Template for aligning surface features on a rotor blade
US9624782B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 18, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49316
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rigid template for aligning surface features on a rotor blade is disclosed. The rigid template is shaped to correspond to the surface of the rotor blade. Further, the rigid template includes a base end and a tail end opposite the base end. The base end is configured to connect to an alignment structure, the alignment structure being fixed relative to the rotor blade. The tail end includes at least one marker configured to locate at least one surface feature on the surface of the rotor blade.
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