Gearbox coupling in a turbomachine
US11085515B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 20, 2019 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H57/0423
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An engine includes a static frame member; a spool configured to rotate relative to the static frame member during operation of the engine; a gearbox coupled to the spool; and a gearbox coupling assembly mounting the gearbox to the static frame member using a plurality of moveable connection members, each moveable connection member including a sliding connection allowing for movement of the gearbox relative to the static frame member in a plane perpendicular to an axial direction of the engine.
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