Method of and an arrangement for improving the lubrication system of a propulsion device of a marine vessel
US9758229B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 3, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 2, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H2005/1256
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of and an arrangement for improving the lubrication system of a propulsion device of a marine vessel are specifically applicable in removing water from the lubrication oil of various types of thrusters. An inert gas is arranged from an inert gas source to flow through a gas cavity in the lubrication system for flushing moist gas from the cavity.
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