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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Working machine engine and working machine using the same

Номер: US20120011730A1
Принадлежит: Makita Corp

A working machine engine is provided. The air flowing through the front side cooling air flow passage and the upper side cooling air flow passage which are provided in the front side and the upper side of the casing, respectively, and the air flowing through the auxiliary air flow passage provided in the back side of the casing join together near the opening. By this means, the air flowing through the auxiliary air flow passage can change the direction of the air flowing lengthwise through the front side cooling air flow passage and the upper side cooling air flow passage.

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22-03-2012 дата публикации

Cover structure of general-purpose liquid-cooled engine

Номер: US20120067305A1
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A general-purpose liquid-cooled engine delivers a coolant cooling an engine body to a radiator and delivers a cooling air to the radiator by use of a cooling fan to cool the coolant. A cover structure of the general-purpose liquid-cooled engine covers the engine body and the radiator. An engine cover is configured so as to allow the cooling air to be delivered to the radiator. A muffler cover covers a muffler disposed adjacent to an external surface of the engine cover. An exterior cover covers an entire engine including the engine cover and the muffler cover.

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28-06-2012 дата публикации

Cooling apparatus of engine

Номер: US20120160194A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A cooling apparatus of an engine according to the present invention includes a cooling fan, a fan housing, and a shroud guiding cooling air from the fan housing to the outer circumferential surface of an engine body portion. Further, a cooling air passage passing throughout in a cylinder head from one side surface of the cylinder head to the other side surface thereof is formed in the cylinder head, and a narrowed or throttle guide portion which guides the cooling air from the interior of the fan housing to an inlet opening of the one side surface of the cooling air passage is formed in the shroud.

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30-08-2012 дата публикации

Method and device for a spatially resolved introduction of an intensity pattern comprising electro-magnetic radiation into a photosensitive substance as well as applications thereof

Номер: US20120218535A1
Принадлежит: Nanoscribe GmbH

A method for the spatially resolved introduction of an intensity pattern of electro-magnetic radiation by at least one optic display system into a photosensitive substance having properties which can be changed by photon exposure. These properties include a first, liquid and at least one second state, with the electro-magnetic radiation being conducted via the optic display system into the photosensitive substance and here being projected on predetermined spatial coordinates, in order to create at or in an area of these spatial coordinates a change of the properties of the substance. A surface of an objective lens of the optic display system, through which the electro-magnetic radiation 4 is emitted, is immersed in the liquid photosensitive substance 2. A corresponding device is provided, and the device and method can be used for the creation of micro or nano-scaled structures.

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04-10-2012 дата публикации

Engine Starting System

Номер: US20120247413A1
Принадлежит: Johnson Electric SA

A starting system for an internal combustion engine of a vehicle includes a second motor configured to drive a second load, a first motor configured to selectively drive either the engine or a first load, and a controller configured to control the first and second motors such that when the first motor drives the engine the second motor is stopped, and when the first motor drives the first load the second motor is controlled to drive the second load. Preferably, the second load is a cooling fan of a cooling system for the engine and the first load is a water pump of the cooling system.

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04-10-2012 дата публикации

Control method for primary and supplemental cooling systems for a work vehicle

Номер: US20120247728A1
Автор: Gerald R. Johnson
Принадлежит: AGCO Corp

A method for controlling a supplemental cooling system for an independent hydraulic system used in combination with a primary cooling system for a work vehicle. Airflow is provided from a first air mover to the primary cooling system and a second airflow is provided to the supplemental cooling system. Multiple conditions are evaluated for reversing the direction of the second airflow to remove debris. In one embodiment, reversing of the airflow from the first and second air movers is synchronized to remove debris from both the primary and supplemental cooling systems and the second airflow from the second air mover is staged.

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28-03-2013 дата публикации

Clutch water pump, control system thereof, and control method thereof

Номер: US20130075220A1
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co, Kia Motors Corp

A clutch water pump may include a pulley, a brake pad attached on an interior surface of the clutch compartment of the pulley, a clutch disk disposed corresponding to the brake pad in the clutch compartment, a hub rotatably mounted into the penetrating hole and coupled to the clutch disk through a plurality of spring pins, the plurality of spring pins connecting slidably the clutch disk to the hub, a magnetic actuator fixed to the hub and disposed to the clutch disk to selectively move the clutch disk toward or away from the brake pad, and a main shaft, one end of which is fixed to the center of the hub and the other end of which is fixed to an impeller. Furthermore, a method of controlling the clutch water pump according to the engine rotation speed, the coolant temperature, and a condition of the coolant temperature sensor is provided.

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

FAN UNIT FOR A HEAT EXCHANGER

Номер: US20130153181A1
Принадлежит: JOHNSON ELECTRIC S.A.

A fan unit for a heat exchanger, has a plate-like support structure or shroud with a main opening defining an air passage for ventilation of the heat exchanger. An electric drive motor is fixed to the support structure or shroud. An impeller is arranged inside the main opening and driven by the drive motor. A spray protection screen associated with a side of the motor remote from the impeller is fixed to the support structure or shroud in such a way that, during use, it is substantially vertical and defines an inlet opening for an air flow for cooling the motor. The spray protection screen has an outwardly projecting deviating formation designed to deflect outside of the inlet opening, water which may flow over the outer surface of the screen during operation of the fan unit. 1. Fan unit for a heat exchanger , comprising:a plate-like support structure or shroud which has a main opening defining a passage for an air flow for ventilation of the heat exchanger;an electric fan including an electric drive motor fixed to said support structure or shroud in the region of said main opening, and an impeller with blades, which is arranged inside said main opening and connected to said drive motor; anda spray protection screen associated with the side of the motor remote from the impeller and fixed to said support structure or shroud in such a way that, during use, it is substantially vertical and defines at the bottom at least one inlet opening suitable for being passed through, during operation, by an air flow for cooling the motor,wherein the spray protection screen has an outwardly projecting deviating formation designed to deflect outside of said inlet opening water which during operation may flow over the outer surface of said screen.2. The fan unit of claim 1 , wherein said deviating formation has an essentially channel or gutter like form.3. The fan unit of claim 2 , wherein said channel-like deviating formation extends along a curved path having an upwardly directed ...

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

Fan unit for a heat exchanger

Номер: US20130156572A1
Принадлежит: Johnson Electric SA

A fan unit for a heat exchanger of a vehicle, has a plate-like support structure or shroud which has a main opening defining a passage for a flow of air for ventilation of the heat exchanger, and an electric fan arranged to cause the flow of air. The fan has a drive motor and an impeller connected to the motor. The support structure or shroud has a top side intended to extend at a small distance from a horizontal cross-member of the heat exchanger or the vehicle, so that an interspace is defined between them. This top side of the support structure or shroud has a flexible sealing gasket which has a configuration such that, in the assembled operating condition of the fan unit, the gasket is able to close off the interspace.

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

Thermal Management System, Vehicle, and Associated Method

Номер: US20130239913A1
Принадлежит: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

A system is provided that includes an engine coupled to an alternator; a radiator fan motor in electrical communication with the alternator, and that is mechanically decoupled from the engine; an energy storage device in electrical communication with the alternator and the radiator fan motor; and one or more traction motors in electrical communication with the energy storage device, the radiator fan motor, or both. Electricity provided through dynamic braking can power the radiator fan motor upon generation of the electricity, or it can be stored in the energy storage device for use later in powering the radiator fan motor. 1. A thermal management system comprising:an engine coupled to an alternator;a first radiator operably coupled with the engine; anda first radiator fan motor in electrical communication with the alternator, wherein the first radiator fan motor is mechanically decoupled from the engine, and wherein the first radiator fan motor drives a first fan to create a first air flow across the radiator.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:an energy storage device in electrical communication with the alternator and the first radiator fan motor; andone or more traction motors in electrical communication with the energy storage device, the first radiator fan motor, or both, wherein in a first mode of operation electricity provided through dynamic braking powers the first radiator fan motor upon generation of the electricity and in a second mode of operation the electricity provided through dynamic braking is stored in the energy storage device for use later in powering the first radiator fan motor.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a controller that can operate the first radiator fan motor when the engine is not operating claim 1 , wherein when the engine is not operating the alternator is not providing electrical power to the first radiator fan motor.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:one or more second radiators; andone or more ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Managing Airflow and Powertrain Cooling

Номер: US20130306006A1
Принадлежит: Spartan Motors Inc

An air flow apparatus and method are provided. The apparatus includes a shroud having a first end for connection to a cooling package, and a second end for connection to a fan ring. The fan ring of the apparatus is configured to mount directly to an engine block and surround a fan of the engine block. The apparatus also includes a duct positioned below the shroud and fan ring. The duct has a first opening that opens to an engine compartment, and a second opening that opens to ambient. A flow path extends between the first and second openings and is arranged to route heated air in proximity to the shroud and fan ring to ambient.

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26-12-2013 дата публикации

Power Tool

Номер: US20130340693A1
Принадлежит: ANDREAS STIHL AG & CO. KG

A power tool has an internal combustion engine with a cylinder. An injection valve supplies fuel to the internal combustion engine. A fuel pump conveys fuel from a fuel tank to the injection valve. A fan wheel is provided that is driven by the internal combustion engine. The cylinder is arranged in a first cooling zone of the power tool and the fan wheel conveys cooling air through the first cooling zone. The fuel pump is arranged in a second cooling zone of the power tool. Between the first cooling zone and the second cooling zone a buffer zone is arranged. The buffer zone is separated by at least one first partition from the first cooling zone and by at least one second petition from the second cooling zone. 1. A power tool comprising:an internal combustion engine comprising a cylinder;an injection valve supplying fuel to the internal combustion engine;a fuel tank;a fuel pump conveying fuel from the fuel tank to the injection valve;a fan wheel driven by the internal combustion engine;wherein the cylinder is arranged in a first cooling zone of the power tool and wherein the fan wheel conveys cooling air through the first cooling zone;wherein the fuel pump is arranged in a second cooling zone of the power tool;wherein between the first cooling zone and the second cooling zone a buffer zone is arranged, wherein the buffer zone is separated by at least one first partition from the first cooling zone and by at least one second partition from the second cooling zone.2. The power tool according to claim 1 , wherein the internal combustion engine takes in combustion air and wherein the second cooling zone is positioned in a flow path of the combustion air.3. The power tool according to claim 2 , further comprising an intake opening wherein the combustion air is taken in through the intake opening into the second cooling zone and the fuel pump is positioned in the flow path of the combustion air flowing in through the intake opening.4. The power tool according to claim 3 , ...

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16-01-2014 дата публикации

Multi-functional cooling system

Номер: US20140014426A1
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A vehicle includes a chassis; a plurality of ground-engaging members; and an engine that cooperates with the plurality of ground-engaging members to move the chassis of the vehicle. The engine is positioned within an engine compartment. The vehicle further includes a cooling system including a baffle having a first side and a second side; a battery positioned on the first side of the baffle; and a heat exchanger positioned on the second side of the baffle. The baffle defines a first air pathway to cool the battery and a second air pathway to cool the heat exchanger.

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

Cooling system for unmanned aerial vehicle

Номер: US20180002023A1
Автор: Jiang Wenyan, TIAN YU
Принадлежит:

The present invention disclosed a cooling system for unmanned aerial vehicle, which includes a main body, four arms disposed on the main body, two clockwise rotating propellers and two counterclockwise rotating propellers disposed on the arms respectively; wherein at least one air guide hole on each of the arms, which guide air to a middle of the main body; the two clockwise rotating propellers are disposed diagonally and the two counterclockwise rotating propellers are disposed diagonally; a clockwise rotating propeller is on a left-front arm; each of the clockwise and the counterclockwise rotating propellers rotates to generate an airstream which is configured to sweep towards the arm, the airstreams are configured to flow to an internal part of the main body by the air guide hole. The cooling system is able to cool down the whole unmanned aerial vehicle. 1. A cooling system for an unmanned aerial vehicle , comprising: a main body , four arms disposed on the main body , two clockwise rotating propellers and two counterclockwise rotating propellers disposed on the arms respectively; wherein at least one air guide hole is disposed on each of the arms , and configured to guide air to a middle part of the main body; the two clockwise rotating propellers are disposed diagonally and the two counterclockwise rotating propellers are disposed diagonally; one of the clockwise rotating propellers is on a left-front arm; each of the clockwise and the counterclockwise rotating propellers rotates to generate an airstream which is configured to sweep towards the arm , the airstreams are configured to flow to an internal part of the main body by the air guide hole.2. The cooling system for the unmanned aerial vehicle claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein the air guide hole on each of the arms is disposed near the main body and under an area formed by the rotating of a tail of each of the clockwise rotating propellers and counterclockwise rotating propellers.3. The cooling ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

ENGINE COOLING FAN OPERATION DURING HOT SOAK

Номер: US20170002719A1
Автор: Dudar Aed M.
Принадлежит:

Methods and systems are provided for cooling an engine. In one example, a method for an engine, includes, after an engine shutdown request is received, adjusting an engine cooling fan based on an engine temperature and an elevation of a fuel tank relative to the engine. In this way, fuel vapor generation may be prevented during an engine hot soak. 1. A method for an engine , comprising:after an engine shutdown request is received, adjusting an engine cooling fan based on an engine temperature and an elevation of a fuel tank relative to the engine.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein adjusting the engine cooling fan comprises powering the engine cooling fan in a reverse direction to blow air from the engine to outside the engine and away from the fuel tank.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein adjusting the engine cooling fan based on engine temperature and the elevation of the fuel tank comprises adjusting the cooling fan in response to engine temperature being greater than a threshold and the elevation of the fuel tank being equal to or greater than an elevation of the engine.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the elevation of the fuel tank relative to the engine is determined based on a grade of a vehicle in which the engine and fuel tank are installed.5. The method of claim 3 , further comprising claim 3 , after the engine shutdown request is received and when the elevation of the fuel tank is lower than the elevation of the engine claim 3 , not powering the engine cooling fan.6. The method of claim 3 , further comprising claim 3 , during engine operation claim 3 , powering the engine cooling fan in a forward direction to blow ambient air to the engine.7. The method of claim 2 , wherein powering the engine cooling fan in the reverse direction comprises de-energizing a first pair of transistors and energizing a second pair of transistors in a circuit of the engine cooling fan.8. A method for an engine in a vehicle claim 2 , comprising:after an engine shutdown request ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

BLOWER FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20180003101A1
Принадлежит:

A blower has a blower fan and a half shroud. The blower fan supplies air to a heat exchanger. The heat exchanger has a core that performs a heat exchange between a heat medium and the air. The half shroud covers a part of the core and defines an air passage extending from the heat exchanger to the blower fan. A blocking plate is disposed in a non-overlapping portion in which the half shroud and the core are located not to overlap with each other. The blocking plate prevents the air, which is blown by the blower fan, from flowing into an upstream area of the blower fan in a flow direction of the air through the non-overlapping portion. 1. A blower for a vehicle comprising:a blower fan that supplies air to a heat exchanger, the heat exchanger having a core that performs a heat exchange between a heat medium and the air; anda half shroud that covers a part of the core and defines an air passage extending from the heat exchanger to the blower fan, whereina blocking plate is disposed in a non-overlapping portion in which the half shroud and the core are located not to overlap with each other, the blocking plate preventing the air, which is blown by the blower fan, from flowing into an upstream area of the blower fan in a flow direction of the air through the non-overlapping portion.2. The blower for a vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprisinga leg that is arranged in the non-overlapping portion and fixes the half shroud to the heat exchanger, whereinthe blocking plate is attached to the leg.3. The blower for a vehicle according to claim 2 , whereinthe leg has a lattice shape defining openings therein, andthe blocking plate is connected to a downstream portion of the leg in the flow direction of the air and closes the openings of the leg.4. The blower for a vehicle according to claim 2 , whereinthe leg has a lattice shape defining openings therein, andthe blocking plate is disposed to an upper portion of the leg and closes the openings defined in the upper portion ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Cooling system

Номер: US20200003108A1
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A cooling system may include a skeleton frame having a central opening to receive and frame at least one cooling core. The skeleton frame has an interior to contain at least one conduit through which at least one fluid to be cooled may flow to the at least one cooling core. The cooling system may further include a skin wrapping over and about the skeleton frame to seal the interior of the skeleton frame.

