Vane assembly with improved vane roots
US7628578B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 25, 2006 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2300/431
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vane for a vane assembly of a gas turbine engine includes a vane root connected to the airfoil portion opposite a tip thereof. The vane root includes a platform and a button portion interconnecting the platform and the airfoil position. The button portion has relatively blunt leading and trailing ends which respectively protrude beyond leading and trailing edges of the airfoil portion.
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