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Plug assembly with retaining element

US9708933B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 8, 2015
Grant dateJul 18, 2017
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Expiry dateSep 16, 2035

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  • 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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