Turbine start-up particulate separator
US5111663A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 12, 1991 |
| Grant date | May 12, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 12, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02C7/052
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Start-up particulate separating apparatus for the inlet steam flow to a steam turbine, where particulate material can be a cause of internal damage and erosion, comprising a steam inlet pipe to the turbine, a centrifugal separator, and means for directing the inlet steam from the inlet pipe to the separator for removing particulate therefrom.
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