Helical channel for distributor and method
US7454914B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 21, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 15, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49348
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of distributing fuel in a fuel nozzle comprises: providing at least two helical channels in the fuel nozzle, each having a channel exit port, providing a fuel inlet cavity in fluid communication with the helical channels, and flowing fuel in the fuel inlet cavity, the helical channels and the channel exit ports.
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