18186704. COMPRESSOR AND SEAL simplified abstract (Honeywell International Inc.)
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COMPRESSOR AND SEAL
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Inventor(s)
Benjamin Tang of Monterey Park CA (US)
Amanda L. Webb of Torrance CA (US)
COMPRESSOR AND SEAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18186704 titled 'COMPRESSOR AND SEAL
The abstract describes a centrifugal compressor with a first and second stage, a flow path between the stages, an impeller, and a labyrinth seal with teeth and lumens.
- The centrifugal compressor includes a first and second stage
- There is a flow path between the stages
- The compressor has an impeller
- The labyrinth seal has teeth and lumens
- The lumen inlet is located between adjacent teeth
Potential Applications: - Industrial air compression - Gas turbine engines - HVAC systems
Problems Solved: - Improved efficiency in compression - Reduced leakage in the compressor
Benefits: - Higher performance - Lower energy consumption - Longer lifespan of the compressor
Commercial Applications: Title: "Efficient Centrifugal Compressor for Industrial Applications" This technology can be used in various industries such as manufacturing, energy production, and HVAC systems, leading to improved efficiency and cost savings.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the labyrinth seal with teeth and lumens improve the performance of the centrifugal compressor? - The labyrinth seal helps reduce leakage and improve efficiency by creating a tight seal between the stages. 2. What are the potential drawbacks of using a labyrinth seal in a centrifugal compressor? - While the labyrinth seal can improve efficiency, it may require more maintenance due to its intricate design.
Original Abstract Submitted
An example centrifugal compressor includes a first stage and a second stage, a flow path within the centrifugal compressor between the first and second stages, an impeller, and a labyrinth seal. The labyrinth seal comprises a plurality of teeth, a lumen through a thickness of the labyrinth seal, and a lumen inlet disposed between adjacent teeth of the plurality of teeth.
