Gas turbine braking apparatus and method
US7448198B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 21, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 21, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2260/402
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device is provided which can serve one or more of the multiple functions of impeding rotation of a shaft de-coupled turbine rotor, selectively impeding rotation of a first spool of the engine, for example to permit a second spool to generate power for use in ground operation, and facilitating reduced aircraft ground speed.
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