Apparatus for minimizing inlet airflow turbulence in a gas turbi

Details Apparatus for minimizing inlet airflow turbulence in a gas turbi Apparatus for minimizing inlet airflow turbulence in a gas turbi

1997-12-18

2000-04-04

Verdier, Christopher

Rotary kinetic fluid motors or pumps

Selectively adjustable vane or working fluid control means

Upstream of runner

415160, 415230, 415231, 277637, 277645, F01D 1716, F01D 1100

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060453257

ABSTRACT:
A seal, and method of using same, for an inlet guide vane in a gas turbine engine includes a longitudinally extending tubular portion that has a longitudinal axis defined therethrough, a dovetail portion including a rib portion and a retaining feature. The rib portion is integral with the tubular portion and extends parallel to the axis, and the rib portion extends in a direction radially outward from the axis. The retaining feature is integral with the rib portion and tapers toward the axis.

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