Convex compressor casing
US6338609B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 18, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jan 15, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 18, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A compressor casing includes an axially convex inner surface for surrounding a row of rotor blades with radial gaps therebetween. The tip of the blades complement the casing contour for reducing blade tip losses and flow blockage.
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