Transpiration clearance control turbine
US7740443B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 15, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 22, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 30, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A row of turbine blades is surrounded by a turbine shroud. The shroud is supported by a turbine case having a pair of radially outwardly extending rails. The rails are perforate for channeling therethrough control air to control thermal radial movement of the case, and in turn radial position of the shroud supported therefrom.
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