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Engine systems and methods

US11649834B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 24, 2022
Grant dateMay 16, 2023
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Expiry dateJan 24, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF05D2260/96
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed examples include a retrofit fan frame assembly, comprising: a leading edge adjustment component coupleable to an airfoil, the leading edge adjustment component of variable chord length, the variable chord length to increase and then decrease along a radial length from a hub end of the airfoil to an opposite tip end of the airfoil; and an attachment mechanism configured to couple the leading edge adjustment component to a leading edge of the airfoil.

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