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Buffer system for gas turbine engine

US10837318B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 8, 2019
Grant dateNov 17, 2020
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Expiry dateMay 18, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF05D2260/98
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This disclosure relates to a buffer system for a gas turbine engine. An exemplary gas turbine engine includes, among other features, a buffer manifold in an intershaft region. The buffer manifold is configured to direct a flow of air between a first air seal and a first oil seal, and to direct another flow of air between a second air seal and a second oil seal.

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