Patent ID: 8196280
Filing Date: 2012-06-12
Classification: F16J,G01B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method of inspecting an annular seal using a fixture assembly, wherein the fixture assembly comprises: a base; at least two fixture segments supported on the base and that when assembled define an annular fixture housing having an outer rim and a groove adjacent the outer rim and defined in an interior circumference thereof, the groove having a cross-sectional shape corresponding to a cross-sectional shape of the annular seat; and means for assessing at lest one dimensional characteristic of the annular seal when installed in the groove of the fixture housing, the assessing means being movable along the interior circumference of the fixture housing; wherein the assessing means comprises a movable member and means for movably supporting the movable member adjacent the groove of the fixture housing as the movable member travels along the interior circumference of the fixture housing; and the method comprising installing the annular seal in the groove of the fixture housing, wherein the annular seal comprises a brush seal assembly of a turbomachine.