General electric company (20240318572). SEAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE simplified abstract
SEAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE
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Inventor(s)
Narendra Anand Hardikar of Hamilton OH (US)
David Raju Yamarthi of Bengaluru (IN)
Rahul Anil Bidkar of Clifton Park NY (US)
Ravindra Shankar Ganiger of Bengaluru (IN)
Prateek Jalan of Bengaluru (IN)
Deepak Trivedi of Halfmoon NY (US)
SEAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240318572 titled 'SEAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FOR A TURBINE ENGINE
The abstract describes a turbine engine with a rotor, stator, and seal assembly for forming a fluid bearing with the rotor.
- The turbine engine has a rotor and stator, with a seal assembly in between.
- The seal assembly includes a seal segment with a seal face for forming a fluid bearing.
- A seal support assembly with a prestressed spring biases the seal segment along the radial direction.
Potential Applications: - Aerospace industry for aircraft engines - Power generation in gas turbines - Marine propulsion systems
Problems Solved: - Reducing friction and wear between rotor and stator - Enhancing efficiency and performance of turbine engines
Benefits: - Improved reliability and longevity of turbine engines - Increased energy efficiency and reduced maintenance costs
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Turbine Engine Seal Technology for Aerospace and Power Generation This technology can be used in aircraft engines, gas turbines, and marine propulsion systems, offering improved performance and efficiency in various commercial applications.
Prior Art: Prior art related to turbine engine seal technology can be found in patents and research papers on fluid bearings, seal assemblies, and turbine engine components.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in turbine engine seal technology through industry conferences, research publications, and collaborations with academic institutions.
Questions about Turbine Engine Seal Technology: 1. How does the seal assembly in a turbine engine contribute to reducing friction and wear? 2. What are the key factors to consider when designing a seal support assembly for a turbine engine?
Original Abstract Submitted
a turbine engine is provided. the turbine engine defines a radial direction and includes: a rotor; a stator comprising a carrier; a seal assembly disposed between the rotor and the stator, the seal assembly comprising a first seal segment, the seal segment having a seal face configured to form a fluid bearing with the rotor; and a seal support assembly, the seal support assembly comprising a prestressed spring assembly extending from the seal segment for biasing the seal segment along the radial direction.