/Centrifugal Fan Or Compressor Composite Impeller With Abrasion Resistance
Abstract

A fan impeller made of complex three-dimensional composite structures which results in the combination of mechanical properties and abrasion and erosion resistance which allows for improved utility, functionality, reliability, cost, and safety for the user. The specific composite structures vary based on fan size and design as well as the gas and application requirements relative to such factors as but not limited to temperature, corrosivity, abrasiveness, etc., and may include but are not limited to combinations of fibers, resins, 3D printed reinforcement structures, cast reinforcement structures, and/or fabricated reinforcement structures.

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What is claimed is:

A fan impeller made of complex three-dimensional composite structures which results in the combination of mechanical properties and abrasion and erosion resistance which allows for improved utility, functionality, reliability, cost, and safety for the user. The specific composite structures vary based on fan size and design as well as the gas and application requirements relative to such factors as but not limited to temperature, corrosivity, abrasiveness, etc., and may include but are not limited to combinations of fibers, resins, 3D printed reinforcement structures, cast reinforcement structures, and/or fabricated reinforcement structures.
Timeline
Filed
05/20/2026
Published
09/17/2026
Granted
Not Available
IPC Codes(2)
F04D 29/28:for centrifugal or helico-centrifugal pumps
F04D 29/02:Selection of particular materials (for handling specific liquids F04D 7/00)