Rotating brush seal
US9121297B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 28, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2240/56
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A brush seal for use between a rotating component and a stationary component in a turbomachine is disclosed. The brush seal according to embodiments of this invention include a set of bristles having a fixed end and a free end, wherein the fixed end is attached to the rotating component, and wherein the set of bristles are angled axially with respect to the rotating component.
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