18530434. MOTOR simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

MOTOR

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Hironori Asaoka of Okazaki-shi (JP)

Fumiaki Yamato of Okazaki-shi (JP)

Kiichi Yokoyama of Toyota-shi (JP)

Hiroki Kato of Toyota-shi (JP)

Kenta Tabuchi of Nisshin-shi (JP)

Hideaki Miyazono of Kasugai-shi (JP)

MOTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18530434 titled 'MOTOR

The patent application describes a motor with a unique cooling system to enhance efficiency and performance.

• The motor includes a stator with a coil and a rotor inside, comprising a rotor shaft, a rotatable core with a magnet, a magnet slot, and a coolant path.
• A first end plate is attached to the core, with a flange creating a cavity to deliver coolant supplied from the rotor shaft to the coolant path.

Potential Applications: - Electric vehicles - Industrial machinery - HVAC systems

Problems Solved: - Improved cooling efficiency - Enhanced motor performance - Increased longevity of the motor

Benefits: - Energy efficiency - Reduced maintenance costs - Enhanced overall performance

Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Motor Cooling System for Enhanced Performance" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and HVAC, offering improved efficiency and performance.

Prior Art: Research on similar motor cooling systems in the automotive and industrial sectors can provide insights into existing technologies and potential improvements.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in motor cooling systems, materials science, and energy efficiency to enhance the design and performance of the motor.

Questions about the Innovative Motor Cooling System: 1. How does the coolant path in the rotor enhance the motor's efficiency? - The coolant path helps dissipate heat generated during operation, preventing overheating and improving overall performance. 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with implementing this cooling system? - By enhancing efficiency and reducing maintenance needs, the motor can lead to significant cost savings over time.

Original Abstract Submitted

A motor may include: a stator with a coil; and a rotor radially inside the stator, wherein the rotor includes a rotor shaft, a core supported rotatably with the shaft, and a first end plate attached to a first end of the core, the core including a magnet held in the core, a magnet slot that holds a magnet, and a coolant path extending along an axial direction of the core, the coolant path disposed between a radially-inner end surface of the magnet and the magnet slot, and the first end plate including a flange radially outside the radially-inner end surface of the magnet, the flange protruding toward the core along the axial direction of the core, and the flange being configured to form a cavity between the first end plate and the first end, wherein the cavity delivers the coolant supplied from the rotor shaft to the coolant path.