Transition duct mounting system
US6662567B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 14, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01D9/023
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mounting system for fixturing a transition duct to a turbine inlet is disclosed. The mounting system includes a plurality of mounting plates having through holes and each plate having a spherical bearing, a plurality of washers, lock tabs, and a means for securing the mounting plates to the turbine inlet. In the preferred embodiment, the mounting system of the present invention is utilized to secure a transition duct having a thermally free aft frame to a turbine inlet.
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