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Split accessory drive system

US9062611B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 19, 2011
Grant dateJun 23, 2015
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Expiry dateApr 23, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF05D2260/98
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A gas turbine engine includes a spool, a first accessory gearbox, a second accessory gearbox, and a scavenge pump. The first accessory gearbox is connected to and driven by the spool. The second accessory gearbox is connected to and driven by the first accessory gearbox. The scavenge pump is connected between the first accessory gearbox and the second accessory gearbox. The first accessory gearbox drives the second accessory gearbox through the scavenge pump.

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