Grid coupling seal and method
US11199228B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 3, 2018 |
| Grant date | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/4973
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for replacing a sealing arrangement of a grid coupling without removing or disturbing a mechanical connection of the coupling with driver and driven shafts connected to the coupling includes providing combined seal members having gasket seal portions that are integrally formed with radial seal portions and that are disposed between portions of the housing and the rotating seal group of the grid coupling.
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