Expansion joint and methods of assembling the same
US10830103B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2300/501
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An expansion joint for use between a turbine duct and a diffuser duct includes a first flange coupled to the turbine duct, a second flange coupled to the diffuser duct, and a flexible element positioned between and coupled to the first flange of the turbine duct and the second flange of the diffuser duct. The flexible element defines a trough for receiving a liquid therein. The trough includes a drain pipe configured to channel the liquid away from the trough.
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