Idler gear and journal bearing assembly for a generator
US9523385B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 11, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02K7/00
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A journal bearing for a generator idler gear assembly which includes an impregnated carbon body that has an inner diameter and an outer diameter that provides a bearing thickness. The body includes a height, wherein outer diameter to inner diameter provides a first ratio of approximately 1.3-1.5 and the inner diameter to height provides a second ratio of approximately 1.5-1.9.
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