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Sector modifications

Effectively introducing additional flow interferance for Air/ gas reduces leakage of o2. The advantages of this are self explanitory.

Effect of Double Sealing:

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Definition of Leakage:

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Double Radial Walls:

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Advantages:

  • Introduces additional Flow Interferance, therefore reduces Leakage
  • Improves Fan Power efficiency
  • Slightly reduces carry over leakage

Disadvantages:

  • Very slight loss in heat transfer
  • Initial costs for the modifications
  • Extra baskets (may not be a factor)

Alternative Sealing Options:

  1. Radial, Flexible Seals
  2. Basket Seals
  3. Sector Modifications
  4. Axial & Circular Seal alternatives