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Rotor for a centrifugal flow machine and a centrifugal flow machine

US9631633B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 16, 2014
Grant dateApr 25, 2017
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Expiry dateJun 16, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF04D29/28
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A rotor structure for a centrifugal flow machine includes working vanes attached to the hub of the rotor without any support disc or shroud. Additionally, the vane has a device for efficiently flushing the sealing chamber behind the rotor.

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