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Bearing chamber pressurization system

US7287384B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 13, 2004
Grant dateOct 30, 2007
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Expiry dateDec 21, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF01D11/04
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method and device for improved pressure balancing in a bearing chamber pressurization system for gas turbine engines employ a partition member to substantially separate first and second air-oil seals of the bearing housing.

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