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Exhaust diffuser strut for reducing flow separation

US11873726B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 10, 2023
Grant dateJan 16, 2024
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Expiry dateMay 10, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E20/16
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A strut provided in an exhaust diffuser and having an airfoil-shaped cross-section is provided. The strut may include a cut portion configured to be formed in a trailing edge in a span direction. The cut portion is configured to provide a stepped portion in at least a portion of the trailing edge.

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