Numerical Investigation on Windback Seals Used in Aero Engines

Numerical Investigation on Windback Seals Used in Aero Engines

Seals are considered one of the most important flow elements in turbomachinery applications. The most traditional and widely known seal is the labyrinth seal but in recent years other types like the brush or carbon seals were introduced since they considerably reduce the sealing air consumption. Whe...

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Main Authors: Michael Flouros, Francois Cottier, Markus Hirschmann, Christina Salpingidou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-01-01
Series:Aerospace
Subjects:
secondary air system
bearing chamber
windback seal
labyrinth seal
CFD
two phase flow
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2226-4310/5/1/12

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