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

SHIELDING ASSEMBLY FOR DEBRIS MANAGEMENT

Номер: US20200003118A1
Принадлежит:

A shield assembly that may be disposed within an engine compartment of an agricultural vehicle, the shield assembly includes a plurality of shields that may block buildup of debris within the engine compartment. At least one shield of the plurality of shields includes a sloped surface that may direct debris away from the engine compartment. The shield assembly also includes a plurality of ducts formed between the plurality of shields. The plurality of ducts may redirect cooling fluid from a cooling fan package to the engine compartment to remove debris from within the engine compartment. 1. A shield assembly configured to be disposed within an engine compartment of an agricultural vehicle , wherein the shield assembly comprises:a plurality of shields configured to block buildup of debris within the engine compartment, wherein at least one shield of the plurality of shields comprises a sloped surface configured to direct debris away from the engine compartment; anda plurality of ducts formed between the plurality of shields, wherein the plurality of ducts are configured to redirect cooling fluid from a cooling fan package to the engine compartment to remove debris from within the engine compartment.2. The shield assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of shields comprises a first shield configured to be disposed on a lateral side of the engine compartment and arranged partially around an engine and an exhaust pipe claim 1 , wherein the first shield comprises a first panel and a second panel coupled to and positioned cross-wise to the first panel claim 1 , a second shield separate from the first shield and configured to be disposed adjacent to the engine and the cooling fan package claim 1 , wherein the second shield comprises a third panel and a fourth panel coupled to and oriented cross-wise to the third panel claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the third panel is spaced apart from and arranged parallel to the first panel claim 1 , wherein the fourth panel ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

CONSTRUCTION MACHINE

Номер: US20210003062A1
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Two oil coolers () are disposed so as to face each other in a front half of the inside of a heat exchanger chamber () defined in an upper revolving body (), one oil cooler () is disposed in a rear half, and a space (E) formed between the oil coolers is used as work and passage spaces. Outside air as cooling air is allowed to pass through the respective oil coolers ( to ) by cooling fans (), and cooling air that has passed through each of the two oil coolers () disposed so as to face each other is made to mutually collide, and is discharged to the outside through a side outlet () of a front wall () and a first upper outlet () of a ceiling () of the heat exchanger chamber (). Cooling air that has passed through the other one oil cooler () is made to collide with a left side wall (), and is discharged to the outside through a second upper outlet () of the ceiling (). 1. A construction machine comprising:a heat exchanger chamber defined in a machine body;at least a pair of first heat exchangers that are disposed so as to face each other at a predetermined interval in the heat exchanger chamber, each of the first heat exchangers allowing outside air as cooling air to pass therethrough to be cooled, the outside air being introduced into the heat exchanger chamber from outside by a cooling fan; anda side outlet that is opened at a portion equivalent to a portion between both the first heat exchangers in a first side wall of the heat exchanger chamber, and that allows cooling air to discharge to lateral outside, the cooling air having passed through each of the first heat exchangers to mutually collide inside the heat exchanger chamber.2. The construction machine according to claim 1 , further comprisinga first upper outlet that is opened at a portion equivalent to a portion between both the first heat exchangers in a ceiling of the heat exchanger chamber, and that allows the cooling air to discharge to upper outside, the cooling air having passed through each of the first ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

DRIVE DEVICE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A DRIVE DEVICE

Номер: US20170005598A1
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A drive device comprising at least one control unit () for operating a first drive unit () with a first operating frequency (f) from a first operating frequency interval and a second drive unit () with a second operating frequency (f) from a second operating frequency interval, which at least partly overlaps the first operating frequency interval. The control unit (), in at least one operating state, operates the drive units at least occasionally simultaneously with different operating frequencies (f, f) and varies the first operating frequency (f) and/or the second operating frequency (f) within the respective operating frequency interval. 1101618101618. A drive device comprising at least one control unit () for operating a first drive unit () with a first operating frequency (f) from a first operating frequency interval and a second drive unit () with a second operating frequency (f) from a second operating frequency interval , which at least partly overlaps the first operating frequency interval , characterized in that the control unit () , in at least one operating state , operates the first drive unit () and the second drive unit () at least occasionally simultaneously with different operating frequencies (f , f) and varies the first operating frequency (f) and/or the second operating frequency (f) within the respective operating frequency interval.210. The drive device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the control unit () claim 1 , in the operating state claim 1 , varies the first operating frequency (f) and/or the second operating frequency (f) within an overlap region of the operating frequency intervals.310. The drive device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the control unit () claim 1 , in the operating state claim 1 , varies the first operating frequency (f) and/or the second operating frequency (f) monotonically over at least three frequency steps.410. The drive device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the control unit () ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Airflow for an Agricultural Harvesting Combine

Номер: US20180007830A1
Принадлежит: Tribine Industries LLC

Disclosed is a complete engine cooling system for an engine carried by a grain harvesting combine having an internal combustion engine and hot exhaust components, and having a front operator cab. The system includes a generally horizontal fan assembly located atop the harvesting combine for drawing in air, a radiator associated with the engine and over which air flows for engine cooling, and charge air coolers for combustion air cooling, and air conditioning and hydraulic coolers, a centrifugal scroll that takes the drawn in air and removes entrained particles to produce a clean exhaust air and dirty exhaust air; and a filter assembly through which the pre-cleaned exhaust air flows for producing filtered air for admittance into the engine for combustion. 1. A cooling system for an engine carried by a grain harvesting combine having an internal combustion engine and hot exhaust components , and having a front operator cab , which comprises:(a) a generally horizontal fan assembly located atop the harvesting combine for drawing in air;(b) a radiator associated with the engine and through which air flows for engine cooling;(c) a centrifugal scroll pre-cleaner that takes the drawn in air and removes entrained particles to produce a clean exhaust air and a dirty exhaust; and(d) a filter assembly through which the clean exhaust air flows for producing filtered air for admittance into the engine for combustion.2. The cooling system of claim 1 , additionally comprising:(e) a cleaning charge air fan located adjacent to a hydraulic fluid reservoir and accepting the dirty exhaust air for distribution into the grain harvesting combine, the hydraulic fluid reservoir being cooled thereby.3. The cooling system of claim 1 , additionally comprising:(f) a pair of dual axially mounted engines with oppositely opposed crankshafts, wherein one engine powers hydraulics and the second engine powers mechanical grain harvesting combine components;wherein the engines share the radiator, and ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Dual Engine Agricultural Harvesting Combine

Номер: US20180009305A1
Принадлежит: Tribine Industries LLC

Disclosed is an articulated harvesting combine of a forward power processing unit (PPU) and a rear grain cart, wherein the PPU carries dual axially mounted engines with oppositely opposed crankshafts with one toward the rear grain cart and the other engine away from the rear grain cart, there being no comingling of flywheel output power flow between the two engines.

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

ENGINE DEVICE

Номер: US20170009636A1
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An engine is provided with an exhaust gas treatment device which treats exhaust gas. The exhaust gas treatment device is provided with electric parts which detect a state of the exhaust gas purification device. The engine is provided with a cooling water circulation mechanism which circulates cooling water for the engine. Further, the electric parts are arranged in an outer side of the exhaust gas purification device on an extension in a longitudinal direction of the exhaust gas purification device. 1. An engine device comprising:an engine;an exhaust gas purification device for purifying exhaust gas from the engine; andelectric parts which detect a state of the exhaust gas purification device,wherein the electric parts are arranged in an outer side of the exhaust gas purification device on an extension in a longitudinal direction of the exhaust gas purification device.2. The engine device according to claim 1 , wherein the exhaust gas purification device is connected to an exhaust manifold provided in one side surface of the engine via an exhaust gas introduction portion claim 1 , andwherein the electric parts are arranged at a position which is outside the other side surface of the engine, closer to an outer side than one end surface of an exhaust gas purification case constructing the exhaust gas purification device.3. The engine device according to claim 2 , wherein a part of the electric parts is a wiring connector which is electrically connected to a temperature sensor attached to the exhaust gas purification device claim 2 , andwherein an intermediate portion of a wiring connecting the temperature sensor and the wiring connector is fixed to a flange in the exhaust gas purification case.4. The engine device according to claim 1 , wherein a cooling fan is provided in one side surface intersecting an output shaft in the engine claim 1 , and the exhaust gas purification device is supported to a cylinder head at a position closer to the cooling fan in an upper ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

ENGINE DEVICE AND STATIONARY WORK MACHINE HAVING SAME MOUNTED THEREON

Номер: US20170009639A1
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An engine includes an exhaust-gas purification device. The exhaust-gas purification device purifies exhaust gas. The exhaust-gas purification device includes electrical components. The electrical components detect the states of the exhaust-gas purification device. The engine includes a cooling-water circulation mechanism for circulating cooling water for the engine. Further, a portion of the cooling water circulated by the cooling-water circulation mechanism cools the electrical components. 1. An engine device comprising:an engine;an exhaust-gas purification device configured to purify exhaust gas from the engine;at least one electrical component configured to detect a state of the exhaust-gas purification device; anda cooling-water circulation mechanism configured to circulate cooling water for cooling the engine,wherein a portion of the cooling water circulated by the cooling-water circulation mechanism cools the at least one electrical component.2. The engine device according to claim 1 , further comprising:an exhaust-gas purification case included in the exhaust-gas purification device;a support bracket secured to the exhaust-gas purification case and supporting the at least one electrical component; anda cooling-water supply tube disposed on the support bracket and configured to allow the portion of the cooling water, circulated by the cooling-water circulation mechanism, to be flown in the cooling-water supply tube itself.3. The engine device according to claim 2 , wherein the support bracket supports the at least one electrical component at a position outside the exhaust-gas purification device claim 2 , and the cooling-water supply tube is disposed at a position between the at least one electrical component and the exhaust-gas purification device.4. The engine device according to any one of claim 1 , further comprising;a flywheel housing disposed at one side of the engine; anda crankshaft for the engine,wherein the exhaust-gas purification device is disposed ...

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

COOLING FAN MODULE

Номер: US20220025899A1
Автор: Hong Tao

The cooling fan module may include a fan assembly and a fan shroud. The fan shroud of the cooling fan module may include a first sidewall that may extend in a radial direction and define an opening. The fan assembly may include a hub disposed within the opening, a blade extending from the hub to a distal end that may include a first side and a second side converging to form a first leading edge with respect to the rotational direction. The fan assembly may include a winglet that may include a first fin, extending in the axial direction from the distal end of the blade and a second fin extending in the radial direction. 1. A fan assembly , rotatable in a rotational direction about a rotational axis , for use in a vehicle cooling fan module including a fan shroud provided with a first sidewall extending in a radial direction defining an opening , the fan assembly comprising:a hub disposed within the opening;a blade extending from the hub to a distal end and including a first side and a second side converging to form a first leading edge with respect to the rotational direction; anda winglet including a first fin, extending in an axial direction from the distal end so that portions of the first fin are disposed on the first side and the second side of the blade, and a second fin extending in the radial direction.2. The fan assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second fin includes a second leading edge and a trailing edge claim 1 , each arranged with respect to the rotational direction claim 1 , and a distal edge extending therebetween claim 1 , wherein the second leading edge extends along a first angle oblique to a radial line extending from the rotational axis.3. The fan assembly of claim 2 , wherein the trailing edge extends along the radial line.4. The fan assembly of claim 2 , wherein the distal end of the blade includes a first portion and a second portion formed by a substantially planar surface extending between the first fin and the first leading edge and defining ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

HEAT EXCHANGER MODULE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20220032767A1
Принадлежит: VALEO SYSTEMES THERMIQUES

The invention relates to a heat exchange module () for a motor vehicle, comprising: 1. A heat exchange module for a motor vehicle , comprising:a first heat exchanger having at least a first stage and a second stage, said first heat exchanger being configured such that the first stage and the second stage are in fluid connection within the same cooling circuit of the motor vehicle; anda ventilation device comprising at least one tangential fan for setting in motion an air flow configured to pass through at least the first heat exchanger,wherein the first and second stages of the first heat exchanger are arranged opposite each other, one behind the other with respect to the direction of flow of the air flow, so that the air set in motion by the tangential fan passes successively through the first stage and then through the second stage of the first heat exchanger.2. The heat exchange module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first stage and the second stage of the first heat exchanger are connected to each other by at least one fluid connection allowing the heat-transfer fluid to circulate in series from one stage to the other of the first heat exchanger.3. The heat exchange module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first stage and the second stage of the first heat exchanger are respectively connected to said cooling circuit via fluid connections allowing the heat-transfer fluid to circulate in parallel in the first stage and the second stage within said cooling circuit.4. The heat exchange module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:the first stage comprises a first bundle of heat exchange ducts,the second stage comprises a second bundle of heat exchange ducts, andwherein said first heat exchanger comprises a common first header box placed at a first end of the first and second bundles of heat exchange ducts.5. The heat exchange module as claimed in claim 4 , wherein said first heat exchanger comprises a second common header box placed at a second end of the first and ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MOTOR AND RADIATOR FAN

Номер: US20210013771A1

An electric motor including a rotor rotatably mounted about a rotational axis extending in the axial direction, and a stator including stator teeth widened in a T shape at the tooth-base side to form pole tabs and extending in the circumferential direction. The pole tabs may form a bearing shoulder. A respective stator slot for receiving coils of a stator winding is formed between adjacent stator teeth and a slot opening formed between mutually facing pole tabs. A reinforcing element may be inserted into a slot opening. The reinforcing element are held on mutually facing pole tabs of adjacent stator teeth by the bearing shoulders. The reinforcing element includes a contour that engages a bearing region to reduce a contact area with the bearing shoulders. 1. An electric motor comprising:a rotor rotatably mounted about a rotational axis extending in an axial direction; anda stator provided with a laminated core, forming a stator yoke, a number of stator teeth extending radially from the stator yoke, and a number of reinforcing elements,wherein each of the stator teeth are T shaped and include a tooth-base side forming pole tabs extending in a circumferential direction defined by the stator,wherein the stator defines a stator slot and a slot opening, wherein the stator slot is disposed between a first stator tooth and a second stator tooth, adjacent to the first stator tooth and configured to receive coils of a stator winding, wherein the slot opening is formed between a first pole tab and a second pole tab facing the first pole tab,wherein the first pole tab forms a first bearing shoulder and the second pole tab forms a second bearing shoulder,wherein a reinforcing element of the number of reinforcing elements includes a contour and wherein the reinforcing element is inserted into the slot opening and the contour engages the first bearing shoulder to hold the reinforcing element between the first pole tab and the second pole tab.2. The electric motor of claim 1 , ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

COOLANT CIRCULATION SYSTEM FOR TURBOCHARGER

Номер: US20170016379A1
Принадлежит:

A coolant circulation system for turbochargers is provided. The coolant circulation system includes a turbocharger provided with a coolant outlet line and a coolant inlet line. The coolant is discharged from the turbocharger through the coolant outlet line. The coolant outlet line is connected to a first flow path connecting an inlet port of a radiator to an outlet port of a heater core. The coolant is supplied into the turbocharger through the coolant inlet line. The coolant inlet line is connected to a second flow path connecting a first end of a water pump to an inlet port of the heater core. 1. A coolant circulation system for turbochargers comprising:a turbocharger;a coolant outlet line through which a coolant is discharged out of the turbocharger, the coolant outlet line being connected to a first flow path connecting an inlet port of a radiator to an outlet port of a heater core; anda coolant inlet line through which the coolant is supplied into the turbocharger, the coolant inlet line being connected to a second flow path connecting a first end of a water pump to an inlet port of the heater core.2. The coolant circulation system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a radiator cap provided adjacent to an outlet port of the radiator and configured to discharge the coolant to a reservoir tank depending on a pressure in the radiator.3. The coolant circulation system according to claim 1 , wherein a water head resistance at the outlet port of the heater core is greater than a water head resistance at the inlet port of the radiator.4. The coolant circulation system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a cooling fan provided on a side of the radiator and configured to cool the radiator when an ignition of a vehicle is turned off.5. The coolant circulation system according to claim 1 , wherein the radiator receives the coolant through the inlet port of the radiator provided on an upper end of the radiator claim 1 , cools the coolant claim 1 , and then ...

