Inter-module flow discourager
US9541006B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01D25/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An assembly for a gas turbine engine includes a first module, a second module, and a flow discourager. The second module is connected to the first module along a joint. The flow discourager is connected to the first module and extends to be received in a notch in the second module. The flow discourager acts to direct an ingestion gas flow away from the joint between the first module and the second module.
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