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Means and method for securing a member to a structure

US4304523A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 23, 1980
Grant dateDec 8, 1981
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Expiry dateJun 23, 2000

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/60
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Means for securing a member, such as a blade retainer, to a structure, such as a disc. An annular, preferably split, retaining ring is disposed in a recess of the disc and is shaped to receive a part of the blade retainer which is also disposed within the recess thereby securing the blade retainer to the disc. A method of securing the blade retainer to the disc is also provided and includes the steps of inserting the retaining ring into the recess and compressing the ring, inserting a part of the blade retainer into the recess and deflecting it axially, and releasing the retaining ring from compression and the blade retainer from deflection.

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