Method and apparatus for assembling turbine engines
US8707704B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/4932
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of assembling a turbine engine includes defining a first chamber and defining a second chamber. The method also includes forming at least one venturi device oriented with a predetermined venturi step angle greater than approximately 48°. The method further includes coupling the first chamber in flow communication with the second chamber via the venturi device therebetween.
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