Patent ID: 9481448
Filing Date: 2016-11-01
CPC Classification: B64C,F01D,F02C,F02K,F05D,Y10T

Claim Text:
1. A one-piece aerodynamic fan nosecone assembly comprising: a fan nosecone having a leading edge and a trailing edge with an aerodynamic exterior surface extending between the leading and trailing edge; a plurality of aerodynamic fairings spaced apart and affixed to said aerodynamic exterior surface of the fan nosecone, at least one of the fairings including: a base having an aerodynamic portion, and an attachment feature that mounts an underside of the base to the fan nosecone; and an insert having a portion projecting from the base that enhances aerodynamic sealing between the fan nosecone and a blade member, wherein the insert includes a filler material.