Rolls-Royce has been granted a patent for a rotor assembly that includes an innovative oil jet assembly, inner and outer shaft assemblies, and an oil mist shield. The design allows for selective lubrication and control of oil flow within the assembly, enhancing efficiency and performance. GlobalData’s report on Rolls-Royce gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
Smarter leaders trust GlobalData
According to GlobalData’s company profile on Rolls-Royce, Photovoltaic drones was a key innovation area identified from patents. Rolls-Royce's grant share as of May 2024 was 56%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Rotor assembly with oil jet, inner and outer shafts
A rotor assembly has been granted a patent (Publication Number: US12000299B1) that includes an oil jet assembly, inner and outer shaft assemblies, and an oil mist shield. The oil mist shield is designed to selectively block or allow oil flow between the inner and outer shafts to lubricate the inner and outer bearings. The shield moves between arrangements based on the rotation of the outer shaft, ensuring proper lubrication of the bearings. The assembly also includes a controller to manage oil flow and rotation of the shafts, enhancing operational efficiency and bearing lubrication.
Additionally, a rotor seal assembly is part of the patented technology, featuring a first and second shaft with an oil mist shield. The shield, with a conical lip design, moves to block or allow oil flow between the shafts based on the rotation of the second shaft. This design prevents oil from collecting around the seal and ensures effective lubrication of the bearings. A controller is integrated to regulate shaft rotation and oil flow, optimizing the functionality of the assembly. The method outlined in the patent involves rotating the shafts, directing oil flow, and controlling the movement of the oil mist shield to facilitate proper lubrication of the bearings, showcasing an innovative approach to rotor assembly technology.
To know more about GlobalData’s detailed insights on Rolls-Royce, buy the report here.
Data Insights
From
The gold standard of business intelligence.
Blending expert knowledge with cutting-edge technology, GlobalData’s unrivalled proprietary data will enable you to decode what’s happening in your market. You can make better informed decisions and gain a future-proof advantage over your competitors.
GlobalData, the leading provider of industry intelligence, provided the underlying data, research, and analysis used to produce this article.
GlobalData Patent Analytics tracks bibliographic data, legal events data, point in time patent ownerships, and backward and forward citations from global patenting offices. Textual analysis and official patent classifications are used to group patents into key thematic areas and link them to specific companies across the world’s largest industries.
