Gas turbine engine with a unitary structure and method for manufacturing the same
US11156156B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 4, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 26, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 6, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gas turbine engine is provided that includes a compressor section, a turbine section, and a unitary structure. The compressor section has at least one compressor rotor stage. The turbine section has at least one turbine rotor stage. The compressor rotor stage and the turbine rotor stage are in rotational communication with each other. The unitary structure includes an outer case portion, a combustor section, a turbine nozzle, and an exhaust duct. The unitary structure configured for attachment with the turbine section and compressor section.
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