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Gas turbine engine architecture with low pressure compressor hub between high and low rotor thrust bearings

US9784181B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 23, 2011
Grant dateOct 10, 2017
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T50/60
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for servicing a gas turbine engine includes providing access from a forward section of the gas turbine engine to a gearbox contained within a bearing compartment.

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