Methods and apparatus for assembling a rotary machine

Details Methods and apparatus for assembling a rotary machine Methods and apparatus for assembling a rotary machine

2008-03-18

2008-03-18

Edgar, Richard A. (Department: 3745)

Rotary kinetic fluid motors or pumps

Bearing, seal, or liner between runner portion and static part

Resilient, flexible, or resiliently biased

C415S174500, C277S413000

Reexamination Certificate

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07344357

ABSTRACT:
A method for assembling at least one seal assembly to a turbine having a casing extending at least partially around a rotor is provided. The method includes coupling the seal assembly to the casing such that the seal assembly extends into a fluid flow passage defined between the rotor and the casing and coupling at least one spring between the seal assembly and the casing to bias each seal assembly.

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