Apparatus and method for flywheel based cooling

Details Apparatus and method for flywheel based cooling Apparatus and method for flywheel based cooling

2008-03-25

2008-03-25

Le, Dang (Department: 2834)

Electrical generator or motor structure

Dynamoelectric

Rotary

C310S074000, C322S026000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07348702

ABSTRACT:
In accordance with exemplary embodiments, the present invention provides a transient power source that includes a flywheel that stores kinetic energy. In the event of a loss of main or operating power, the kinetic energy stored in the flywheel is converted into electrical energy. As one example, the rotation of the flywheel drives a generator that converts this mechanical (i.e., kinetic energy) into electrical energy. Additionally, the exemplary flywheel, as one embodiment, generates a cooling airflow for various components of the electrical machine. Thus, the rotation of the flywheel not only generates power, but also cools the various components of the transient power source as well.

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