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Compressor inlet guide vane and vortex-disturbing member assembly

US4439104A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 15, 1981
Grant dateMar 27, 1984
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Expiry dateJun 15, 2001

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S415/914
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vortex whistle silencing member is secured to the leading and trailing portions of a compressor intake articulated guide vane in such manner that the silencing member is held in a stationary position during pivotal motion of the trailing vane portion between its fully open and closed positions.

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