MARINE DRIVE UNIT WITH A COOLING OIL CIRCUIT

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Gabriele De Ceglia of Friedrichshafen (DE)

MARINE DRIVE UNIT WITH A COOLING OIL CIRCUIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18570356 titled 'MARINE DRIVE UNIT WITH A COOLING OIL CIRCUIT

The present invention is a marine drive unit with upper and lower bevel gear sets connected by a vertical drive shaft, along with two oil pumps for lubrication and cooling.

The marine drive unit includes an upper bevel gear set and a lower bevel gear set connected by a vertical drive shaft.
A first oil pump supplies oil to the upper bevel gear set, while a second oil pump feeds a cooling oil circuit.
The design allows for efficient lubrication and cooling of the gear sets, ensuring smooth operation and longevity of the marine drive unit.
The vertical drive shaft arrangement optimizes power transmission and torque distribution in marine applications.
The use of two oil pumps enhances the reliability and performance of the marine drive unit in demanding conditions.

Potential Applications: - Marine propulsion systems - Offshore drilling equipment - Shipbuilding industry

Problems Solved: - Efficient lubrication and cooling of gear sets in marine environments - Optimal power transmission and torque distribution - Enhanced reliability and performance in demanding conditions

Benefits: - Improved efficiency and longevity of marine drive units - Enhanced reliability and performance in marine applications - Reduced maintenance and downtime costs

Commercial Applications: Title: Marine Drive Units with Enhanced Lubrication and Cooling Systems This technology can be utilized in various marine applications such as ship propulsion systems, offshore drilling equipment, and marine vessels to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance in demanding conditions.

Questions about Marine Drive Units with Enhanced Lubrication and Cooling Systems: 1. How does the vertical drive shaft arrangement optimize power transmission in marine applications? The vertical drive shaft arrangement in the marine drive unit ensures efficient power transmission and torque distribution, enhancing the overall performance of the system in marine environments.

2. What are the potential benefits of using two oil pumps in the marine drive unit? Having two oil pumps in the marine drive unit allows for effective lubrication and cooling of the gear sets, leading to improved reliability, performance, and longevity of the system.

Original Abstract Submitted

The present invention relates to a marine drive unit () comprising an upper bevel gear set () and a lower bevel gear set (). The upper bevel gear set () is connected to the lower bevel gear set () by a drive shaft () which extends in vertical direction. A first oil pump () is arranged to supply oil to the upper bevel gear set () and a second oil pump () is arranged to feed a cooling oil circuit.