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Gas turbine engine systems involving hydrostatic face seals

US7797941B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 26, 2007
Grant dateSep 21, 2010
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Expiry dateJun 25, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF01D11/025
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Gas turbine engine systems involving hydrostatic face seals are provided. In this regard, representative compressor assembly for a gas turbine engine includes a compressor having a hydrostatic seal formed by a seal face and a seal runner.

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