17766901. TURBOMACHINE, METHOD FOR OPERATING A TURBOMACHINE simplified abstract (Robert Bosch GmbH)
Contents
- 1 TURBOMACHINE, METHOD FOR OPERATING A TURBOMACHINE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 TURBOMACHINE, METHOD FOR OPERATING A TURBOMACHINE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
TURBOMACHINE, METHOD FOR OPERATING A TURBOMACHINE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Andreas Knoop of Esslingen (DE)
TURBOMACHINE, METHOD FOR OPERATING A TURBOMACHINE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17766901 titled 'TURBOMACHINE, METHOD FOR OPERATING A TURBOMACHINE
Simplified Explanation
The invention is a turbomachine for supplying air to a fuel cell system, with a compressor wheel connected to a shaft and driven by an electric motor. The compressor wheel is connected to the shaft via a hub portion, with an air channel formed in the hub portion to ensure equal air pressure on both sides of the compressor wheel.
- Air channel in hub portion ensures equal air pressure on both sides of the compressor wheel
- Compressor wheel connected to shaft via hub portion
- Electric motor drives the shaft
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in fuel cell systems, power generation, and industrial processes requiring compressed air.
Problems Solved
The invention solves the problem of uneven air pressure distribution in turbomachines, leading to improved efficiency and performance.
Benefits
The technology improves the overall efficiency of the turbomachine, reduces energy consumption, and enhances the reliability of the system.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications include fuel cell power plants, industrial air compression systems, and renewable energy generation facilities.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar turbomachines used in aerospace applications or industrial processes. However, the specific design features of the invention may differentiate it from existing technologies.
Unanswered Questions
How does the invention compare to traditional turbomachines in terms of energy efficiency?
The energy efficiency of the invention compared to traditional turbomachines is not explicitly addressed in the abstract. Further research or testing may be needed to determine the exact energy savings achieved by this technology.
What are the potential maintenance requirements for this turbomachine compared to conventional models?
The abstract does not provide information on the maintenance requirements of the invention. Understanding the maintenance needs and costs associated with this technology is crucial for its practical implementation.
Original Abstract Submitted
The invention relates to a turbomachine () for supplying air to a fuel cell system, comprising at least one compressor wheel () conjointly connected to a shaft (), and an electric motor () for driving the shaft (), the compressor wheel () being connected via a hub portion () to a preferably hollow-cylinder-shaped shaft portion () of the shaft (). According to the invention, at least one air channel () is formed in the hub portion (), by means of which air channel a compressor inlet () is connected to an annular space () on the side of the compressor wheel () facing away from the compressor inlet () such that substantially the same air pressure is present on both sides of the compressor wheel (). The invention further relates to a method for operating a turbomachine ().
