Retractable seal system
US8454023B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 10, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2240/56
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present application thus provides a retractable seal system for use between a high pressure side and a low pressure side of a turbine engine. The retractable seal system may include a seal positioned in a slot of a stationary component, a pressure balance pocket positioned about the seal, and a conduit in communication with the pressure balance pocket and the high pressure side.
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