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

FAN FRAME AND FAN MODULE

Номер: US20160017893A1
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a fan frame for a plurality of fan modules, particularly for a radiator of a motor vehicle, comprising a first fan holder having a first outflow region, at least one further fan holder having a further outflow region, and an intermediate region that connects adjoining edge regions of the first and the further fan holders to each other. The fan frame is characterised in that a shielding device, which separates the first and a further outflow region from each other, is provided in the intermediate region. The present invention further relates to a fan module, particularly having such a fan frame.

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

ENGINE AND ENGINE-DRIVEN WORKING MACHINE

Номер: US20180016956A1
Принадлежит: HITACHI KOKI CO., LTD.

The temperature of exhaust gas discharged from a compact air-cooled engine used as a power source for an engine-driven working machine is reduced. An engine has a muffler mounted directly to the exhaust opening of the cylinder, and a resin muffler cover covering the muffler. An exhaust gas restriction member is provided to a wall surface of the muffler, and two exhaust passages serving as outlets for exhaust gas are formed in the exhaust gas restriction member. The exhaust passages are arranged independent of each other, and the streams of discharged exhaust gas are discharged to be slightly separated from each other as the streams flow away from the exhaust openings. The separated streams of discharged exhaust gas form a negative pressure space between the streams promoting the introduction of a cooling air stream into the negative pressure portion. Thus, the temperature of the exhaust gas can be reduced. 1. An engine comprising: a cylinder having a plurality of fins at an outer circumferential section thereof and in which a combustion chamber is formed; a cooling fan installed at one end of a crankshaft and configured to generate cooling air to cool the cylinder; and a muffler attached to an exhaust opening of the cylinder , wherein an exhaust gas outlet is installed at the muffler , an exhaust gas restriction member configured to determine a discharge direction of exhaust gases is installed at the exhaust gas outlet , and the exhaust gas restriction member is configured to have a plurality of exhaust passages arranged in parallel such that exhaust directions of the exhaust gases are spaced apart from each other.2. The engine according to claim 1 , wherein some of the cooling air is introduced in the exhaust direction of the exhaust gas of the muffler.3. The engine according to claim 1 , wherein a muffler cover configured to cover the muffler to form a muffler receiving chamber is provided claim 1 , and the exhaust gas restriction member is configured to discharge ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

ENGINE AND ENGINE-DRIVEN WORKING MACHINE

Номер: US20180016964A1
Принадлежит: HITACHI KOKI CO., LTD.

An engine is configured so that a muffler is affixed to the exhaust opening of the cylinder, and the air-cooled cylinder is cooled by a cooling fan. The engine is provided with a muffler cover for covering the muffler, and exhaust gas is discharged inside the muffler cover along the wall surface of the muffler. A second cooling air is combined with the exhaust gas flow from the upstream side thereof to be parallel thereto, and a first cooling air having been caused to flow under the muffler is caused to perpendicularly impinge against the exhaust gas flow on the downstream side thereof. Thus, the cooling airs are combined inside the muffler cover with the exhaust gas flow, and as a result the temperature of the exhaust gas is sufficiently reduced at the time when the exhaust gas is discharged from the opening of the muffler cover to the outside. 1. An engine comprising: a cylinder having a plurality of fins on an outer circumferential section thereof and in which a combustion chamber is formed; a cooling fan configured to generate cooling air to cool the cylinder; and a substantially rectangular parallelepiped muffler attached to the cylinder , wherein an exhaust gas outlet is installed in the muffler to discharge an exhaust gas along a first wall surface of the muffler in a direction perpendicular to an axial direction of the cylinder , and first cooling air passing through and between the fins flows along a second wall surface disposed at a downstream side in a discharge direction of the exhaust gas when seen from the first wall surface and merges with the exhaust gas.2. The engine according to claim 1 , wherein an exhaust gas passage including the exhaust gas outlet and configured to determine a discharge direction of the exhaust gas is formed in the muffler claim 1 , and the exhaust gas passage is disposed to be biased at an upstream side in an exhaust gas outflow direction on the first wall surface of the muffler.3. The engine according to claim 1 , wherein a ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

FAN ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180017063A1
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A fan assembly includes a first fan and a second fan spaced from the first fan. The first fan includes a first central portion and a plurality of first fan blades being supported by the first central portion. The second fan includes a second central portion and a plurality of second fan blades being supported by the second central portion. The fan assembly also includes a single drive unit configured to selectively operate both of the first and second fans. The single drive unit is spaced from at least one of the first and second fans to indirectly operate at least one of the fans. 1. A fan assembly comprising:a first fan including a first central portion disposed along a first axis and a plurality of first fan blades being supported by the first central portion and spaced radially away from the first axis;a second fan spaced from the first fan, with the second fan including a second central portion disposed along a second axis and a plurality of second fan blades being supported by the second central portion and spaced radially away from the second axis; anda single drive unit configured to selectively operate both of the first and second fans, with the single drive unit being spaced from at least one of the first and second fans to indirectly operate at least one of the fans.2. The assembly as set forth in wherein the single drive unit is coupled to one of the first and second central portions to directly operate the corresponding one of the fans claim 1 , and the single drive unit is spaced from the other one of the first and second fans to indirectly operate the other one of the fans.3. The assembly as set forth in wherein one of the first and second fans includes a plurality of magnets claim 2 , with the single drive unit interacting with the magnets in a spaced apart relationship when indirectly operating the respective one of the first and second fans which causes one of the plurality of first and second fan blades to rotate about the first and second axes ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

Air-cooling system for fluidic machine

Номер: US20180017082A1
Автор: Ho Youl PARK
Принадлежит: Hanwha Techwin Co Ltd

An air-cooling system for fluidic machine includes a base frame, a first intercooler arranged above the base frame and in which a fluid for heat exchange flows, an oil cooler arranged adjacent to the first intercooler and in which oil flows, a second intercooler arranged above the base frame to face one of the first intercooler and the oil cooler and in which the fluid for heat exchange flows, an aftercooler arranged adjacent to the second intercooler to face the other of the first intercooler and the oil cooler and in which the fluid for heat exchange flows, and a blower supplying cooling air to a space between the first intercooler and the oil cooler, and the second intercooler and the aftercooler.

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

GENERAL-PURPOSE ENGINE

Номер: US20210017896A1
Принадлежит:

Provided is a general-purpose engine having a sufficient cooling function. A general-purpose engine is provided with: an engine body which has an exhaust system component connected to a cylinder ; and a cooling mechanism which cools the engine body . The cooling mechanism is provided with: a cooling fan which rotates to generate a cooling air flow; a discharge section which discharges the cooling air flow generated by the rotation of the cooling fan ; and an air guide which guides, toward the cylinder and the exhaust system component , the cooling air flow discharged from the discharge section 1. A general-purpose engine comprising an engine main body having an exhaust-system component connected to a cylinder; and a cooling mechanism which cools the main engine body ,Wherein the cooling mechanism includes:A cooling fan which generates a cooling air flow by rotating;A blowing part which blows the cooling air flow generated by rotation of the cooling fan; andAn air guide which guides the cooling air flow blown from the blowing part,wherein the exhaust-system component is disposed on one side of the general-purpose engine, andwherein the blowing part is disposed on another side of the general-purpose engine.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The general-purpose engine according to claim 1 , wherein the cooling fan includes cooling fins formed on a flywheel disposed coaxially with a crankshaft provided to the engine main body claim 1 , andwherein the air guide has an air guide main body which extends to slope from a front surface side of the general-purpose engine to inwards of the general-purpose engine.5. The general-purpose engine according to claim 4 , wherein the air guide main body extends from a side of the air blowing part towards a side of the exhaust-system component to slope from a front surface side of the general-purpose engine on which the cooling fan is provided to inwards of the general-purpose engine and towards a side of the exhaust-system component.6. The ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

UTILITY VEHICLE

Номер: US20200018217A1
Принадлежит:

A utility vehicle includes: an air-cooled engine; a cooling fan disposed on one side of the engine with respect to a vehicle widthwise direction and configured to supply a cooling air towards a cylinder unit of the engine; an exhaust pipe disposed on the other side of the engine with respect to the vehicle widthwise direction and connected with an exhaust port of the cylinder unit; an oxygen sensor fitted to the exhaust pipe; and a shield configured to prevent muddy water, which is swirled by the cooling fan, from depending on the exhaust pipe. 1. A utility vehicle which comprises:an air cooled engine;a cooling fan disposed on one side of the engine with respect to a vehicle widthwise direction and configured to supply a cooling air towards a cylinder unit of the engine; the cooling fan being fixed to one end portion of an engine rotary shaft on the one side;an exhaust pipe disposed on the other side of the engine with respect to the vehicle widthwise direction and connected with an exhaust port of the cylinder unit;an oxygen sensor fitted to the exhaust pipe; anda shield configured to prevent mud water, which is swirled by the cooling fan, from depositing on the exhaust pipe.2. The utility vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the shield is so disposed as to surround the outer periphery of the exhaust pipe.3. The utility vehicle as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the shield is in the form of a plate material and is jointly fastened to the exhaust port together with the exhaust pipe.4. The utility vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a shroud configured to guide the cooling air from the cooling fan towards the cylinder unit and an ignition plug.5. The utility vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the shield is provided with a discharge opening through which the cooling air claim 1 , after having been used to cool the cylinder unit claim 1 , is discharged to the outside of the engine.6. The utility vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:the shield ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

Heat Exchanger Transfer Tubes

Номер: US20210018270A1
Автор: Farley Darryl, Reed Shawn
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A transfer tube for a thermal transfer device can include at least one wall having an inner surface and an outer surface, where the inner surface forms a cavity, where the at least one wall further has a first end and a second end. The first end can be configured to couple to a terminus of a heat exchanger of the thermal transfer device. The second end can be configured to couple to a collector box of the thermal transfer device. At least a portion of the at least one wall can be disposed in a vestibule of the thermal transfer device. The cavity can be configured to simultaneously receive a first fluid that flows from the first end to the second end and a second fluid that flows from the second end to the first end. 1. A transfer tube for a thermal transfer device , wherein the transfer tube comprises:at least one wall comprising an inner surface and an outer surface, wherein the inner surface forms a cavity, wherein the at least one wall further has a first end and a second end,wherein the first end is configured to couple to a terminus of a heat exchanger of the thermal transfer device,wherein the second end is configured to couple to a collector box of the thermal transfer device,wherein at least a portion of the at least one wall is disposed in a vestibule of the thermal transfer device,wherein the cavity is configured to receive a first fluid that flows from the first end to the second end, andwherein the cavity is further configured to receive a second fluid that flows from the second end to the first end, andwherein the at least one wall is configured to receive the first fluid and the second fluid simultaneously.2. The transfer tube of claim 1 , wherein the first end and the second end are configured to be disposed in a main chamber of the thermal transfer device.3. The transfer tube of claim 1 , wherein the at least one wall comprises at least one bent portion disposed between the first end and the second end.4. The transfer tube of claim 3 , wherein the at ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MOTOR FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20180019635A1
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An electric motor for vehicle including a stator; a stator support member; a rotation shaft; a rotor including a bottom wall and a peripheral wall, in which the peripheral wall is provided with a magnet and the bottom wall is configured to be combined with the rotation shaft; and a bearing holder including a tube part, and a water drip hole is formed on a vertically lower side of the tube part, the stator support member being provided with a bearing holder insertion part including a boss part into which the tube part is configured to be inserted, wherein a water drain structure configured to drain a water drop from the water drip hole is provided along a circumferential direction of an inner circumferential surface of the boss part in a vertically lower area of the inner circumferential surface of the boss part. 1. An electric motor for vehicle comprising:a stator around which coil is wound;a stator support member configured to support the stator;a rotation shaft rotatably supported by the stator support member via an axle bearing and extends in a horizontal direction;a rotor including a bottom wall of a disc-like shape that covers one side of the stator in an axial line direction of the rotation shaft and a peripheral wall of a cylinder-like shape that rises from an outer circumferential end of the bottom wall and covers an outer circumferential side of the stator, in which the peripheral wall is provided with a magnet and the bottom wall is configured to be integrally-rotatably combined with the rotation shaft; anda bearing holder including a tube part of a cylinder-like shape configured to support the axle bearing in an inner circumferential side thereof, and a water drip hole is formed in a vertically lower side of the tube part, the stator support member being provided with a bearing holder insertion part including a boss part of a cylinder-like shape into which the tube part is configured to be inserted,wherein a water drain structure configured to drain a ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

Reversible mechanical fan

Номер: US20160024991A1
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A fan assembly may include an input shaft, first and second belts, first and second pulleys engaged by the first belt, third and fourth pulleys engaged by the second belt, output shaft rotationally coupled to a fan, and a clutch assembly. The second pulley may be rotationally coupled to the first pulley via the first belt so as to rotate in the same direction as the first pulley. The fourth pulley may be rotationally coupled to the third pulley via the second belt so as to rotate in the opposite direction of the third pulley. The clutch assembly may be configured to selectively rotationally couple the output shaft to the input shaft via the first pulley, first belt, and second pulley. The clutch assembly may also be configured to selectively rotationally couple the output shaft to the input shaft via the third pulley, second belt, and fourth pulley.

