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Thermally compliant discourager seal

US6612809B2 · kind B2 · utility

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16Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 28, 2001
Grant dateSep 2, 2003
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Expiry dateNov 28, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF05D2260/97
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides a seal for a gas turbine engine, comprising an annular ring with an L-shaped cross-section having a radially extending leg and an axially extending leg. A plurality of corrugations are formed in the axial leg so as to make it compliant in the circumferential direction.

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