This invention relates to the field of
wind power generation equipment technology, and in particular to an independent
lubrication system for the sliding bearings of planetary gears in a wind
turbine gearbox. The
system includes a variable frequency
lubrication pump, a
control unit, and an electrically controlled
directional valve, independent of the original gearbox
lubrication system. The outlet of the electrically controlled
directional valve has two independent branches, one configured with a lubricating oil
heating system and the other with an air-cooled radiator. These two branches converge and connect to the sliding bearings of the planetary gears. The
control unit is electrically connected to a wind
turbine blade speed sensor and a generator
current sensor, and adjusts the variable frequency pump speed based on internally stored operating parameters. A first
oil temperature sensor is installed on the oil line before the electrically controlled
directional valve, and a second
oil temperature sensor is installed at the bearing lubrication point. The
control unit uses a closed-loop adjustment based on the
temperature difference between the two sensors to correct the heating or
cooling power, achieving precise
temperature control. This invention, through an independent lubrication circuit, adaptive
oil supply adjustment based on operating conditions, and closed-loop precise
temperature control, achieves dedicated lubrication protection for the sliding bearings, ensuring the stable operation of the wind
turbine planetary gearbox.