18649607. MONOLITHIC SUPERSTRUCTURE FOR LOAD PATH OPTIMIZATION simplified abstract (General Electric Company)
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MONOLITHIC SUPERSTRUCTURE FOR LOAD PATH OPTIMIZATION
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Inventor(s)
Joshua Tyler Mook of Cincinnati OH (US)
John Alan Manteiga of Lynn MA (US)
Christopher Williams of Hamilton OH (US)
MONOLITHIC SUPERSTRUCTURE FOR LOAD PATH OPTIMIZATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18649607 titled 'MONOLITHIC SUPERSTRUCTURE FOR LOAD PATH OPTIMIZATION
The present disclosure pertains to monolithic superstructures designed to support a rotating shaft connected to a rotor relative to a stator. The superstructure is an integral component that supports the rotating parts, maintaining a critical dimension between the rotor and stator as the temperature increases.
- The superstructure includes a bearing portion that contacts the shaft and a stator portion that is radially spaced outward from the rotor.
- A first annular transfer portion extends forward from the bearing to the stator, while a second annular transfer portion extends aft from the stator to a mounting flange that connects the superstructure to a frame.
- The rotor may be a compressor impeller in a gas turbine engine, and the stator may be an aero component that transfers air into a combustor.
Potential Applications: - Gas turbine engines - Aerospace industry - Power generation systems
Problems Solved: - Maintaining critical dimensions in high-temperature environments - Ensuring stability and support for rotating components
Benefits: - Enhanced performance and efficiency in gas turbine engines - Increased reliability and durability of rotating machinery
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Superstructures for Gas Turbine Engines" This technology can be utilized in the aerospace industry for developing more efficient and reliable gas turbine engines, leading to improved performance and reduced maintenance costs.
Questions about Monolithic Superstructures: 1. How does the superstructure maintain a critical dimension between the rotor and stator as the temperature increases? The superstructure is designed to expand uniformly with temperature changes, ensuring the critical dimension is maintained.
2. What are the potential applications of this technology beyond gas turbine engines? This technology can also be applied in various industries where rotating machinery requires stable support and precise alignment.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present disclosure generally relates to monolithic superstructures for supporting a rotating shaft coupled to a rotor relative to a stator. An integral superstructure supports the rotating component. The superstructure includes a bearing portion that contacts the shaft. A stator portion, is spaced a critical dimension radially outward, from the rotor. A first annular transfer portion extends axially forward from the bearing to the stator portion. A second annular transfer portion extends axially aft from the stator portion to a mounting flange. The mounting flange connects the superstructure to a frame. The superstructure maintains a critical dimension between the rotor and the stator as the temperature of the superstructure increases. The rotor may be a compressor impeller in a gas turbine engine and the stator may be an aero component that transfers air into a combustor.