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

COOLING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170022876A1
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A cooling system includes a rear radiator that is mounted in a vehicle and circulates cooling water to release heat of the cooling water. A fan that generates cooling air to cool the rear radiator, and a shroud is provided between the fan and the rear radiator and guides the cooling air. The shroud has a double structure having an internal space; the internal space enables the cooling water to pass through the internal space when the cooling water circulates. 1. A cooling system , comprising:a radiator that is mounted in a vehicle and circulates a cooling medium to release heat of the cooling medium;a fan configured to generate cooling air to cool the radiator; anda shroud that is provided between the fan and the radiator and is configured to guide the cooling air,wherein the shroud comprises a double structure having an internal space, andwherein the internal space is configured to enable the cooling medium to pass through the internal space when the cooling medium circulates.2. The cooling system according to claim 1 , wherein the shroud includes claim 1 , as the double structure:an inner portion having a tubular shape; andan outer portion that is provided outside the inner portion in a radial direction and has a tubular shape,wherein the internal space is formed between the inner portion and the outer portion.3. The cooling system according to claim 1 ,wherein the shroud includes partition wall parts that divide the internal space into a first internal space through which the cooling medium is configured to pass, anda second internal space through which the cooling medium that has passed through the first internal space is configured to pass.4. The cooling system according to claim 3 , wherein:the partition wall parts divide the internal space into upper and lower spaces, andwherein the second internal space is disposed under the first internal space.5. The cooling system according to claim 3 ,wherein the cooling system is configured to cause the cooling medium ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD USING MULTIPLE INPUTS FOR CONTROLLING COOLING FAN SPEED OF OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT UNIT

Номер: US20170022878A1
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An outdoor unit has a frame that carries a ground grooming or working implement, a traction drive, and a cooling fan, all of which comprises loads on a prime mover. A power management controller automatically reduces an operational speed of the traction drive when prime mover droop is present. The cooling fan cools two cooling fluids. The controller stores data representing variable fan speeds for cooling each cooling fluid in both normal and above normal temperature ranges and for use when prime mover droop is present. The controller uses the highest fan speed required for cooling the cooling fluids in the normal range unless the droop fan speed is lower in which case the lower droop fan speed is used but only to the extent that the lower droop fan speed is not lower than the highest fan speed required for cooling the cooling fluids in the above normal temperature range. 1. An outdoor power equipment unit , which comprises:(a) a frame that carries a prime mover, a ground grooming or working implement, a traction drive, and at least one cooling fan, all of which comprise loads on the prime mover, wherein the at least one cooling fan cools at least one fluid;(b) a power management controller on the frame, wherein the controller further stores data representing variable fan speeds for use in cooling each fluid in normal and above temperature ranges thereof and for use when prime mover load above a predetermined value is present, wherein the controller uses a highest fan speed required for cooling each fluid in the normal temperature range unless the prime mover load fan speed is lower in which case the lower prime mover load fan speed is used but only to the extent that the lower prime mover load fan speed is not lower than a highest fan speed required for cooling each fluid in the above normal temperature range.2. The unit of claim 1 , wherein the controller automatically reduces an operational speed of the traction drive when the prime mover load is above the ...

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25-01-2018 дата публикации

FAN SHROUD, FAN DEVICE, AND MANUFACTURING PROCESS

Номер: US20180023578A1
Автор: Burtch Joseph Charles
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A shroud body has a hollow space. A shroud ring is located in the hollow space. Multiple arms radially extend in the hollow space and connect the shroud body with the shroud ring. Multiple terminals are electrically conductive and are equipped to the shroud ring. Multiple wires are electrically connected with the terminals. At least one of the wires is integrally molded with at least one of the arms. 1. A fan shroud comprising:a shroud body having a hollow space;a shroud ring located in the hollow space;a plurality of arms radially extending in the hollow space and connecting the shroud body with the shroud ring;a plurality of terminals electrically conductive and equipped to the shroud ring; anda plurality of wires electrically connected with the terminals, whereinat least one of the wires is integrally molded with at least one of the arms.2. The fan shroud according to claim 1 , whereinthe shroud ring and the arms are integrally molded of resin, andthe at least one wire is integrally molded with the shroud ring.3. The fan shroud according to claim 2 , whereinthe shroud ring has a center hole at a center, andthe at least one wire extends along a periphery of the center hole.4. The fan shroud according to claim 1 , whereinat least one of the terminals is integrally molded with the shroud ring.5. The fan shroud according to claim 1 , whereinthe shroud body and the arms are integrally molded of resin, andthe at least one wire is integrally molded with the shroud body.6. The fan shroud according to claim 1 , further comprising:a connector including a plurality of connector pins each being conductive, whereinthe connector pins are insert-molded with the connector and integrally molded with the shroud body, andthe connector pins are electrically connected with the terminals through the wires.7. The fan shroud according to claim 1 , whereinthe arms include one arm closest to the connector, andthe one arm is integrally molded with the at least one wire.8. The fan shroud ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

Power Systems and Enclosures Having Configurable Air Flow

Номер: US20220042444A1
Автор: Jochman Nathan Joe
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Power systems and enclosures having a configurable cooling air flow are disclosed. The power system includes an enclosure; an air inlet location, a first air outlet location, a second air outlet location, a fan assembly, and one or more relocatable covers to obstruct the first and second air outlet locations. The air inlet location may be at a first location on an exterior of the enclosure to permit intake of air from the exterior of the enclosure to an interior of the enclosure. The first air outlet location may be at a second location on the exterior of the enclosure to expel air taken in through the air inlet location, while the second air outlet location at a third location on the exterior of the enclosure to expel air taken in through the air inlet location. 1. A power system having a configurable airflow , the power system comprising:an enclosure;an air inlet location at a first location on an exterior of the enclosure to permit intake of air from the exterior of the enclosure to an interior of the enclosure;a first air outlet location at a second location on the exterior of the enclosure to expel air taken in through the air inlet location, wherein the enclosure defines a first air routing path to direct the air from the air inlet location to the first air outlet location; anda second air outlet location at a third location on the exterior of the enclosure to expel air taken in through the air inlet location, wherein the enclosure defines a second air routing path to direct the air from the air inlet location to the second air outlet location;a fan assembly configured to urge the air from the air inlet location, through the enclosure, and out of the interior of the enclosure via a first one of the first air outlet location and the second air outlet location; andone or more relocatable covers configured to selectively obstruct a second one of the first air outlet location and the second air outlet location.2. The power system of claim 1 , wherein the enclosure ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

SHIELDING ASSEMBLY FOR DEBRIS MANAGEMENT

Номер: US20220042457A1
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A shield assembly that may be disposed within an engine compartment of an agricultural vehicle, the shield assembly includes a plurality of shields that may block buildup of debris within the engine compartment. At least one shield of the plurality of shields includes a sloped surface that may direct debris away from the engine compartment. The shield assembly also includes a plurality of ducts formed between the plurality of shields. The plurality of ducts may redirect cooling fluid from a cooling fan package to the engine compartment to remove debris from within the engine compartment. 1. A shield assembly configured to be disposed within an engine compartment of an agricultural vehicle , wherein the shield assembly comprises:a plurality of shields configured to block buildup of debris within the engine compartment, wherein at least one shield of the plurality of shields comprises a sloped surface configured to direct debris away from the engine compartment; anda plurality of ducts formed by the plurality of shields, wherein the plurality of ducts is configured to direct cooling fluid from a cooling fan of a cooling fan package to an engine within the engine compartment to remove debris from within the engine compartment;wherein the plurality of shields comprises a first shield configured to be disposed on a lateral side of the engine compartment and arranged partially around the engine and an exhaust pipe, and the first shield comprises a first panel and a second panel coupled to and positioned cross-wise to the first panel;wherein the plurality of shields comprises a second shield separate and spaced apart from the first shield and configured to be disposed adjacent to the engine and the cooling fan package, the second shield comprises a third panel and a fourth panel coupled to and oriented cross-wise to the third panel, at least a portion of the third panel is arranged parallel to the first panel, and the fourth panel is configured to be positioned above the ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

Cooling Module

Номер: US20190024573A1
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A cooling module for use with an internal combustion engine having separate cooling circuits, the cooling module having a cuboid shaped structure having walls defining an internal open portion, at least one of the walls comprising a low-temperature heat exchanger circuit and one of the walls comprising a high-temperature heat exchanger circuit and a fan located within the open portion of the structure and enclosed by the walls. The fan is configured to act as a sucker fan to draw air from outside the structure through the at least one low-temperature heat exchanger circuit and to act as a blower fan by redirecting the air out of the structure through the at least one high-temperature heat exchanger circuit. The cooling module has increased fan efficiency, reduced noise, and optimal functional heat exchanger face area per given space. 1. A cooling module comprising:(a) a box shaped structure comprising at least four sides forming walls of the structure, the walls defining an open portion within the structure, wherein the walls include at least one low-temperature heat exchanger circuit and at least one high-temperature heat exchanger circuit; and(b) at least one fan located within the open portion of the structure, wherein the fan is configured to draw air from outside the structure through the at least one low-temperature heat exchanger circuit and redirect the air out of the structure through the at least one high-temperature heat exchanger circuit.2. The cooling module of claim 1 , wherein the walls comprise at least four sidewalls and a top wall.3. The cooling module of claim 2 , wherein at least one of the sidewalls comprises the low-temperature heat exchanger circuit and the top wall comprises the high-temperature heat exchanger circuit.4. The cooling module of claim 3 , wherein at least two sidewalls comprise low-temperature heat exchanger circuits.5. The cooling module of claim 4 , wherein the at least two sidewalls comprising the low-temperature heat ...

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28-01-2021 дата публикации

General purpose engine

Номер: US20210025320A1
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

Provided is a general purpose engine having a sufficient cooling function. The general purpose engine 1 comprises: an engine main body 10 having a canister muffler 132 on the side thereof; a cooling mechanism 9 that cools the engine main body 10; and a shroud 4 covering the engine main body 10 and the cooling mechanism 9. The cooling mechanism 9 comprises: a cooling fan 90 that generates cooling air by rotating; and a blowing unit 92 that blows cooling air generated by the rotation of the cooling fan 90, towards the upper section of the engine main body 10. A space S in which the cooling air blown from the blowing unit 92 towards the upper section of the engine main body 10 can flow vertically downwards is formed between the shroud 4 and the canister muffler 132. A return section 40 that guides the cooling air towards a stud bolt 132a that fixes the canister muffler 132 to the engine main body 10 is formed on an inside wall surface of the shroud 4 forming the space S.

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23-01-2020 дата публикации

BRUSH MOTOR AND COOLING MODULE USING THE SAME

Номер: US20200028422A1
Автор: Liu Fei, QIN Rui Feng
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A brush motor includes a stator and a rotor. The rotor includes a rotary shaft with a rotor core and commutator fixed thereto. The commutator includes an insulating base and commutator segments fixed to the insulating base. The stator includes 2P stator poles, where P is an integer greater than 1. The rotor comprises m teeth, where 4P>m>2P, and 2m is an integral multiple of P. The rotor includes a rotor winding, which is a concentrated winding having m first elements and m second elements. Each tooth is wound with one of the first elements and one of the second elements. the m first elements form a plurality of element groups, each having n first elements connected in series, and being connected only to corresponding commutator segments at both ends thereof, where P≥n≥2. Both ends of each second element are connected to corresponding commutator segments. 1. A brush motor comprising:a stator comprising 2P stator poles, wherein P is an integer greater than 1; anda rotor comprising a rotary shaft, and a rotor core and a commutator fixed to the rotary shaft, the commutator comprising an insulating base and a plurality of commutator segments fixed to the insulating base,wherein the rotor comprises m teeth, wherein m is an integer greater than 2P less than 4P, and 2m is an integral multiple of P;wherein the rotor comprises a rotor winding, which is a concentrated winding having m first elements and m second elements, and each tooth is wound with one of the first elements and one of the second elements;wherein each of the first elements are connected to no more than one of the corresponding commutator segments, the m first elements form a plurality of element groups, each element group having n first elements connected in series without any one of the commutator segments connected between any two of the first elements in the corresponding elements group, each element group being connected only to corresponding commutator segments at both ends thereof, where n is greater ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

ENGINE FOR OUTBOARD MOTOR

Номер: US20170030239A1
Принадлежит: SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION

An engine for an outboard motor is provided with an engine body, an intake system configured to supply combustion air to the engine body, an exhaust passage formed by connecting the engine body and the middle and lower units thereunder, a catalyst provided in the exhaust passage, and an air pump configured to supply secondary air to the upstream side of the catalyst. The air pump is driven by an electric motor. 1. An engine for an outboard motor comprising:an in-line multiple-cylinder engine body provided with a crankshaft having an axial line directed to a vertical direction and a plurality of vertically overlapping cylinders, the cylinders having axial lines directed backward in a horizontal direction;an intake system configured to supply combustion air to the engine body;an exhaust passage formed to connect the engine body and middle and lower units thereunder;a catalyst provided in the exhaust passage; andan air pump configured to supply secondary air to an upstream side of the catalyst in the exhaust passage,wherein the air pump is driven by an electric motor.2. The engine for an outboard motor according to claim 1 , further comprising a ventilation unit provided with a flywheel magnet installed in a shaft end of the crankshaft to rotate in synchronization in an upper part of the engine body to serve as a ventilation fan and a flywheel cover that covers the flywheel magnet and is connected to a ventilation outlet of the engine cover claim 1 ,wherein the air pump and the electric motor are arranged in the vicinity of a ventilation inlet of the ventilation unit so that the air pump and the electric motor are cooled using the air flowing to the ventilation unit.3. The engine for an outboard motor according to claim 2 , wherein the ventilation inlet of the flywheel cover is provided with a ventilation air inlet hole formed by a gap from an outer circumference of the electric motor to cover at least an upper part of the electric motor. This application is based upon ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

COMPACT COOLING MODULE

Номер: US20170030250A1
Автор: Graaf Marc, Richter Gerald
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A compact heat exchanger and blower unit for motor vehicles, including a blower for the propulsion of an air mass flow with an inlet and an outlet, as well as a coolant-air heat exchanger with an air inlet and an air outlet. The blower, which is embodied as a radial blower, and the coolant-air heat exchanger are aligned with respect to each other such that the air mass flow is propelled by the blower into the coolant-air heat exchanger. 1. A compact heat exchanger and blower unit for motor vehicles , the heat exchanger and blower unit comprising:a blower for propulsion of an air mass flow, the blower having an inlet and an outlet);a coolant-air heat exchanger for heat transfer between a coolant and the air mass flow, the coolant-air heat exchanger having an air inlet and an air outflow, wherein the blower is a radial blower, and wherein the blower and the coolant-air heat exchanger are aligned with respect to each other such that the air mass flow is propelled by the blower into the coolant-air heat exchanger.2. The heat exchanger and blower unit according to claim 1 , wherein the air inlet of the coolant-air heat exchanger includes on a front side a width (X) dimension and a height (Y) dimension as side edges claim 1 , and in one air flow direction (z) claim 1 , the coolant-air heat exchanger includes a depth (Z) dimension claim 1 , wherein an aspect ratio between a first side edge of the front side and the depth (Z) is in a range of 0.2 to 1.0.3. The heat exchanger and blower unit according to claim 1 , wherein the coolant-air heat exchanger includes coolant connections claim 1 , and wherein the coolant and air flow through the coolant-air heat exchanger according to a counter-current principle.4. The heat exchanger and blower unit according to claim 1 , further comprising an enclosure element for an air-side connection of the outlet of the blower with the air inlet of the coolant-air heat exchanger.5. The heat exchanger and blower unit according to claim 4 , ...

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

WORKING MACHINE

Номер: US20220049641A1
Принадлежит: KUBOTA CORPORATION

A working machine includes a machine body, an engine provided on the machine body, a radiator to cool a coolant supplied to the engine, a first fan provided on one directional surface side of the radiator, the first fan being rotatable in either one of a first direction to suck external air to an interior of the machine body and a second direction to generate an air flow for discharging air from the interior of the machine body to an exterior of the machine body, and a second fan provided on the other directional surface side of the radiator and configured to be rotated in the second direction. 1. A working machine comprising:a machine body;an engine provided on the machine body;a radiator to cool a coolant supplied to the engine;a first fan provided on one directional surface side of the radiator, the first fan being rotatable in either one of a first direction to suck external air to an interior of the machine body and a second direction to generate an air flow for discharging air from the interior of the machine body to an exterior of the machine body; anda second fan provided on the other directional surface side of the radiator and configured to be rotated in the second direction.2. The working machine according to claim 1 , further comprising:a controller to control drive of the first and second fans, wherein{'claim-text': ['to stop the second fan when the first fan rotates in the first direction; and', 'to drive the second fan when the first fan rotates in the second direction.'], '#text': 'the controller is configured or programmed:'}3. The working machine according to claim 2 , further comprising:a condenser to condense a refrigerant for an air conditioner provided on the machine body, whereinthe condenser is provided between the radiator and the second fan.4. The working machine according to claim 1 , whereinthe air capacity of the first fan rotating in the first direction is larger than that of the first fan rotating in the second direction,5. The working ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

BELT-TENSIONING DEVICE

Номер: US20200032884A1
Автор: GRÖSS Alexander
Принадлежит: MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH

A belt-tensioning device, in particular for an internal combustion engine, the belt-tensioning device including a bearing housing having a latching recess, a tensioning roller, a pivoting arm and a locking device. The pivoting arm is mounted on the bearing housing, the pivoting arm being under a torsion spring load. The tensioning roller being coupled to the pivoting arm. The locking device having a first latching device and a second latching device. The first latching device and the second latching device being coupled with the pivoting arm. The latching recess interacts with at least one of the first latching device and the second latching device wherein the locking device is configured in such a way that the pivoting arm can be locked by the locking device in different predefined latching positions and the pivoting arm can be pivoted with predefined freedom in an operating position. 2. The belt-tensioning device of claim 1 , wherein the locking device is configured in such a way that for locking the pivoting arm in the various predefined latching positions at least one of the first latching device and the second latching device are latched in the latching recess.3. The belt-tensioning device of claim 1 , further comprising a holder connected to the pivoting arm claim 1 , the first and second latching device are arranged on the holder claim 1 , the first and second latching device being arranged adjacent to one another in the pivoting direction thereof claim 1 , wherein the latching recess also extends in the pivoting direction claim 1 , in particular as an elongate hole.4. The belt-tensioning device of claim 1 , wherein the first latching device includes:a spring-loaded latching pin; anda housing, the first latching device having a first position in which the latching pin can emerge under spring load from the housing on a latching side of the housing, and the first latching device has a second position in which the latching pin cannot emerge on the latching side ...

