18400762. DIFFERENTIAL GEARBOX ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE simplified abstract (GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY)
Contents
- 1 DIFFERENTIAL GEARBOX ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DIFFERENTIAL GEARBOX ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Prior Art
- 1.10 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.11 Questions about Turbine Engine Differential Gearbox Assembly
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
DIFFERENTIAL GEARBOX ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Ravindra Shankar Ganiger of Bengaluru (IN)
Gontla Nagashiresha of Bengaluru (IN)
Bugra H. Ertas of Niskayuna NY (US)
DIFFERENTIAL GEARBOX ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18400762 titled 'DIFFERENTIAL GEARBOX ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a differential gearbox assembly for a turbine engine that connects the fan shaft and the drive shaft through an epicyclic gear assembly. This assembly includes a sun gear, a planet gear, and a ring gear that all rotate about the drive shaft. An electric machine assembly provides mechanical power to the fan shaft through the epicyclic gear assembly.
- The differential gearbox assembly connects the fan shaft and the drive shaft in a turbine engine.
- An epicyclic gear assembly, including a sun gear, planet gear, and ring gear, facilitates the connection.
- An electric machine assembly provides mechanical power to the fan shaft through the epicyclic gear assembly.
Potential Applications
The differential gearbox assembly can be used in various turbine engines, such as aircraft engines, to efficiently transfer power between the fan shaft and the drive shaft.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of efficiently transferring power between the fan shaft and the drive shaft in a turbine engine, improving overall engine performance.
Benefits
- Improved power transfer efficiency - Enhanced engine performance - Increased reliability and durability
Commercial Applications
Title: "Efficient Turbine Engine Differential Gearbox Assembly" This technology can be commercially applied in aircraft engines, power generation systems, and other turbine applications to optimize power transfer and enhance overall system performance.
Prior Art
There is prior art related to differential gearbox assemblies in turbine engines, but this specific combination of an epicyclic gear assembly and an electric machine assembly for power transfer is a novel innovation.
Frequently Updated Research
There may be ongoing research in the field of turbine engine power transfer systems, including advancements in gear assembly designs and electric machine technologies.
Questions about Turbine Engine Differential Gearbox Assembly
Question 1
How does the epicyclic gear assembly improve power transfer efficiency in the turbine engine?
The epicyclic gear assembly allows for multiple gear interactions, distributing the load evenly and reducing friction, resulting in improved power transfer efficiency.
Question 2
What are the potential maintenance requirements for the electric machine assembly in this differential gearbox system?
The electric machine assembly may require periodic inspections and maintenance to ensure optimal performance, including checking for wear and tear on components and monitoring electrical connections for any issues.
Original Abstract Submitted
A differential gearbox assembly for a turbine engine having a fan shaft and a drive shaft. The differential gearbox assembly includes an epicyclic gear assembly coupling the fan shaft to the drive shaft. The epicyclic gear assembly includes a sun gear, a planet gear constrained by a planet carrier, and a ring gear. The sun gear is coupled to the drive shaft and the planet carrier is coupled to the fan shaft. The sun gear, the planet gear, and the ring gear all rotate about the drive shaft. The differential gearbox assembly includes an electric machine assembly that includes an input coupled to the epicyclic gear assembly. The electric machine assembly provides mechanical power to the fan shaft through the epicyclic gear assembly.
