grant dateAug 21, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 11, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H57/08
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A journal bearing that includes a central body having first and second passageways and a filter. The central body extends axially and is adapted to be supported at each outer end. The first passageway extends generally axially through a portion of the central body. The filter is disposed in the first passageway and is configured to trap debris from a lubricant fluid flowing therethrough. The second passageway extends between both the first passageway and an exterior surface of the central body to allow for delivery of lubricant fluid thereto.

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