Inflatable seal assembly between an engine inlet and a vehicle

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2008-06-26

2011-12-20

Le, Thao (Department: 2892)

Rotary kinetic fluid motors or pumps

Working fluid passage or distributing means associated with...

Casing having multiple parts releasably clamped

C060S799000, C060S039092, C277S596000, C415S121200, C415S174200, C415S110000

Reexamination Certificate

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08079809

ABSTRACT:
An inflatable sealing assembly for sealing between an intake section of a turbine engine and an air inlet ring of a vehicle. The inflatable sealing assembly including a seal holder coupled to the intake section of the engine and having a first inflatable seal, a second inflatable seal, and a closed cell foam material disposed therein. The first inflatable seal and the second inflatable seal are configured when inflated to provide a seal between the intake section of the turbine engine and the air inlet ring of the vehicle and prevent foreign object debris and/or water from entering the turbine engine.

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