US Patent:
20170227014, Aug 10, 2017
Inventors:
- Hartford CT, US
Kaliya Balamurugan - Newington CT, US
Daniel R. Kapszukiewicz - Plainfield CT, US
Assignee:
United Technologies Corporation - Hartford CT
International Classification:
F04D 29/054
F04D 29/64
Abstract:
Systems and methods for reducing friction during gas turbine engine assembly may comprise, a rear hub which may comprise a conical web, a horizontal arm coupled to the conical web, and/or a hub kickstand coupled to the conical web. The conical web, horizontal arm, and/or hub kickstand may converge at a pivot point. The hub kickstand may be removably coupled to the tie shaft.