Mid-turbine frame buffer system
US8366382B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2300/224
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mid-turbine frame buffer system for a gas turbine engine includes a mid-turbine frame that supports a shaft by a bearing. An air compartment and a bearing compartment are arranged radially inward of the mid-turbine frame. The bearing compartment is arranged within the air compartment and includes first and second contact seals arranged on either side of the bearing. The air compartment includes multiple air seals. A high pressure compressor is fluidly connected to the air compartment and is configured to provide high pressure air to the air compartment. A method of providing pressurized air to a buffer system includes sealing a bearing compartment with contact seals, surrounding the bearing compartment with an air compartment, and supplying high pressure air to the air compartment.
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