18409629. ROTOR FOR AN ELECTRIC MACHINE simplified abstract (Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft)

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ROTOR FOR AN ELECTRIC MACHINE

Organization Name

Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft

Inventor(s)

Sven Pieper of Borchen (DE)

Tim Bachmann of Bad Emstal (DE)

Stefan Prokoph of Edermuende (DE)

Moritz Lux of Muenchen (DE)

ROTOR FOR AN ELECTRIC MACHINE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18409629 titled 'ROTOR FOR AN ELECTRIC MACHINE

Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a rotor for an electric machine with a core stack and a coolant outlet for cooling the stator winding heads. The rotor includes a coolant conducting structure that spins off the coolant radially outward towards the winding heads using centrifugal force.

  • The rotor for an electric machine has a core stack fastened to a rotor shaft.
  • A coolant outlet is provided at the axial end-face side of the core stack.
  • A coolant conducting structure on the axial core stack end-face side spins off the coolant towards the winding heads.
  • The coolant conducting structure is a single-material and/or one-piece integral part of the rotor.
  • The design allows for efficient centrifugal cooling of the stator winding heads.

Potential Applications: 1. Electric motors in automotive applications. 2. Industrial electric machinery. 3. Renewable energy systems such as wind turbines.

Problems Solved: 1. Efficient cooling of stator winding heads. 2. Improved performance and longevity of electric machines. 3. Enhanced thermal management in high-power applications.

Benefits: 1. Increased efficiency and reliability of electric machines. 2. Extended lifespan of components. 3. Better thermal performance in demanding environments.

Commercial Applications: Centrifugal cooling technology can be applied in various industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and renewable energy. This innovation can lead to more efficient and reliable electric machines, making it attractive for companies looking to enhance their products.

Prior Art: Prior research on centrifugal cooling systems in electric machines can provide insights into the development and implementation of similar technologies.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in centrifugal cooling systems for electric machines to leverage the latest innovations in the field.

Questions about Centrifugal Cooling Technology: 1. How does centrifugal cooling technology improve the efficiency of electric machines? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing centrifugal cooling systems in different applications?


Original Abstract Submitted

A rotor for an electric machine including a rotor shaft and a core stack fastened thereto, at least one coolant outlet being provided at the axial end-face side of the core stack. For centrifugal cooling of the winding heads of the stator of the electric machine, a coolant conducting structure is provided at the axial core stack end-face side, via which the coolant exiting from the coolant outlet is spun off radially outwardly in the direction of the winding heads as the result of centrifugal force. The coolant conducting structure is designed as a single-material and/or one-piece integral part of the rotor, in particular the rotor core stack.