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Inducer guide vanes

US9441540B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 5, 2012
Grant dateSep 13, 2016
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF04D29/701
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

According to one embodiment, there is disclosed an inducer assembly for use with a gas turbine engine. The inducer assembly may include a cavity. The inducer assembly may also include an inducer in fluid communication with the cavity. Moreover, the inducer assembly may include at least one guide vane disposed within the cavity.

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