Motor-generator connection shaft vent
US8998564B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 15, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 5, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2260/608
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An example method of reducing loads on a connection shaft includes disengaging a connection shaft from a motor-generator such that the connection shaft is not rotatably coupled to the motor-generator. The method communicates a fluid away from the motor-generator through a communication path established within the connection shaft. An example turbomachine connection shaft is configured to selectively rotatably couple a turbomachine rotor and a motor-generator. The connection shaft establishes a communication path that selectively vents the motor-generator.
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