Systems and methods for purging an aft joint of a last stage wheel
US9453427B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 30, 2013 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the present application include a gas turbine assembly. The gas turbine assembly may include a solid wheel, a turbine aft shaft, and an aft joint connecting the solid wheel to the turbine aft shaft. The turbine assembly also may include a cover plate positioned between the solid wheel and the turbine aft shaft. The cover plate may be configured to direct a flow of compressor extraction fluid inboard through the aft joint and out the turbine aft shaft.
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