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11-02-2016 дата публикации

Engine system

Номер: US20160040593A1
Принадлежит: Yanmar Co Ltd

The internal space of a package is divided by a midlevel wall into a top compartment and a bottom compartment. The top compartment is further divided to provide a radiator chamber that accommodates a radiator and a radiator fan. The midlevel wall has a spatial connection port that spatially connects the radiator chamber and the bottom compartment. There is provided a spatial connection port cover that hangs over the spatial connection port, but that is open sideways. The radiator is disposed to face the radiator fan from below. The radiator has one of sides (e.g., a left frame portion) thereof supported by a spatial connection port cover.

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

AUXILIARY POWER UNIT WITH COMBINED COOLING OF GENERATOR

Номер: US20170037776A1
Принадлежит:

An auxiliary power unit for an aircraft, including an internal combustion engine having a liquid coolant system, a generator drivingly engaged to the internal combustion engine and having a liquid coolant system distinct from the liquid coolant system of the internal combustion engine, a first heat exchanger in fluid communication with the liquid coolant system of the internal combustion engine, a second heat exchanger in fluid communication with the liquid coolant system of the generator, an exhaust duct in fluid communication with air passages of the heat exchangers, and a fan received in the exhaust duct and rotatable by the internal combustion engine for driving a cooling air flow through the air passages. The liquid coolant system of the engine may be distinct from fuel and lubricating systems of the auxiliary power unit. A method of cooling a generator and an internal combustion engine is also discussed. 1. An auxiliary power unit for an aircraft , the auxiliary power unit comprising:an internal combustion engine having a liquid coolant system distinct from any fuel and lubricating system of the auxiliary power unit;a generator drivingly engaged to the internal combustion engine, the generator having a liquid coolant system distinct from the liquid coolant system of the internal combustion engine;a first heat exchanger having first coolant passages in fluid communication with the liquid coolant system of the internal combustion engine and first air passages in heat exchange relationship with the first coolant passages;a second heat exchanger having second coolant passages in fluid communication with the liquid coolant system of the generator and second air passages in heat exchange relationship with the second coolant passages;an exhaust duct in fluid communication with the first and second air passages; anda fan received in the exhaust duct and rotatable by the internal combustion engine for driving a cooling air flow through the first and second air passages ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

Cooling system

Номер: US20220055451A1
Принадлежит: Denso Corp

A cooling system includes multiple heat exchangers, a shutter, and a controller. The controller determines whether an amount of air flowing to the other heat exchanger needs to be increased and controls an opening degree of the shutter in a closing direction to reduce an amount of air flowing to a specified heat exchanger and increase an amount of air flowing to another heat exchanger upon determining that the amount of air flowing to the other heat exchanger needs to be increased.

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

MULTI-FAN COOLING SYSTEM

Номер: US20220056832A1
Принадлежит:

Cooling systems of a work vehicle that provide targeted cooling, regenerative cooling and/or a combination therein. A cooling system includes plural fans configured to provide airflow across a radiator and a fan controller in communication with the plural fans. The fan controller is configured to receive operating condition data associated with at least one of the radiator and an engine. The fan controller is configured to determine a total target heat rejection value based on the operating condition data; determine a plurality of target fan operation values for the plural fans, based on the total target heat rejection value and the operating condition data; and control operation of the plural fans at plural independent fan speeds based on the plural fan operation values. 1. A work vehicle cooling system comprising:a plurality of fans configured to provide airflow across a radiator; determine a total target heat rejection value for the plurality of fans based on the operating condition data,', 'determine a plurality of target fan operation values for the plurality of fans, based on the total target heat rejection value and the operating condition data; and', 'control operation of the plurality of fans at a plurality of independent fan speeds based on the plurality of target fan operation values., 'a fan controller in communication with the plurality of fans, the fan controller configured to receive operating condition data associated with at least one of the radiator and an engine, the fan controller configured to2. The cooling system of claim 1 , the system further comprising at least one temperature sensor configured to determine temperature data of a cooling fluid that at least one of enters and exits the radiator claim 1 , the operating condition data including the temperature data.3. The cooling system of claim 2 , wherein the operating condition data further includes an ambient temperature.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the fan controller is further ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

JET FAN AND VEHICLE COMPRISING SUCH A FAN

Номер: US20220056917A1
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A fan is described with a first conveying element, fluidly connectable with a source of a primary air flow and defining a first passage for the primary air flow; a first mouth receiving a first aliquot of the primary air flow from the first passage; a first Coanda surface onto which the first mouth directs the first aliquot; and a first opening fluidly connected with the first mouth and crossable by the first aliquot coming of the first mouth and a secondary air flow; the fan comprises a second conveying element, fluidly connected with the first conveying element and defining internally a second passage for a second aliquot of the primary air flow, and comprises: a second mouth receiving the second aliquot from the second passage and a second Coanda surface onto which the second mouth directs the second aliquot. 11010101010101010a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h. A fan () comprising:{'b': ['11', '120', '121', '122', '123', '203', '205', '405', '410', '412', '1', '12', '1'], '#text': 'a first annular conveying element (), fluidly connectable with a source (, , , , , , , ) of a primary air flow (F) and defining therein a first passage () for said primary air flow (F);'}{'b': ['19', '1', '12'], '#text': 'a first mouth () receiving, in use, a first aliquot of said primary air flow (F) from said first passage ();'}{'b': ['20', '19', '1'], '#text': 'a first Coanda surface () on which said first mouth () directs, in use, said first aliquot of said primary air flow (F);'}{'b': ['14', '19', '1', '19', '2', '1'], '#text': 'a first opening () fluidly connected with said first mouth () and crossable, in use, by said first aliquot of said primary air flow (F) coming out of said first mouth () and by a secondary air flow (F) drawn by said primary air flow (F); and'}{'b': ['30', '11', '32', '1'], '#text': 'at least one second annular conveying element (), fluidly connected with said first conveying element () and defining therein a second passage () for a second aliquot of said primary air flow (F ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

Control method of cooling system for vehicle

Номер: US20200040800A1
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co, Kia Motors Corp

A method for controlling a cooling system for a vehicle is provided. The system includes an engine, an EGR cooler, an oil cooler, a heater, a radiator, and a controller. The engine, the EGR cooler, the oil cooler, the heater, and the radiator are respectively connected through a coolant line and coolant circulates through the engine, the EGR cooler, the oil cooler, the heater, and the radiator by operation of a water pump. The controller receives the coolant from the engine and operates a control valve connected with the oil cooler, the heater, and the radiator. The method includes sensing driving conditions and operating the control valve when a warm mode is required to rapidly warm up the engine based on the sensed driving conditions. The control valve is operated based on modes that are controlled depending on a coolant temperature, and among modes, one is iteratively performed.

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle thermal system for reduced fuel consumption

Номер: US20190041968A1
Принадлежит: FCA US LLC

A method of minimizing overall power consumption of a vehicle cooling system includes performing a hardware selection phase, performing an actuator position selection phase, and configuring operation of selected hardware components of the vehicle cooling system at a selected actuator position combination when the vehicle is operating in a predefined driving condition.

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15-02-2018 дата публикации

System and method for cooling fan control

Номер: US20180043751A1
Принадлежит: Engineered Machined Products Inc

A plurality of fans is connectable to a heat exchanger arrangement having a plurality of separated cooling loops. At least one of the fans is operable to move air through at least two of the cooling loops, and at least one other fan is operable to move air through at least one of the cooling loops. A control system includes at least one controller and is operable to control each of the at least one fan using a respective control strategy correlating temperature values with fan outputs, and to control each of the at least one other fan using a respective control strategy that is different from each control strategy used to control the at least one fan.

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

Engine

Номер: US20170045015A1
Принадлежит: Yamaha Motor Powered Products Co Ltd

An engine includes a crankcase with cylinders and fins on outer circumferences of the cylinders. A crank shaft penetrates the crankcase. A cooling fan is provided on an outer side of the crankcase and arranged coaxially with the crank shaft. A first cover covers an outer side of the cylinders and the crankcase, and the cooling fan. A second cover capable of being detached from/attached to the first cover. The first cover includes a first opening facing the cooling fan, and second openings facing the fins. The second cover includes an air inlet facing the first opening, and attached to the first cover to cover the first opening and the second openings.

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03-03-2022 дата публикации

Fan Module including Coaxial Counter Rotating Fans

Номер: US20220065259A1
Автор: F. Raymond Cote
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH, ROBERT BOSCH LLC

A fan module for a vehicle engine cooling system includes a pair of co-axial, counter-rotating, axial flow fans. Each fan is supported on and driven by a dedicated downstream motor, and each motor is supported by a dedicated shroud. The shroud that supports the first motor includes a barrel, a motor carrier that is surrounded by the barrel, and vanes that extend between the barrel and the motor carrier. For each vane, a line that extends between the vane nose and the vane tail is angled relative to the fan rotational axis, and the angle is selected to minimize air flow losses through the shroud.

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

WORK VEHICLE

Номер: US20190047402A1
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A work vehicle includes an engine, a cooling device, a cooling fan unit, and a regulating member. The cooling device includes a radiator core. The cooling device is disposed facing the engine. The cooling fan unit includes a cooling fan and is disposed between the engine and the cooling device. The regulating member is disposed above the cooling fan unit and regulates the movement of the cooling fan unit in the horizontal direction. 1. A work vehicle comprising:an engine;a cooling device including a radiator core, the cooling device being disposed facing the engine;a cooling fan unit including a cooling fan, the cooling fan unit being disposed between the engine and the cooling device; anda regulating member disposed above the cooling fan unit, the regulating member regulating movement of the cooling fan unit in a horizontal direction.2. The work vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinthe cooling device further includes a frame member supporting the radiator core, andthe regulating member is attached to the frame member.3. The work vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinthe regulating member regulates the movement of the cooling fan unit in a direction approaching the radiator core when the cooling fan unit is lifted upward.4. The work vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein a left pillar portion positioned to the left of the cooling fan when viewed from the engine toward the cooling device and', 'a right pillar portion positioned to the right of the cooling fan, and, 'the frame member includes'} a first left regulating portion attached to the left pillar portion and', 'a first right regulating portion attached to the right pillar portion., 'the regulating member includes'}5. The work vehicle according to claim 4 , further comprisingan attachment member,the cooling fan unit further including a fan bracket supporting the cooling fan, andthe attachment member attaching the fan bracket to the left pillar portion and the right pillar portion.6. The work vehicle according ...

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25-02-2021 дата публикации

COOLING SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20210053422A1
Автор: Jeong Seong Bin
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A cooling system for a vehicle is provided. The cooling system includes a condenser having a first inlet header, a first outlet header, and a plurality of first tubes connecting between the first inlet header and the first outlet header. Additionally, a radiator of the system includes a second inlet header, a second outlet header, and a plurality of second tubes connecting between the second inlet header and the second outlet header. A fan assembly is disposed in front of or behind the condenser and the radiator and includes at least one cooling fan. The condenser and the radiator are arranged side by side on the front of the vehicle. 1. A cooling system for a vehicle , comprising:a condenser having a first inlet header, a first outlet header, and a plurality of first tubes connecting between the first inlet header and the first outlet header;a radiator having a second inlet header, a second outlet header, and a plurality of second tubes connecting between the second inlet header and the second outlet header; anda fan assembly disposed in front of or behind the condenser and the radiator, and having at least one cooling fan,wherein the condenser and the radiator are arranged side by side on the front of the vehicle.2. The cooling system according to claim 1 , wherein an edge of the condenser is disposed adjacent to an edge of the radiator.3. The cooling system according to claim 1 , further comprising:an auxiliary chamber disposed within the second outlet header,wherein the auxiliary chamber fluidly communicates with the first outlet header.4. The cooling system according to claim 1 , wherein the condenser and the radiator are arranged side by side along a width direction of the vehicle.5. The cooling system according to claim 4 , wherein the first inlet header is disposed above the first outlet header.6. The cooling system according to claim 4 , wherein the second inlet header is disposed above the second outlet header.7. The cooling system according to claim 1 , ...

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13-02-2020 дата публикации

Cooling package for a machine

Номер: US20200047584A1
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc

A mounting assembly to mount a cooling fan assembly within a cooling package of a machine, is provided. The cooling package includes an inlet header, an outlet header, and a cooling core having a side extending between the inlet header and the outlet header. The mounting assembly includes a mounting plate coupled to the side of the cooling core. The mounting assembly further includes a mounting bracket coupled to the mounting plate and includes a mounting member for releasably coupling the cooling fan assembly within the cooling package.

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10-03-2022 дата публикации

CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A FAN

Номер: US20220074338A1
Принадлежит:

A system that may include an engine, and a fan configured to vary a measured engine temperature of the engine during operation. A vehicle controller may also be provided having one or more processors that may be configured to determine an ice risk characteristic of the engine, operate the fan to cool the engine based on the ice risk characteristic, and operate the fan to rotate in reverse based on the ice risk characteristic. 1. A system comprising:{'claim-text': ['operate a fan in forward to cool an engine in response to a measured engine temperature being greater than a determined first engine threshold temperature; and', 'determine an ice risk characteristic of the engine;', 'operate the fan to rotate in reverse based at least in part on the ice risk characteristic.'], '#text': 'a controller having one or more processors configured to:'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to determine the measured engine temperature and to:initiate rotation of the fan in reverse when the measured engine temperature is below the determined first engine threshold temperature,cease operation of the fan when the measured engine temperature is at or above the determined first engine threshold temperature but is below a determined second engine threshold temperature, androtate the fan in forward when the measured engine temperature is at or above determined second engine threshold temperature.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to receive signals from temperature sensors coupled to a vehicle housing the engine claim 1 , sensors coupled to a fluid system coupled to the engine4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to determine the ice risk characteristic based at least in part on i.) a trip plan inputted into the controller claim 1 , ii.) information communicated to the controller from offboard a vehicle claim 1 , or both i.) and ii.).5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to operate ...

