Alternator configurations for outboard motors
US9964029B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 24, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02B61/045
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A marine engine has a cylinder block with first and second banks of piston-cylinders that are vertically aligned and extend transversely with respect to each other in a V-shape so as to define a valley there between. A crankshaft is caused to rotate by the first and second banks of piston-cylinders. A flywheel is coupled to the upper end of the crankshaft such that rotation of the crankshaft causes rotation of the flywheel. An alternator is located above the cylinder block and coupled to the flywheel such that rotation of the flywheel operates the alternator.
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