Methods and apparatus for turbine nozzle locks
US6773228B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 3, 2002 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49323
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method enables a gas turbine engine nozzle to be secured within an engine casing that includes an exterior surface. The method comprises the steps of forming a first opening to extend through the engine casing, inserting a nozzle lock through the first opening from the casing exterior surface, coupling the nozzle lock to a portion of the nozzle, and securing the nozzle lock to the engine casing.
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