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03-03-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE COOLING SYSTEM CONTROL

Номер: US20160061092A1
Принадлежит:

Methods, assemblies and systems for controlling the flow of coolant in a vehicle engine cooling system. An operating system, such as a dual mode mechanism, attached to a housing operates electronically to rotate the impeller at a desired speed and circulate the coolant. A friction clutch can be available to rotate the impeller at input speed if needed. A coolant control valve positioned in the housing and operated by an activation motor which controls the degree of rotation of the valve, regulates and controls the amount of coolant which is allowed to flow through the cooling system. Electronic control modules/units are used to control the impeller and control valve, together with control logic. 1. A temperature control system for a vehicle cooling system comprising:a housing, said housing having an inlet and an outlet for ingress and egress of coolant;an impeller positioned in the housing for circulating the coolant in the vehicle cooling system;a coolant control valve positioned in the housing for controlling the speed and volume of coolant flowing through said housing from said inlet and said outlet;an activation device attached to said housing for rotating said coolant control valve;a dual mode device attached to said housing for rotating said impeller;said dual mode device comprising an electric motor and a friction clutch, both positioned to separately and selectively rotate said impeller.2. The temperature control system as described in wherein said impeller has a first shaft member and said coolant control valve has a second shaft member claim 1 , and wherein the first and second shafts are positioned from 0-90° relative to each other.3. The temperature control system as described in wherein said impeller has a first shaft member and said coolant control valve has a second shaft member claim 1 , and wherein the first and second shafts are positioned side-by-side and parallel to each other.4. The temperature control system as described in wherein said ...

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04-03-2021 дата публикации

Rail Vehicle Having an Improved Cooling System and Method for Its Internal Combustion Engine

Номер: US20210061317A1
Автор: DIEDRICHS Ben
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A cooling system for a rail vehicle having an internal combustion engine as a generator of electricity is operative to exchange heat between a cooling fluid circulating in a cooling circuit connected to the internal combustion engine and air located in an underfloor space of the rail vehicle. A heat exchanger and a fan, located in the underfloor space, are fluidly connected to an exhaust in a side skirt depending from a floor of the rail vehicle. The fan is operative to force air from the underfloor space through the heat exchanger and through the exhaust to an ambient space located on an external side of the side skirt. 1. A rail vehicle comprising:a body having a floor and side walls projecting upwardly from said floor;a first side skirt and a second side skirt projecting downwardly below said floor and along a portion of a respective one of said side walls, said first side skirt having an exhaust;two bogies having wheels and operative to support a different end of said body, said floor, said first and second side skirts and said bogies defining an underfloor space therein between;an internal combustion engine for generating power to be supplied to an electric motor; a heat exchanger located under said floor and within said underfloor space, said heat exchanger being fluidly connected to said underfloor space on a first side of said heat exchanger and to said exhaust on a second side of said heat exchanger;', 'a fan adjacent said heat exchanger and fluidly connected to said exhaust,, 'a cooling system operative to exchange heat between a cooling fluid circulating in a cooling circuit connected to said internal combustion engine and air located in said underfloor space, said cooling system havingwherein said fan is operative to sequentially force air from said underfloor space through said first side of said heat exchanger, through said second side of said heat exchanger and through said exhaust to an ambient space located on an external side of said first side ...

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01-03-2018 дата публикации

Power Booster for Engine Fans

Номер: US20180058303A1
Автор: Park Sang Bae
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A temperature control system for an engine of a vehicle including a fan configured to generate airflow for cooling the engine. A fan motor is configured to rotate the fan at a first speed and a second speed that is greater than the first speed. A booster is in cooperation with the fan motor and is operable to increase power to the fan motor to increase rotation of the fan from the first speed to the second speed to increase airflow to the engine 1. A temperature control system for an engine of a vehicle , comprising:a fan configured to generate airflow for cooling the engine;a fan motor configured to rotate the fan at a first speed and a second speed that is greater than the first speed; anda booster in cooperation with the fan motor and operable to increase power to the fan motor to increase rotation of the fan from the first speed to the second speed to increase airflow to the engine.2. The temperature control system of claim 1 , further comprising an engine control unit configured to activate the booster to increase rotation of the fan from the first speed to the second speed when the engine requires additional cooling air claim 1 , and deactivate the booster to decrease rotation of the fan from the second speed to the first speed when the engine does not require additional cooling air.3. The temperature control system of claim 2 , further comprising a plurality of sensors configured to collect a set of data from the vehicle and send the set of data to the engine control unit.4. The temperature control system of claim 3 , wherein the engine control unit is configured to activate and deactivate the booster based upon the set of data.5. The temperature control system of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of sensors comprises a coolant temperature sensor claim 3 , a transmission fluid temperature sensor claim 3 , an engine oil temperature sensor claim 3 , and an A/C head pressure sensor.6. The temperature control system of claim 1 , wherein the fan is an axial fan and ...

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02-03-2017 дата публикации

BYPASS APPARATUS FOR REDUCING A RECIRCULATION OF HEATED AIR INTO A COOLING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170058757A1
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A device for cooling a drive apparatus, of a motor vehicle, including a cooling apparatus through which air can flow in a throughflow direction, a redirection apparatus and a ventilator apparatus. The device includes a bypass apparatus located such that air heated by the cooling apparatus or the drive apparatus which is flowing in the direction of the cooling apparatus is at least partially induced into the bypass apparatus and prevented from reaching the cooling apparatus. 1. A device for cooling a drive apparatus of a motor vehicle , comprising:a cooling apparatus through which air can flow in a throughflow direction;a redirection apparatus operatively associated with the cooling apparatus;a ventilator apparatus generating a vacuum and inducing air flow through the cooling apparatus and the redirection apparatus in the througflow direction, anda bypass apparatus, in fluid communication with the ventilator apparatus and located such that air heated by the cooling apparatus or the drive apparatus which is flowing in the direction of the cooling apparatus is at least partially induced into the bypass apparatus and prevented from reaching the cooling apparatus.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the bypass apparatus is formed to guide the air heated by the cooling apparatus or the drive apparatus to the ventilator apparatus.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the bypass apparatus is in fluid communication with the redirection apparatus.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the bypass apparatus is formed by the redirection apparatus.5. The device according to wherein the bypass apparatus is formed externally along at least a portion of the redirection apparatus.6. The device according to wherein the bypass apparatus includes an inlet opening for receiving air heated by the cooling apparatus or the drive apparatus.7. The device according to claim 6 , wherein the redirection apparatus projects beyond the outer circumference of the cooling ...

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02-03-2017 дата публикации

COOLING SYSTEM FOR AIR-COOLED ENGINE

Номер: US20170058825A1
Принадлежит: Briggs & Stratton Corporation

An air-cooled internal combustion engine including a crankshaft, a cylinder, a blower assembly including a blower housing and a fan, and a static cover. The static cover includes a main body that is aligned with the crankshaft, an arm that extends from the main body and is aligned with the cylinder, and a plurality of air intake openings. A first subset of the air intake openings is formed through the main body and a second subset of the air intake openings is formed through the arm, and the static cover is configured to prevent user access to a moving component of the engine. The fan is configured to move air into the blower housing through the air intake openings. 1. An air-cooled internal combustion engine , comprising:a crankshaft;a cylinder;a blower assembly including a blower housing and a fan; anda static cover including a main body aligned with the crankshaft, an arm extending from the main body and aligned with the cylinder, and a plurality of air intake openings, wherein a first subset of the air intake openings is formed through the main body and a second subset of the air intake openings is formed through the arm, and wherein the static cover is configured to prevent user access to a moving component of the engine;wherein the fan is configured to move air into the blower housing through the air intake openings.2. The air-cooled internal combustion engine of claim 1 , wherein the first subset of the air intake openings is located above the crankshaft and the second subset of the air intake openings is located above the cylinder.3. The air-cooled internal combustion engine of claim 1 , wherein the main body includes a top surface and a side surface extending from the top surface; andwherein the first subset of air intake openings is formed through the top surface and the side surface.4. The air-cooled internal combustion engine of claim 3 , wherein the arm includes an arm top surface and the second subset of air intake openings is formed through the arm ...

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04-03-2021 дата публикации

FAN HOUSING FOR A VEHICLE SYSTEM

Номер: US20210062707A1
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A fan housing for a vehicle system includes a housing frame extending in a peripheral direction and penetrated by a connection opening for suctioning external air or external particles. A suctioned airflow or particle flow flows through the housing frame as a suction flow and in a direction of flow. Starting from the connection opening, a connection pipe extends in a direction outside the housing frame and a partition extends in a direction inside the housing frame. 1. A fan housing for a vehicle system , comprising:a housing frame extending in a peripheral direction and penetrated by a connection opening for suctioning external air or external particles; anda particle flow configured to flow through the housing frame in a direction of flow;wherein, starting from the connection opening, a connection pipe extends in a direction outside the housing frame and a partition extends in a direction inside the housing frame;wherein, an airflow through the connection pipe forms a suction flow.2. The fan housing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , relative to the direction of flow claim 1 , the partition is arranged downstream therefrom.3. The fan housing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the partition is arranged approximately parallel to a frame plane of the housing frame spanned by the peripheral direction.4. The fan housing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , relative to the direction of flow claim 1 , starting from the connection opening the connection pipe extends in an inclined manner opposite to the direction of flow.5. The fan housing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , starting from the connection opening claim 1 , the connection pipe extends in an inclined manner in the peripheral direction of the housing frame.6. The fan housing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the connection pipe extends in an angular direction relative to a vertical direction.7. The fan housing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the use thereof is as a suction stage on an axial or ...

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17-03-2022 дата публикации

System and method for engine cooling system

Номер: US20220082047A1
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

Methods and systems are provided for adjusting operation of each of a pump and a fan of an engine cooling system. In one example, a method may include adjusting a speed of the pump and a speed of the fan based on one or more of a temperature of coolant entering a heat exchanger of the cooling system, a temperature of air exiting the heat exchanger, and a temperature of air entering the heat exchanger.

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28-02-2019 дата публикации

Straddle Vehicle and Radiator Air-Guide Device

Номер: US20190063301A1
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A straddle vehicle is capable of discharging high-temperature outdoor air having passed through a radiator with high efficiency. A motorcycle includes a radiator, a fan, and a fan shroud. The radiator lowers the temperature of a coolant by heat exchange between outdoor air and the coolant. The fan suctions outdoor air, to make the outdoor air hit the radiator arranged upstream in an outdoor air flow direction. The fan shroud covers at least part of the fan, and discharges high-temperature outdoor air, which is outdoor air suctioned by the fan and having passed through the radiator, to outside. The fan shroud has a discharge opening and an air guide. The discharge opening allows the high-temperature outdoor air to be discharged outside. The air guide guides the high-temperature outdoor air such that it is discharged through the discharge opening in a direction including a laterally outward component. 1. A straddle vehicle , comprising:a radiator lowering a temperature of a coolant by heat exchange between outdoor air and the coolant;a fan suctioning the outdoor air to make the outdoor air hit the radiator arranged upstream in an outdoor air flow direction; anda fan shroud covering at least part of the fan, the fan shroud discharging high-temperature outdoor air to outside, the high-temperature outdoor air being the outdoor air suctioned by the fan and having passed through the radiator,wherein the fan shroud includes a discharge opening discharging the high-temperature outdoor air to outside, and an air guide guiding the high-temperature outdoor air such that the high-temperature outdoor air is discharged through the discharge opening in a direction including a laterally outward component,wherein the fan suctions outdoor air by rotating a blade, and wherein the air guide includes tangential air guides each extending from a predetermined point on a circle centered at a rotation center of the fan, in a tangential direction and in a rotation direction of the fan when ...

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28-02-2019 дата публикации

Engine cooling fans with uneven blade spacing

Номер: US20190063464A1
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

Methods and systems are provided for a fan. In one example, a fan may include a plurality of blades separated by spacings. The spacing is one of a small blade spacing, a medium blade spacing, and a large blade spacing. The size as well as the arrangement of the small, medium, and the large blade spacings are determined by minimizing an imbalance force and pressure generated by the fan at a plurality of frequencies.

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08-03-2018 дата публикации

Cooling Structure of Operating Machine and Operating Machine

Номер: US20180065472A1
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A cooling structure of an operating machine, such as a wheel loader, which structure cools an engine of the operating machine includes: a cover (such as a rear cover) forming a part of an outer surface of a vehicle body of the operating machine and including a large number of ventilation opening portions; a radiator provided at the vehicle body so as to be opposed to the cover; and a cooling fan arranged between the cover and the radiator and close to the cover with an interval corresponding to a size of the ventilation opening portion and provided so as not to be turnable relative to the vehicle body. 1. A cooling structure of an operating machine , the cooling structure cooling an engine of the operating machine ,the cooling structure comprising:a cover forming a part of an outer surface of a vehicle body of the operating machine and including a large number of ventilation opening portions;a radiator provided at the vehicle body so as to be opposed to the cover; anda cooling fan arranged between the cover and the radiator and close to the cover with an interval corresponding to a size of the ventilation opening portion and provided so as not to be turnable relative to the vehicle body.2. The cooling structure according to claim 1 , wherein a part of the cover or the entire cover is turnably coupled to the vehicle body such that the cover is openable and closable claim 1 ,the cooling structure further comprising a lock configured to fix the cover to the vehicle body; and', 'a key configured to lock and unlock the lock., 'a lock device including3. The cooling structure according to claim 2 , wherein the key is an ignition key configured to start the engine.4. The cooling structure according to claim 3 , wherein the lock device includes a pull-out/insertion lock device configured not to allow the key to be pulled out from a key hole of the lock when the cover is open.5. The cooling structure according to claim 1 , wherein the cover includes an air straightening ...

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08-03-2018 дата публикации

Shroud in a heat exchange assembly in a vehicle

Номер: US20180066569A1
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

A shroud in a heat exchange assembly of a vehicle comprises a housing connected with a radiator of the heat exchange assembly and spaced apart with the radiator; a ventilation aperture disposed on the housing and spaced apart from a fan receiving opening; and a flow guide structure having sidewalls and connected to the housing. The flow guide structure is configured to guide air flow from the ventilation aperture away from a clearance between the housing and the radiator.

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09-03-2017 дата публикации

EMERGENCY BRAKING FORCE GENERATION SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20170066446A1
Автор: Byun Hyung Suk
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An emergency braking force generation system includes: an engine for performing combustion using air and fuel injected from an injector and generating torque; a cooling fan which is rotated by the torque of the engine and supplies air into one side of the engine; a cooling fan clutch that selectively transmits the torque of the engine into the cooling fan; a transmission that varies a gear ratio by receiving the torque of the engine and rotates a driving wheel; and a control portion that controls the cooling fan clutch such that the cooling fan is integrally rotated with the engine when an emergency braking signal is generated so as to increase a load of rotation of the engine through the cooling fan. 1. An emergency braking force generation system , comprising:an engine for performing combustion using air and fuel injected from an injector and generating torque;a cooling fan which is rotated by the torque of the engine and configured to supply air into one side of the engine;a cooling fan clutch configured to selectively transmit the torque of the engine into the cooling fan;a transmission configured to vary a gear ratio by receiving the torque of the engine and rotate a driving wheel; anda control portion configured to control the cooling fan clutch such that the cooling fan is integrally rotated with the engine when an emergency braking signal is generated so as to increase a load of rotation of the engine through the cooling fan.2. The emergency braking force generation system of claim 1 , wherein when the emergency braking signal is generated claim 1 , the control portion turns off the injector in order to stop injecting the fuel.3. The emergency braking force generation system of claim 2 , wherein when the emergency braking signal is generated claim 2 , the control portion controls the transmission to be shifted to a first gear or a second gear.4. The emergency braking force generation system of claim 1 , wherein the control portion generates the emergency ...

