Buffer system for gas turbine engine
US10837318B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 8, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 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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