Fluid reaction surfaces (i.e. – impellers) – Specific working member mount – Blade received in well or slot
Patent
1988-10-24
1990-04-10
Powell, Jr., Everette A.
Fluid reaction surfaces (i.e., impellers)
Specific working member mount
Blade received in well or slot
416221, F01D 532
Patent
active
049155873
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method is provided for locking side entry blades, in a rotor, such as used in compressors, turbines and fans. The apparatus utilizes arcuate locking devices retained in a circumferential groove in the periphery of the rotor. Each locking device features a key which engages a keyway in the side of the blade root shank. Use of the locking devices does not require that the blades having abutting platforms.
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Donlan John P.
Gergely George A.
McLaurin Leroy D.
Pisz Frank A.
Bach K.
Powell Jr. Everette A.
Westinghouse Electric Corp.
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