Turbine transition piece (TP) apparatus and method
US9144866B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 29, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53974
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various embodiments include an apparatus for installing or removing a transition piece (TP) in a gas turbine. The apparatus can include: a control arm assembly sized to rest within an opening in the gas turbine; a guide system coupled to the control arm assembly, the guide system for transporting the TP within the opening in the gas turbine; and a counter balance coupled to the guide system, the counter balance for countering weight of the TP during the installing or the removing of the TP in the gas turbine.
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