Pre-stretched tie-bolt for use in a gas turbine engine and method
US7452188B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 26, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05B2260/301
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The tie-bolt comprises an elongated tubular portion and a retaining portion coaxially and rigidly attached to the tubular portion. The retaining portion has an outer diameter larger than that of the tubular portion. An annular spacer is removably provided between the retaining portion and the component to be secured by the tie-bolt.
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