Plug assembly with retaining element
US9708933B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 8, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N21/954
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to plug assemblies within a gas turbine engine. In one embodiment, a plug assembly includes a boss which includes a shaft and a collar, a retaining element including at least two prongs, and a plug including a shank and at least one retaining feature. The at least two prongs of the retaining element are configured to retain the plug to the boss.
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