Solar Turbines Inc.

Megan K Waller

Jeffrey Eugene Tarczy

George L Prater

Marius Dumitrascu

James Maleski

Victor Antonio Chagala Galicia

Jeffrey B Stewart

Antonio Fajardo Celis

Tip shrouds or other shrouds with multi-slope geometries are generally implemented using segments, since performing the necessary cut for an alternative split-ring design is difficult given conventional cutting processes. However, a segmented design generally results in more leakage, relative to a split-ring design. Accordingly, a split-ring multi-slope design is disclosed that can be more easily manufactured. In particular, a continuous ring may be cut along a linear path to produce a split ring, and then the ends of the split ring may be machined to form complementary shiplap portions. The split ring may then be compressed for installation by overlapping the shiplap portions, to form a seal against leakage through the shroud.

Machine ring multi-slope tipshoe/tip shroud/outer air shroud

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San Diego, CA, United States of America

Megan K Waller