Rotor-shaft integrated generator drive apparatus
US8358029B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/72
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A generator drive apparatus includes: a rotor shaft having a generally annular open end; a gear unit including a stationary member and a plurality of intermeshed gears, the gear unit disposed at least partially within the open end and drivingly coupled to the rotor shaft; and an electric power generator mounted to the stationary member and drivingly coupled to the gear set.
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