Metal leading edge protective strips for airfoil components and method therefor
US9885244B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 15, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49337
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A metallic leading edge protective strip adapted to provide impact protection for a leading edge of an airfoil of a turbomachine. The protective strip is formed of a stainless steel or a nickel-based alloy and is denser and provides increased strength and elasticity characteristics as compared to an identical protective strip formed of a titanium-based alloy. The protective strip is particularly suitable for use with composite blades and allows for thinner airfoils, thereby improving engine efficiency.
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