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Vane with seal

US11156105B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 8, 2019
Grant dateOct 26, 2021
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Expiry dateJan 1, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T50/60
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An airfoil vane assembly includes a vane piece defining a first vane platform, a second vane platform, and a hollow airfoil section joining the first vane platform and the second vane platform. The first vane platform defines a collar projection therefrom. A spar piece defines a spar platform and a spar extends from the spar platform into the hollow airfoil section. The spar piece includes a radial opening defined by first and second opposed faces. The radial opening is configured to receive the collar projection, and a groove in the spar platform opening to the first face. A seal is situated in the groove. The seal seals against the collar projection. A gas turbine engine and a method of assembling a vane are also disclosed.

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