US Patent:
20090320441, Dec 31, 2009
Inventors:
Al Selder - Gilbert AZ, US
Raymond A. Sutyak - Queen Creek AZ, US
Donald R. Piscopo - Phoenix AZ, US
Marc Schmittenberg - Phoenix AZ, US
Assignee:
HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC. - Morristown NJ
International Classification:
F02C 7/28
Abstract:
An inflatable sealing assembly for sealing between an intake section of a turbine engine and an air inlet ring of a vehicle. The inflatable sealing assembly including a seal holder coupled to the intake section of the engine and having a first inflatable seal, a second inflatable seal, and a closed cell foam material disposed therein. The first inflatable seal and the second inflatable seal are configured when inflated to provide a seal between the intake section of the turbine engine and the air inlet ring of the vehicle and prevent foreign object debris and/or water from entering the turbine engine.