Patent ID: 6652229
Filing Date: 2003-11-25
Classification: F01D,F05D

Abstract:
A segment of an annular band utilized to support a turbine nozzle of a gas turbine engine, comprising:(a) a first end and a second end opposite thereof; (b) a flange portion extending between said first and second ends; (c) a second portion extending between said first and second ends opposite said flange portion; (d) a surface extending between said first and second ends and said flange and second portions, wherein at least one inlet is formed therein; (e) at least one lug positioned at a predetermined circumferential location adjacent said flange portion for receiving a pin to attach a leaf seal to said band segment; and (f) at least one protrusion extending from said surface at a predetermined circumferential location to assist in providing balanced support to a led seal attached to said band segment.