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12-03-2015 дата публикации

Impeller For Motor Vehicle Fan, Including Segmented Hub Stiffeners

Номер: US20150071787A1
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A blower wheel for setting a flow of air in circulation has vanes () that extend from a vane root attached to a hub () of the blower wheel. The hub () has a bottom wall () through which a through-orifice () for a drive shaft of the blower wheel passes, and a side wall (). The hub () also has at least one rib () located between the orifice () and the side wall (). The rib () is formed by one or more segments (). The segment, or one of the segments (), has at least one free edge () extending from the bottom wall () and facing toward the side wall (). 1. A blower wheel for setting a flow of air in circulation comprises vanes that extend from a vane root attached to a hub of said blower wheel , said hub having a bottom wall through which a through-orifice for a drive shaft of said blower wheel passes , and a side wall , said hub also having at least one rib located between said orifice and said side wall , wherein said rib is formed by one or more segments , with said segment or one of said segments having at least one free edge extending from said bottom wall and facing toward said side wall.2. The blower wheel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said through-orifice is located in a boss for guiding the drive shaft claim 1 , and said segment or one of said segments that has at least one free edge extending from said bottom wall and facing toward said side wall extends from said boss.3. The blower wheel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein another of said segments of said rib extends from said side wall claim 1 , said other of said segments having at least one free edge extending from said bottom wall and facing toward said through-orifice.4. The blower wheel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said segments of a single rib extend axially from said bottom wall.5. The blower wheel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said segments of a single rib extend radially.6. The blower wheel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein all or some of said segments of a single rib are aligned.7. The blower wheel ...

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11-03-2021 дата публикации

HEAT EXCHANGER ARRANGEMENT, SCREEN, AND METHOD FOR PROTECTING A HEAT EXCHANGER ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20210071564A1
Принадлежит: VOLVO TRUCK CORPORATION

A heat exchanger arrangement includes a heat exchanger having a front, a rear, and a side between the front and the rear, a fan arranged to direct an airflow from the front to the rear of the heat exchanger, and a screen disposed over at least the front and side of the heat exchanger and attached to a structure at or behind the rear of the heat exchanger. 1. A heat exchanger arrangement , comprising:a heat exchanger having a front, a rear, and a side between the front and the rear;a fan arranged to direct an airflow from the front to the rear of the heat exchanger;a screen disposed over at least die, front and side of the heat exchanger and attached to a structure at or behind the rear of the heat exchanger, wherein the screen comprises at least One hole therein, the hole being substantially larger than openings of a mesh of the screen, wherein the screen comprises at least one slit therein, the slit extending from a peripheral edge of the screen to the at least one hole, andslit fastening means for fastening edges of the slit to each other.2. The heat exchanger arrangement as set forth in claim 1 , further comprising a fan shroud attached around the fan and attached to the heat exchanger claim 1 , wherein the fan shroud is attached to the rear of the heat exchanger.3. The heat exchanger arrangement as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the screen is claim 2 , disposed over at least part of the rear of the heat exchanger.4. The heat exchanger arrangement as set forth in claim 1 , comprising fastening means for removably attaching the screen to the structure.57-. (canceled)8. The heat exchanger arrangement as set forth in claim 1 , comprising a component attached to the heat exchanger arrangement claim 1 , the component extending through the at least one hole.9. The heat exchanger arrangement as set forth in claim 8 , comprising component fastening means for fastening edges of the at least one hole to the component.10. A heat exchanger arrangement claim 8 , comprising:a ...

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10-03-2016 дата публикации

Low-carbon economical electromagnetic fan cluth

Номер: US20160072374A1
Автор: Wang Zhaoyu, Xing Ziyi
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A low-carbon economical electromagnetic fan clutch includes a spindle and a fan fixing disc, wherein the low-carbon economical electromagnetic fan clutch further includes an eddy current disc. The fan fixing disc and the eddy current disc are sequentially arranged at a left end of the spindle along an axial direction from left to right; one or multiple groups of permanent magnets are arranged on the fan fixing disc around the spindle, and a conductive non-magnetic-conductive material is fixed at a corresponding position of the eddy current disc; the fan fixing disc is rotationally connected with the spindle through a first bearing, and the eddy current disc is rotationally connected with the spindle through a second bearing. In the low-carbon economical electromagnetic fan clutch, an electromagnetic eddy current high heat accumulation area is effectively separated from the fan fixing disc rotating at a high speed. 110-. (canceled)1113213211631213122114. A low-carbon economical electromagnetic fan clutch , comprising a spindle () and a fan fixing disc () , wherein the low-carbon economical electromagnetic fan clutch further comprises an eddy current disc () , wherein: the fan fixing disc () and the eddy current disc () are sequentially arranged at a left end of the spindle () along an axial direction from left to right; one group or multiple groups of first permanent magnets () are arranged on the fan fixing disc () around the spindle () , and a first conductive non-magnetic-conductive material is fixed at a corresponding position of the eddy current disc (); the fan fixing disc () is rotationally connected with the spindle () through a first bearing () , and the eddy current disc () is rotationally connected with the spindle () through a second bearing ().1221212121212121242521212621162131abcacbaccb. The low-carbon economical electromagnetic fan clutch claim 11 , as recited in claim 11 , wherein a disc body of the eddy current disc () is annular and has three ...

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05-06-2014 дата публикации

Air guiding device for a blower housing

Номер: US20140150914A1
Автор: Brian Havel, Paul McLennan

Air guide for a fan cowling of a motor vehicle, the fan cowling being arranged downstream of a heat exchanger in a direction of airflow. The air guide includes an air guide body having a plurality of surfaces and an air passage opening arranged between adjacent surfaces of the air guide body, a guide surface which corresponds to the opening and configured to act on airflow through the air passage opening; and an end region which extends from the guide surface and which is spaced from and extends in a plane which is substantially parallel to a plane of the surface of the air guide body. The guide surface begins at a first edge of the air passage opening and the end region ends at the opposite edge of the opening, and the end region does not overlap with an adjacent surface that continues at the opposite edge of the air passage opening.

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07-03-2019 дата публикации

FAN WHEEL AND RADIATOR FAN MODULE WITH THE FAN WHEEL

Номер: US20190072105A1
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A fan wheel has a hub cup and a plurality of blades extending radially outward from an outer wall of the hub cup, which is in particular at least substantially cylindrical. Each blade has a leading edge and a trailing edge, wherein for at least one blade, the progression of a relative position of the blade's leading edge and/or the progression of a relative position of the blade's trailing edge has an aperiodically wave-like shape. There is also described a radiator fan module with a fan wheel of the type described above, and a motor vehicle with such a radiator fan module. 2. The fan wheel according to claim 1 , wherein:said hub cup is at least substantially cylindrical and rotationally symmetrical around an axis of rotation of the fan wheel; and{'sub': 'i', 'Ris the outer radius of said hub cup and an inner radius of said at least one blade.'}3. The fan wheel according to claim 1 , wherein{'sub': rel', '_', 'VK, 'the relative position of said leading edge POS(t) is referenced to a third point that is a forward-most point in the direction of rotation of the fan wheel at a transition from said hub cup to said blade; and/or'}{'sub': rel', '_', 'HK, 'the relative position of said trailing edge POS(t) is referenced to a fourth point, which is a rearward-most point in the direction of rotation of the fan wheel at the transition from the hub cup to said blade.'}4. The fan wheel according to claim 1 , wherein said blade claim 1 , viewed in the direction of rotation claim 1 , is a backward-swept blade.5. The fan wheel according to claim 1 , further comprising a substantially circular outer ring disposed to link respective tips of said plurality of blades together.6. The fan wheel according to claim 1 , wherein:{'sub': rel', '_', 'HK, 'the progression of the relative position of said trailing edge POS(t) has a maximum in a range of 80% to 100% of the relative unit radius t(r) of said blade; and/or'}{'sub': rel', '_', 'VK, 'the progression of the relative position of said ...

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24-03-2022 дата публикации

ENGINE INTAKE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20220090568A1
Автор: Toriizuka Ren
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An intake structure of the present invention is applied to a multi-cylinder engine including an electrically controlled throttle integrally including a throttle valve configured to adjust an amount of air to be supplied to the engine and an electronic control unit configured to control the throttle valve. The engine intake structure includes: an air cleaner configured to purify the air; and an intake manifold configured to distribute the air purified by the air cleaner to an intake port of each cylinder of the multi-cylinder engine. The electrically controlled throttle is attached to the intake manifold such that the electronic control unit is separated outward in a radial direction of an engine rotation shaft. 1. An engine intake structure comprising:{'claim-text': ['a throttle body having an intake passage formed therein;', 'a throttle valve configured to adjust an amount of air to be supplied to a multi-cylinder engine, the throttle valve being disposed inside the throttle body; and', 'an electronic control unit configured to control the throttle valve, the electronic control unit being attached to an outer surface of the throttle body;', 'the throttle valve and the electronic control unit being integrated with the throttle body;'], '#text': 'an electrically controlled throttle including;'}an air cleaner configured to purify the air; andan intake manifold configured to distribute the air purified by the air cleaner to an intake port of each cylinder of the multi-cylinder engine, whereinthe electrically controlled throttle is attached to the intake manifold such that the electronic control unit is positioned away from the intake manifold in a radial direction of an engine rotation shaft; andthe electrically controlled throttle is arranged such that a part of the electrically controlled throttle that protrudes radially outward of the engine rotation shaft is disposed in an area opposite from the engine rotation shaft with respect of a throttle body of the ...

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05-03-2020 дата публикации

FAN SHROUD OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20200070645A1

This disclosure relates to a fan shroud of a motor vehicle, having a shroud body which comprises a round airflow opening for a fan impeller. The fan shroud additionally includes a motor mount which is arranged above the airflow opening and is attached by means of a strut to a fastening dome. The fastening dome is attached to the shroud body and is oriented perpendicularly to said shroud body. The radially outer end of the fastening dome, with reference to the airflow opening, is at a varying distance from the mid-point of the airflow opening. This disclosure additionally relates to a cooler fan of a motor vehicle. 1. A fan shroud of a motor vehicle comprising:a shroud body defining a round airflow opening for a fan impeller and including a motor mount arranged above the airflow opening and attached by a strut to a fastening dome, wherein the fastening dome is attached to the shroud body and is oriented at least in part perpendicularly to said shroud body, and wherein a radially outer end of the fastening dome is at a varying distance from a mid-point of the airflow opening.2. The fan shroud of claim 1 , wherein the radially inner end of the fastening dome is at a constant distance from the mid-point of the airflow opening.3. The fan shroud of claim 1 , wherein the fastening dome comprises a thickening which is offset in an opposite direction to a direction of rotation of the fan impeller.4. The fan shroud of claim 1 , wherein the fastening dome includes an end that is tangential with reference to the airflow opening and is offset in the opposite direction to the direction of rotation of the fan impeller claim 1 , wherein the end of the fastening dome is rounded.5. The fan shroud of claim 1 , wherein the fastening dome includes a cross-section that is parallel to the shroud body and is droplet-shaped.6. The fan shroud of claims 1 , wherein the fastening dome is hollow.7. The fan shroud of further comprising an edge surrounding the airflow opening circumferentially ...

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16-03-2017 дата публикации

Motorcycle Engine Cooler

Номер: US20170074151A1
Автор: Bartolotta Franco
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A device and method for cooling an air cooled motorcycle engine. A fan and a cover acting as a duct directs engine heat forward away from a rider when the motorcycle engine is hot and the motorcycle is stopped. When the motorcycle is in motion the fan is switched off and the passing air takes a reversed path and flows rearward over the engine fins cooling the engine. 1. A motorcycle engine cooler comprised of a bracket , a fan , a switch , a screen and a cover;the bracket is affixed to a side of an air cooled motorcycle engine over a cooling fin;the fan is affixed to the bracket oriented such that when the fan is operated air is drawn past the cooling fin away from the motorcycle engine;the screen is affixed to the bracket and covers the cooling fan without substantially restricting an airflow;the cover is affixed to the bracket and covers the screen and the fan;the cover has a port that is oriented towards a front side of the motorcycle;when the motorcycle is in a forward motion a passing air enters the port and the cover directs the passing air over the cooling fin;the switch is operatively connected to the fan and an electrical system integral to the motorcycle;when the motorcycle is stopped and a the switch is operated to turn on the fan causing an ambient air to be drawn over the fin and expelled through the port towards the front side of the motorcycle.2. A method of cooling a motorcycle engine comprising the motorcycle engine cooler in further characterized in that when the motorcycle stops a motorcycle rider operates the switch to turn the fan on and when the motorcycle is in the forward motion the motorcycle rider operates the switch to turn the fan off.3. A method of cooling a motorcycle engine comprising the motorcycle engine cooler in further characterized in that the fan is by default off and the switch automatically activates the fan when the motorcycle is stopped. The present application relates to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/216,927 ...

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16-03-2017 дата публикации

PACKAGE-STORAGE TYPE ENGINE GENERATOR

Номер: US20170074161A1
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In a package-storage type engine generator, a package () is partitioned into an upper section and a lower section. An engine () and a generator () are disposed in the lower section, and a radiator () and a radiator fan () are disposed in the upper section. An upper/lower partition member () partitions the package () into the upper section and the lower section. A portion of the upper/lower partition member (), which faces the radiator fan (), is formed in a downward inclined shape from a center portion to an outer edge portion of the package. 1wherein a portion of the upper/lower partition member, which faces the radiator fan, is formed in a downward inclined shape from a center portion to an outer edge portion of the package.. A package-storage type engine generator comprising: a package partitioned into an upper section and a lower section; an engine and a generator both disposed in the lower section; a radiator and a radiator fan both disposed in the upper section; and an upper/lower partition member configured to partition the package into the upper section and the lower section, The present invention relates to a package-storage type engine generator, and in particular relates to improvement of a structure for preventing water accumulation in a package-storage type engine generator.Conventionally, a package-storage type engine generator is known, in which engine intake and exhaust system components are provided in an upper portion of a package (see, for example, Patent Document 1). The engine generator described in Patent Document 1 includes a device chamber in which are disposed an engine and a refrigerant device such as a compressor, a heat exchange chamber in which are disposed an outdoor heat exchanger and a fan, and a drain pan also used as an upper/lower partition wall partitioning the lower device chamber and the upper heat exchange chamber. A through hole, which communicates the device chamber with the heat exchange chamber, is formed in the drain pan ...

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18-03-2021 дата публикации

HYBRID APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING THE ROTATION OF A FAN FOR COOLING THE COOLING FLUID OF A VEHICLE

Номер: US20210079832A1
Автор: BOFFELLI Piercarlo
Принадлежит:

Apparatus for controlling the rotation about a longitudinal axis (X-X) of a fan () for cooling the cooling fluid contained in the radiator of a vehicle, comprising:—a fixed support sleeve (), internally hollow and extending parallel to the longitudinal axis (X-X) of rotation of the fan;—a bell member () for supporting the fan, mounted on the outer race () of a bearing (), the inner race () of which is keyed onto the support sleeve ();—an electromagnetic friction coupling () arranged between the bell member () and movement receiving means () suitable for connection to the driving shaft of the vehicle;—an electric motor () for generating a rotational movement independent of the driving shaft of the vehicle, comprising a stator () and a rotor ();—a first rear flange () integral with the sleeve () and designed to support an electromagnet () of the electromagnetic friction coupling; a second front flange () integral with the sleeve () and designed to support the stator () of the electric motor () and a unit () for controlling and electronically driving the electric motor (), arranged in a position radially on the inside of the bell member () for supporting the fan. 11. An apparatus for controlling the rotation about a longitudinal axis (X-X) of a fan () for cooling the cooling fluid contained in the radiator of a vehicle , comprising:{'b': '3', 'a fixed support sleeve (), internally hollow and extending parallel to the longitudinal axis (X-X) of rotation of the fan;'}a bell member (la) for supporting the fan;{'b': 10', '1', '4, 'i': 'a', 'an electromagnetic friction coupling (), arranged between the bell member () and movement receiving means () for connection to the driving shaft of the vehicle;'}{'b': 20', '21', '22, 'an electric motor () for generating a rotational movement independent of the driving shaft of the vehicle, comprising a stator () and a rotor (); and'}{'b': 3', '3', '12, 'i': 'a', 'a first rear flange () integral with the sleeve () and designed to ...

