yes, you read right. currently trying to get a patent and build a prototype. the goal is to minimize friction even further and get rid of or minimize the need for oil. this will also get rid of a lot of heat...im hoping neways. detail wise thas all im givin for now. thoughts?

 

I really like that magnetic field train the japs have


Good luck, science is awesome!

 

good thiing to have engineers in the family, makes things easier..

 

It would be tough to manage the compressor slam. Suspending the shaft would be the easy part, keeping it from moving axially (thrust) would be the difficulty. Still, if you used mag for rotation, and oil for the thrust, you could probably get something workable.

Just my 2c.

-Geoff

 

all cents welcome

 

Should not be a problem since magnetic bearings have been used in turbo chargers (gas turbines) for quite some time (although not automotive). Found several companies making them. Did not find any patents while on www.uspto.gov

Gary