Integrated multiplane actuator system for compressor variable vanes and air bleed valve
US4403912A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 23, 1981 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 23, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20012
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A linkage system for actuating the variable vanes and the air bleed valve of a gas turbine engine compressor in an intermittent sequence includes a single actuator and a linkage mechanism. The latter is formed of a first actuating linkage extending to the bleed control valve, a second actuation linkage extending to the variable guide vanes, and an intermediate crank mechanism connected to the first and second actuating linkages and also to the single actuator. The linkage system is operative to convert the linear motion from the single actuator to multiplane intermittent rotational motion of the actuating linkages extending to the variable vanes and the bleed valve of the compressor. When embodied in a military aircraft, the single actuator is preferably disposed above the compressor casing so as to make it less vulnerable to enemy ground fire.
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