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Actuation system for a variable geometry combustor

US4497170A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 22, 1982
Grant dateFeb 5, 1985
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Expiry dateJul 22, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF23R3/26
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An annular, variable geometry combustor is provided with an actuation system operable to inversely vary air inflow to the combustor liner through axially spaced inlet openings formed therein.

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