Method and apparatus for detecting rub in a turbomachine
US7409319B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 24, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 25, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01D21/20
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An embodiment of the disclosed method and apparatus relates to a system for detecting a rub in a turbomachine. The system includes a turbomachine; sensors monitoring turbomachine conditions; and an on site monitor in communication with the sensors, and loaded with instructions to implement a method for detecting a rub in the turbomachine.
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