SEALING SYSTEM INCLUDING A SEAL ASSEMBLY BETWEEN COMPONENTS

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Nicholas R. Overman of Sharonville OH (US)

SEALING SYSTEM INCLUDING A SEAL ASSEMBLY BETWEEN COMPONENTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18444100 titled 'SEALING SYSTEM INCLUDING A SEAL ASSEMBLY BETWEEN COMPONENTS

The sealing system described in the patent application is designed to seal between components using a seal assembly with a seal member that has contact surfaces to interact with the component surfaces.

The first component has a surface, the second component has a surface oriented transversely to the first component surface, and the seal member has contact surfaces to slide against both component surfaces.
The seal member's first contact surface interacts with the first component surface, while the second contact surface interacts with the second component surface in a direction perpendicular to the first contact surface.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for sealing engine components - Aerospace industry for sealing aircraft parts - Manufacturing industry for sealing machinery components

Problems Solved: - Preventing leaks between components - Ensuring a secure and durable seal - Allowing for movement between components without compromising the seal

Benefits: - Improved reliability of sealed components - Reduced maintenance costs due to fewer leaks - Enhanced performance of machinery and equipment

Commercial Applications: Seal manufacturers can produce and supply these innovative sealing systems to various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, to improve the efficiency and reliability of their components.

Questions about the sealing system: 1. How does the orientation of the second contact surface contribute to the effectiveness of the seal? 2. What materials are typically used for the seal member in such sealing systems?

Original Abstract Submitted

A sealing system for sealing between components. The sealing system includes a first component, a second component, and a seal assembly including a seal member. The first component includes a first component surface, and the second component includes a second component surface. The second component surface is oriented in a direction transverse to the first contact surface. The seal member has a plurality of contact surfaces including a first contact surface and a second contact surface. The first contact surface is configured to contact the first component surface and to slide relative to the first component surface. The second contact surface is configured to contact the second component surface and to slide relative to the second component surface. The second contact surface is oriented in a direction transverse to the first contact surface.