Inlet guide vane bushing having extended life expectancy

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2006-10-17

2006-10-17

Footland, Lenard A. (Department: 3682)

Bearings

Rotary bearing

Plain bearing

C384S911000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07121727

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a bushing for use in a gas turbine engine. The bushing is suitable for use in a gas turbine engine. The thickness of the bushing is increased to about 0.050 inches and the life expectancy of the bushing is at least doubled.

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