General electric company (20240322638). HIGH HEAT TRANSFER CRYOGENIC BEARING simplified abstract
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HIGH HEAT TRANSFER CRYOGENIC BEARING
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Ernst Wolfgang Stautner of Niskayuna NY (US)
Constantinos Minas of Slingerlands NY (US)
HIGH HEAT TRANSFER CRYOGENIC BEARING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240322638 titled 'HIGH HEAT TRANSFER CRYOGENIC BEARING
The abstract describes a superconducting motor with a rotor, heat sink, and bearing. The rotor has a superconducting winding, the heat sink absorbs heat, and the bearing supports the rotor and transfers heat.
- The rotor of the motor is equipped with a superconducting winding made from a superconducting material.
- A heat sink is strategically placed within the motor to absorb and dissipate heat generated during operation.
- The bearing consists of an inner race, outer race, and rolling element, supporting the rotor and facilitating heat transfer.
- The rolling element is made from a material with high thermal conductivity and tensile strength, such as a copper alloy.
- The bearing is thermally connected to both the rotor and the heat sink to efficiently transfer heat.
Potential Applications: - High-performance industrial motors - Aerospace propulsion systems - Magnetic levitation transportation systems
Problems Solved: - Efficient heat dissipation in superconducting motors - Enhanced durability and performance of bearings in high-speed applications
Benefits: - Improved energy efficiency - Increased reliability and lifespan of the motor - Reduced maintenance costs
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Superconducting Motor Technology for Industrial and Aerospace Applications This technology can be utilized in various industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, and transportation for high-performance and energy-efficient motor applications.
Questions about Superconducting Motor Technology: 1. How does the use of a superconducting winding in the rotor improve the efficiency of the motor? 2. What are the advantages of using a high thermal conductivity material for the rolling element in the bearing?
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly exploring new superconducting materials and bearing technologies to further enhance the performance and efficiency of superconducting motors.
Original Abstract Submitted
a superconducting motor including a rotor, a heat sink, and a bearing. the rotor includes a superconducting winding formed from a superconducting material. the heat sink is positioned within the superconducting motor to absorb heat produced by the superconducting motor. the bearing includes an inner race, an outer race, and a rolling element. the bearing rotatably supports the rotor and is thermally connected to each of the rotor and the heat sink to transfer heat from the rotor to the heat sink. the rolling element is formed from a material having, at 25 k, a thermal conductivity of 20 w/mk or more and an ultimate tensile strength of 650 mpa or more. the rolling element may be formed from a copper alloy.
