Drive ring bearing for compressor diffuser assembly
US8864449B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 2, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49636
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drive ring bearing has a body with a generally cylindrical outer peripheral surface, and a generally u-shaped cross-section, with over a circumferential portion of the body. A web defines the outer peripheral surface. Radially inwardly extending legs define the u-shape in combination with the web. A plurality of circumferentially spaced feet extend from the outer peripheral surface of the body to an inner peripheral surface of the body. In addition, a diffuser assembly incorporating the drive ring bearing, a compressor assembly including the diffuser assembly, and a method of mounting the drive ring bearing are also disclosed.
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