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Composite tape preform for abradable seals

US4546047A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 2, 1983
Grant dateOct 8, 1985
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/12146
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Honeycomb structures, such as those used in turbine engine abradable seals, are provided with a uniform density filling of a suitable abradable material. The abradable material is prepared as a tape preform using an organic binder. The preform is forced into the honeycomb using a rubber tool.

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