Method and system for limiting blade pitch

Details Method and system for limiting blade pitch Method and system for limiting blade pitch

2008-09-30

2011-12-27

Dickey, Thomas L (Department: 2893)

Fluid reaction surfaces (i.e., impellers)

With measuring, testing, signalling or inspection means

C416S153000, C290S055000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08083482

ABSTRACT:
A method for limiting blade pitch is provided. The method includes providing a brake assembly that is actuatable to limit blade pitch, providing a limit stop assembly including a stop wheel and a traveler movable relative to the stop wheel, and coupling the limit stop assembly to the brake assembly such that the limit stop assembly actuates the brake assembly when the traveler engages the stop wheel.

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