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Gas turbine nozzle guide vane

US7438518B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2005
Grant dateOct 21, 2008
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Expiry dateOct 5, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T50/60
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A nozzle guide vane for a gas turbine comprises at least one aerofoil having a leading edge section provided with at least one internal cavity for conveying cooling fluid through the said leading edge section, and a plate like wall section extending from the leading edge section to provide a continuous surface between the aerofoil leading edge section and the aerofoil trailing edge on the suction side of the aerofoil.

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