18667278. TURBOMACHINE AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY simplified abstract (General Electric Company)
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TURBOMACHINE AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jixian Yao of Niskayuna NY (US)
Trevor Howard Wood of Clifton Park NY (US)
Kishore Ramakrishnan of Rexford NY (US)
William Joseph Solomon of Montgomery OH (US)
Giridhar Jothiprasad of Clifton Park NY (US)
Aaron J. King of West Harrison OH (US)
TURBOMACHINE AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18667278 titled 'TURBOMACHINE AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY
The patent application describes a turbomachine with an annular casing, a fan mounted for rotation inside the casing, and an airfoil with a composite core and protective wrap.
- The fan blades extend radially outward towards the annular casing.
- The airfoil has a pressure sidewall, a suction sidewall, and a protective wrap between the leading and trailing edges.
- The fan's performance is determined by factors such as average chord fan width and quantity of fan blades.
Potential Applications: - Aerospace industry for aircraft engines - Power generation for gas turbines - Marine propulsion systems
Problems Solved: - Improved aerodynamic efficiency - Enhanced structural integrity - Increased performance and durability
Benefits: - Higher efficiency and performance - Reduced maintenance and operating costs - Extended lifespan of the turbomachine
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Turbomachines for Aerospace and Power Generation This technology can be utilized in aircraft engines, gas turbines, and marine propulsion systems, offering improved efficiency and performance in various commercial applications.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the composite core of the airfoil contribute to the overall performance of the turbomachine? 2. What are the specific advantages of having a protective wrap on the airfoil in terms of durability and efficiency?
Original Abstract Submitted
A turbomachine includes an annular casing, a fan disposed inside the annular casing and mounted for rotation about an axial centerline, and an airfoil. The fan includes fan blades that extend radially outwardly toward the annular casing. The airfoil includes a composite core having a pressure sidewall and a suction sidewall extending between a core leading edge and a core trailing edge and a leading edge protective wrap. The fan has an average chord fan width according to a first performance factor. The fan has a quantity of fan blades according to a second performance factor.