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14-03-2019 дата публикации

CONTROL DEVICE FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE

Номер: US20190078496A1
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

An internal combustion engine includes a water jacket, a cooling water pump as a cooling liquid pump, and an adjusting valve. A control device for the internal combustion engine executes the water stoppage control of increasing the temperature of the engine body by limiting the discharge of the cooling liquid from the water jacket by the adjusting valve, and an automatic stop and automatic startup control of automatically stopping and automatically starting the internal combustion engine. The control device increases the fuel injection amount for automatically starting the internal combustion engine in a case where the water stoppage control is being executed when the internal combustion engine is automatically stopped as compared with a case where the water stoppage control is not being executed when the internal combustion engine is automatically stopped. 1. A control device for an internal combustion engine , the internal combustion engine including an engine body , a water jacket provided in the engine body and constituting a passage of cooling liquid for cooling the engine body , a cooling liquid pump , which supplies the cooling liquid to the water jacket , and an adjusting valve , which adjusts a flow rate of the cooling liquid discharged from the water jacket ,wherein the control device is configured to executea water stoppage control for increasing a temperature of the engine body by limiting discharge of the cooling liquid from the water jacket by the adjusting valve,an automatic stop and automatic startup control for automatically stopping the internal combustion engine when an automatic stop condition is satisfied, and for automatically starting the internal combustion engine when an automatic startup condition is satisfied, anda control for increasing a fuel injection amount for automatically starting the internal combustion engine in a case where the water stoppage control is being executed when the internal combustion engine is automatically stopped ...

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31-03-2022 дата публикации

Radiator assembly for vehicle

Номер: US20220097514A1
Автор: Jan Sander
Принадлежит: Brose Fahrzeugteile SE and Co KG

A radiator assembly in which numerous fins of a cooling element extending between two coolant channels of the cooling element are divided into at least two different cooling zone, a ventilator of the radiator assembly at least partially covers a first cooling zone of the at least two different cooling zones with respect to a direction extending from the ventilator module toward the cooling element, and a gap width of a gap between two adjacent fins in the first cooling zone is greater than that in a second cooling zone of the at least two different cooling zones.

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31-03-2022 дата публикации

Accessible clutch attachment assembly and method

Номер: US20220099015A1
Принадлежит: Horton Inc

A clutch assembly includes a journal bracket having a center shaft, a drive feature rotatably supported on the center shaft of the journal bracket and configured to accept a torque input to the clutch assembly, a clutch pack that is controllable to selectively transmit torque between an input and an output, a housing attached to the clutch pack that includes a stub shaft, a removable connection engaged between the drive feature and the stub shaft such that torque is transmittable through the removable connection during operation of the clutch assembly, and one or more perpendicular engagement features on the stub shaft configured to accept a tool to engage and disengage the removable connection. At least one of the perpendicular engagement features is exposed to line-of-sight access from a location substantially perpendicular to an axis of rotation of the clutch pack.

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12-03-2020 дата публикации

ENGINE DEVICE

Номер: US20200080452A1
Принадлежит: Yanmar Co., Ltd.

An engine device including an exhaust gas purification device above a cylinder head through a support pedestal. The support pedestal has a flat portion on which the exhaust gas purification device is mounted, and a plurality of legs which protrude downward from the flat portion and are fixed to the cylinder head. The flat portion and the leg portions are formed integrally. Portions between the legs are each formed in an arch-shape. 1. An engine device , comprising an exhaust gas purification device provided above a cylinder head through a support pedestal , wherein:the support pedestal has a flat portion on which the exhaust gas purification device is mounted, and a plurality of legs which protrude downward from the flat portion and are fixed to the cylinder head;the flat portion and the legs are formed integrally, and a portion between the legs adjacent to each other is formed in an arch-shape;the support pedestal is arranged above a first side surface of the cylinder head and a cooling fan is arranged on a second side surface of the cylinder head, each of the first side surface and the second side surface being out of two side surfaces of the cylinder head intersecting an exhaust side surface and an air-intake side surface of the cylinder head facing each other; anda cooling air passage in which cooling air from the cooling fan flows is formed between a cylinder head cover on the cylinder head and the support pedestal.2. The engine device according to claim 1 , wherein:an exhaust manifold provided on the exhaust side surface and an air-intake manifold is provided on the air-intake side surface; andthe support pedestal includes as the legs: an exhaust side leg fixed to the exhaust side surface, an air-intake side leg fixed to the air-intake side surface, and a center leg fixed to the first side surface.3. (canceled)4. The engine device according to claim 1 , further comprising:an EGR device configured to return a part of exhaust gas discharged from the exhaust ...

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29-03-2018 дата публикации

COOLING DEVICE AND COOLING MODULE

Номер: US20180086198A1
Принадлежит: Denso Corporation

A cooling device for an automobile that includes a front opening opened in a front engine room, a first air blower arranged in the front engine room on a front side of a drive engine, and an introduction passage for guiding, toward the first air blower, air to flow from the front side of the front opening through the front opening is configured to cool the drive engine with the air flow passing from the introduction passage to the drive engine via the first air blower. The cooling device includes a duct having a first opening opened in the introduction passage and a second opening opened to rear of the drive engine in the front engine room, to form an air passage for air to flow between the first opening and the second opening. 1. A cooling device for an automobile that includes a front opening opened in a front engine room on a front side in a travelling direction , a first air blower arranged in the front engine room on a front side of a drive engine in the travelling direction , and an introduction passage for guiding , toward the first air blower , air to flow from the front side of the front opening in the travelling direction through the front opening , the cooling device being configured to cool the drive engine with the air flow passing from the introduction passage to the drive engine via the first air blower , the cooling device comprising:a duct having a first opening opened in the introduction passage and a second opening opened to rear of the drive engine in the travelling direction in the front engine room, wherein the duct forms an air passage for air to flow between the first opening and the second opening.2. The cooling device according to claim 1 , whereinthe first opening is opened in the air passage to the front side in the travelling direction.3. The cooling device according to claim 1 , whereinthe duct has a blowing portion between the first opening and the second opening to blow off air flow from the air passage to outside of the duct.4. The ...

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31-03-2016 дата публикации

ENGINE SYSTEM

Номер: US20160090893A1
Принадлежит:

A radiator chamber is provided in a top compartment of a package, whereas an engine is provided in a bottom compartment. Outside the package, a battery unit is attached to an external wall panel (e.g., lower panel) of the bottom compartment. The battery unit includes a dedicated unit ventilation fan and a unit ventilating section that introduces outside air into an enclosure of the battery unit. The enclosure has a lower portion thereof divided to accommodate a package ventilating section that ventilates the bottom compartment of the package. There is provided a detachable bottom compartment inspection window in the external wall panel below the battery unit. 1. An engine system containing an engine and a work machine in a single package ,the package having an internal space thereof divided into a top compartment and a bottom compartment,the top compartment containing a radiator chamber accommodating a radiator and a radiator fan,the bottom compartment containing the engine,the bottom compartment having an external wall panel onto which a battery unit housing a battery and a charger is attached outside the package,the battery unit including a dedicated ventilation fan and a unit ventilating section that introduces outside air into an enclosure of the battery unit when the ventilation fan operates,the enclosure having a lower portion thereof divided to accommodate a package ventilating section that ventilates the bottom compartment of the package,the package ventilating section introducing outside air through an outside air inlet provided in a bottom face of the enclosure and passing the outside air through an outside air outlet provided in a side face of the enclosure, to deliver the outside air to the bottom compartment through a vent provided in the external wall panel, andthere being provided a detachable bottom compartment inspection window in the external wall panel below the battery unit.2. The engine system as set forth in claim 1 , whereinthe bottom ...

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31-03-2016 дата публикации

ENGINE WATER-COOLING DEVICE

Номер: US20160090895A1
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There is provided an engine water-cooling device that can increase warming-up efficiency of an engine. The engine water-cooling device includes a thermostat housing that houses a thermostat. The thermostat housing is mounted to a front wall of a cylinder head in one side portion in a width direction of the cylinder head. A cooling water pump is mounted to a front wall of a cylinder block in a central portion in a width direction of the cylinder block. A bypass passage includes an intra-head bypass passage in the cylinder head, and the intra-head bypass passage includes a width-direction passage portion extending from a position behind the thermostat housing to a position behind and above the cooling water pump. 1. An engine water-cooling device comprising: an intra-head cooling water jacket in a cylinder head; a thermostat; a bypass passage; a radiator; and a cooling water pump , andconfigured such that engine cooling water in the intra-head cooling water jacket flows back to the cooling water pump via the bypass passage bypassing the radiator and when a water temperature of the engine cooling water detected by the thermostat exceeds a predetermined value, the thermostat causes the engine cooling water in the intra-head cooling water jacket to flow back to the cooling water pump via the radiator,wherein the engine water-cooling device includes a thermostat housing that houses the thermostat, the thermostat housing is mounted to a front wall of the cylinder head in one side portion in a width direction of the cylinder head, the cooling water pump is mounted to a front wall of a cylinder block in a central portion in a width direction of the cylinder block,the bypass passage includes an intra-head bypass passage in the cylinder head, and the intra-head bypass passage includes a width-direction passage portion extending from a position behind the thermostat housing to a position behind and above the cooling water pump.2. The engine water-cooling device according to ...

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29-03-2018 дата публикации

Reversible flow fan

Номер: US20180087439A1
Автор: Yoshihisa Yamazaki
Принадлежит: Sanyo Denki Co Ltd

A reversible flow fan includes: an impeller that includes blade portions; and rear-edge curved portions disposed on surfaces on rear edge sides of the blade portions in a normal rotation direction of the impeller. The rear-edge curved portions are convexly curved from a center of the impeller toward directions of outer peripheral portions of the blade portions in airflow directions during a reverse rotation of the impeller.

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29-03-2018 дата публикации

BLAST FAN

Номер: US20180087440A1
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A blast fan includes: a tubular frame having a first opening and a second opening to pass airflow through between the first opening and the second opening. The first opening has a first reverse tapered portion expanding from inside to outside of the frame, and the first reverse tapered portion has a surface having first convex portions projecting to the inside of the frame. 1. A blast fan comprisinga tubular frame having a first opening and a second opening to pass airflow through between the first opening and the second opening, wherein:the first opening has a first reverse tapered portion expanding from inside to outside of the frame, andthe first reverse tapered portion has a surface having first convex portions projecting to the inside of the frame.2. The blast fan according to claim 1 , wherein:the second opening has a second reverse tapered portion expanding from inside to outside of the frame, andthe second reverse tapered portion has a surface having second convex portions projecting to the inside of the frame.3. The blast fan according to claim 2 , further comprisinga base member for installing a motor, whereinthe base member is arranged at a position close to the first opening with respect to the second opening, the position being in a space inside the frame.4. The blast fan according to claim 3 , whereinthe first reverse tapered portion is longer than the second reverse tapered portion.5. The blast fan according to claim 3 , whereina count of the first convex portions is larger than a count of the second convex portions. This application claims priority from Japanese Patent Application No. 2016-191989 filed with the Japan Patent Office on Sep. 29, 2016, the entire content of which is hereby incorporated by reference.This disclosure relates to a blast fan.A blast fan is an apparatus that generates airflow to be used for cooling, for example, an electronic component. Performance of the blast fan depends on a capacity for causing the airflow to pass through. ...

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29-03-2018 дата публикации

Axial impeller and fan having such an axial impeller

Номер: US20180087527A1
Принадлежит: VOITH PATENT GMBH

An axial impeller for a fan or blower includes a hub and a plurality of blades. The geometry of the blades is determined by a course of a blade leading angle and of a blade trailing angle of blade sections from a blade root at the hub to a blade tip opposite the blade root, i.e., according to the hub ratio. The blade leading angle is curved to the left according to the hub ratio and/or the blade trailing angle is curved to the right according to the hub ratio and the blade leading angle is 29°±3° near the blade root and 14°±3° near the blade tip and/or the blade trailing angle is 69°±3° near the blade root and 27°±3° near the blade tip.

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19-03-2020 дата публикации

Air-Cooling Device

Номер: US20200088424A1
Принадлежит:

An air-cooling device for a boat includes a plurality of misting modules and a pump. Each misting module comprises a housing that defines an interior space. The housing has a back that is coupled to a sidewall of a boat. A plurality of slots is positioned in the housing and is configured for air to enter the interior space. A plurality of orifices is positioned in a front of the housing. A plurality of fans is coupled to the housing and positioned in the interior space. Each fan is positioned in an associated orifice. A plurality of nozzles is coupled to the front of the housing. The pump is operationally coupled to the nozzles and a source of water. The pump is positioned to pump water through the nozzles to form a mist. The fans are configured to disperse the mist to cool an area proximate to the housing. 1. An air-cooling device for comprising: a housing defining an interior space, the housing having a back, the back being coupled to a sidewall of a boat,', 'a plurality of slots positioned in the housing wherein the slots are configured for air to enter the interior space,', 'a plurality of orifices positioned in a front of the housing,', 'a plurality of fans coupled to the housing and positioned in the interior space, each fan being positioned in an associated orifice, and', 'a plurality of nozzles coupled to the front of the housing; and, 'a plurality of misting modules, each misting module comprisinga pump operationally coupled to the nozzles and a source of water wherein the pump is positioned for pumping water through the nozzles for forming a mist wherein the fans are configured for dispersing the mist for cooling an area proximate to the housing.2. The device of claim 1 , further including the housing being substantially rectangularly box shaped.3. The device of claim 1 , further including the slots being positioned in a top and opposing sides of the housing.4. The device of claim 1 , further including the plurality of fans comprising three fans.5. The ...

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26-06-2014 дата публикации

Surgical stapling instrument having a releasable buttress material

Номер: US20140175156A1
Принадлежит: Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc

An end effector includes an anvil and a staple cartridge. The staple cartridge includes a first deck surface, a second deck surface, a plurality of first staple cavities arranged in a first row extending along the first deck surface, a plurality of second staple cavities arranged in a second row extending along the second deck surface, a plurality of third staple cavities arranged in a third row, a driven element, and a plurality of staples engaged with the driven element and simultaneously deployed into the tissue. The plurality of staples include a first staple removably stored in the first row, a second staple removably stored in the second row, and a third staple removably stored in the third row, the third staple at least partially distal to the second staple and the second staple at least partially distal to the first staple.

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12-05-2022 дата публикации

Saddle-riding vehicle

Номер: US20220144075A1
Принадлежит: Kawasaki Motors Ltd

A saddle-riding vehicle includes a radiator in front of an engine of the saddle-riding vehicle and on one lateral side of the vehicle in a vehicle widthwise direction with respect to a center line in the vehicle widthwise direction. The radiator includes: a radiator body that allows coolant of the engine to flow through the radiator body; a radiator fan at a rear face of the radiator body; and a fan cover that covers the radiator fan from a rear of the radiator fan to guide exhaust air from the radiator to the one lateral side in the vehicle widthwise direction.

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01-04-2021 дата публикации

Free-tipped axial fan assembly

Номер: US20210095684A1
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH, ROBERT BOSCH LLC

A free-tipped axial fan assembly features a shroud barrel comprising an inlet, the radius of said inlet at its upstream end being greater than the radius of said inlet at its downstream end. An angle, in a plane including the fan axis, between the surface of said inlet and the direction of the fan axis varies non-monotonically with respect to a surface coordinate which increases with distance along the surface of the inlet.

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