Abstract: A rotary vane device for hydraulic transmission of mechanical energy with industrial scale measures of power and rotational velocity. The device offers high measures of both volumetric efficiency and rotational velocity and hence substantial measures of functional excellence in terms of power density and functional efficiency. Additionally the device functions without the use of reciprocating primary components and for this reason potentially offers substantial measures of excellence in terms of enhanced operational reliability and relatively low measures of radiated mechanical noise and vibration.

Abstract: An independent radial vane rotary machine for the production of rotary mechanical power through internal combustion of liquid or gaseous fuel and employing intermeshed gearing for synchronization of major rotational components. The machine functions in general accordance with the principles of the Carnot heat engine cycle but mechanical manipulation of working fluid is accomplished without reciprocating mechanical components and combustion is performed as a continuously sustained process. The machine offers vibration-free operation and good measures of functional efficiency, power density, and inherent reliability. The disclosure presents the geometric and mechanical features necessary to demonstrate functional viability.

Abstract: An independent radial vane rotary machine for the production of rotary mechanical power through internal combustion of liquid or gaseous fuel and employing intermeshed gearing for synchronization of major rotational components. The machine functions in general accordance with the principles of the Carnot heat engine cycle but mechanical manipulation of working fluid is accomplished without reciprocating mechanical components and combustion is performed as a continuously sustained process. The machine offers vibration-free operation and good measures of functional efficiency, power density, and inherent reliability. The disclosure presents the geometric and mechanical features necessary to demonstrate functional viability.

Abstract: A radial vane type machine intended for production of compressed gaseous and vaporous fluids with industrial scale measures of compression amplification and throughput. Fluid compression is accomplished by mechanical volume manipulation but without the use of reciprocating pistons and/or intermittently operating mechanical valves. The machine incorporates features for thermal control necessary for high performance single stage pressure amplification, and features for minimization of mechanical friction necessary to ensure functional viability. The physical and input power characteristics of the machine are compatible with the physical and output power characteristics of modem, commercially available internal combustion and electrical power sources. Compared with reciprocating piston type fluid compressors the machine potentially offers substantial measures of excellence in terms of vibration-free operation, functional efficiency, reliability, and power density relative to both space and weight criteria.

Abstract: A radial vane type machine intended for production of compressed gaseous and vaporous fluids with industrial scale measures of compression amplification and throughput. Fluid compression is accomplished by mechanical volume manipulation but without the use of reciprocating pistons and/or intermittently operating mechanical valves. The machine incorporates features for thermal control necessary for high performance single stage pressure amplification, and features for minimization of mechanical friction necessary to ensure functional viability. The physical and input power characteristics of the machine are compatible with the physical and output power characteristics of modern, commercially available internal combustion and electrical power sources. Compared with reciprocating piston type fluid compressors the machine potentially offers substantial measures of excellence in terms of vibration-free operation, functional efficiency, reliability, and power density relative to both space and weight criteria.

Abstract: An internal combustion rotary power machine which functions in general accordance with the principles of the Carnot heat engine cycle without dependence upon reciprocating pistons, valves or other reciprocating mechanical components for working fluid manipulation. Through elimination reciprocating components the machine potentially offers a large measure of functional excellence in terms power density, efficiency, reliability, mechanical simplicity and production economy. Combustion occurs as a continuously sustained process thereby significantly facilitating the use of gaseous fuel. The machine presented in this disclosure is based on substantial analysis of the functional principles of internal combustion rotary vane machines as related to thermodynamic efficiency, mechanical efficiency, and thermal control considerations. The disclosure demonstrates the integration of primary geometric relationships and technical features necessary to effectively fulfill functional viability requirements.

Abstract: A rotational mechanism which consists of a circular armature fitted with a plurality of radial vanes which rotates within a stationary, cylindrical, containment structure with a circular bore. The rotational armature is concentrically installed on a rotational shaft which passes through the axial ends of the containment structure and which is supported by low friction rotational bearings such as to rotate on an axis which is parallel to, but radially separated from, the axis of the containment cylinder. The axial ends of the shaft provide the interface with external mechanically dynamic systems. The armature is a hollow cylinder which incorporates a plurality of uniformly distributed radial slots each of which extends through the annulus. The axial slots are each sized such as to provide annular support for a radial vane but allow relative sliding movement of the vane in axial and radial directions.