Method and system for limiting blade pitch
US8083482B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for limiting blade pitch is provided. The method includes providing a brake assembly that is actuatable to limit blade pitch, providing a limit stop assembly including a stop wheel and a traveler movable relative to the stop wheel, and coupling the limit stop assembly to the brake assembly such that the limit stop assembly actuates the brake assembly when the traveler engages the stop wheel.
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