High-temperature, bellows hybrid seal

U.S. Patent Number: 5332239

Abstract: A high-temperature hybrid seal is constructed of multiple elements to meet the many demands placed on the seal. The primary elements are: a central high-temperature bellows, a braided ceramic sheath covering the bellows, an outer abrasion resistant sheath covering the ceramic sheath, and a structurally-sound seal-end termination.

Inventors: Steinetz; Bruce M. (Broadview Heights, OH), Sirocky; Paul J. (Middleburg Heights, OH)

Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Administrator of the (Washington, DC)

Application Number: 08/007,874

Issued: 1994-07-26

Expired: 2006-07-26

Classes: 277/345 ; 277/936

Field of search: 277/27,34,34.3,34.6,75,76,88,212FB,226,229,230,DIG.6 239/265.11,265.19,265.33,265.37,265.39

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