General electric company (20240280052). MONOLITHIC SUPERSTRUCTURE FOR LOAD PATH OPTIMIZATION simplified abstract
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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 20240280052 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 integral superstructure provides support for the rotating component, maintaining a critical dimension between the rotor and stator as the temperature increases.
- 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.
Potential Applications: - Gas turbine engines - Compressor impellers - Aero components in combustors
Problems Solved: - Maintaining critical dimensions between rotor and stator - Support for rotating shafts in high-temperature environments
Benefits: - Improved performance and efficiency in gas turbine engines - Enhanced durability and reliability of rotating components
Commercial Applications: Title: Monolithic Superstructures for Gas Turbine Engines This technology can be utilized in the aerospace industry for gas turbine engines, improving overall engine performance and reliability.
Questions about Monolithic Superstructures for Gas Turbine Engines: 1. How do monolithic superstructures enhance the efficiency of gas turbine engines?
Monolithic superstructures provide support for rotating components, maintaining critical dimensions between the rotor and stator, leading to improved performance and efficiency.
2. What are the key features of monolithic superstructures in high-temperature environments?
Monolithic superstructures include bearing portions, stator portions, and transfer portions that ensure stability and support for rotating shafts in high-temperature environments.
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.
