Mahle has been granted a patent for an electric compressor featuring a scroll-type compression device, refrigerant inlet and outlet ports, and a unique swing-link mechanism. The compressor efficiently compresses refrigerant for various applications. GlobalData’s report on Mahle gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Electric scroll-type compressor for refrigerant compression
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11879464B1) discloses a scroll-type electric compressor designed to compress refrigerant efficiently. The compressor comprises a housing with intake and discharge volumes, a drive shaft with a concentric protrusion and drive pin aperture, a motor for rotating the drive shaft, and a compression device with fixed and orbiting scrolls forming compression chambers. A swing-link mechanism and ball bearing arrangement cause the orbiting scroll to rotate eccentrically about the center axis, enhancing compression efficiency. The design also includes features like a motor section, oil lubrication system, and an inverter section for converting electrical power, all integrated into the housing for compactness and functionality.
Furthermore, the patent details additional features such as the integration of the concentric protrusion with the drive shaft, the use of guidance pins to limit articulation of the orbiting scroll, and the inclusion of ball bearings for smooth operation. The compressor also incorporates drive shaft supporting members, oil separator for separating oil and refrigerant, and an inverter section with an inverter circuit. The design aims to provide a reliable and efficient scroll-type electric compressor for various refrigeration applications, with a focus on compactness, functionality, and ease of operation.
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