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Tapered Ring SealCentering force maximized by decreased seal clearance in flow direction. Increased centering force prevents contact between seal and shaft, eliminating seal wear. Ring seals used to restrict fluid leakage between rotating shaft and nonrotating housing. Seal used in Space Shuttle main engine oxygen pump.
Document ID
19840000361
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Fleming, D. P.
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1985
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 8
Issue: 4
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Machinery
Report/Patent Number
LEW-10455
Report Number: LEW-10455
ISSN: 0145-319X
Accession Number
84B10361
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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