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Seals for hydrocarbon expander turbines

Journal Article · · Geotherm. Energy Mag.; (United States)
OSTI ID:5198321
Advantages and disadvantages of the following basic types of seals are described: carbon ring, labyrinth, liquid film, and face or contact. Seal oil systems required to serve the seals are described. The most common is a combined lube--seal system that has a common oil reservoir and pumping system that supplies oil for lube and seal requirements. The main components are described and illustrated. (JGB)
OSTI ID:
5198321
Journal Information:
Geotherm. Energy Mag.; (United States), Journal Name: Geotherm. Energy Mag.; (United States) Vol. 5:12; ISSN GTEMA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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