Augmented vaneless diffuser containment
US7871243B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jan 18, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 16, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05B2260/301
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A containment system comprises at least one passage obstructer extending from a housing inlet cover through a diffuser passage and into a housing back cover. The passage obstructer includes a fastener portion, such as a bolt, and an obstructing portion extending from and integral to a shaft of the fastener portion. The diameter of the obstructing portion is less than the diameter of the shaft, allowing the obstructing portion to bend upon impact with a burst impeller fragment.
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