SLIDING SEAL

摘要

The present disclosure relates generally to a sliding seal between two components. At least one of the two components includes a ramped surface on which the sliding seal slides during relative movement between the two components.

主权项

1. A seal for sealing a space defined by first and second circumferential components, the seal comprising:
a first seal section including a first base defining a ramped surface and a first leg extending from the first base, wherein an angle between the first base and the first leg comprises greater than 90 degrees; and a second seal section in sliding contact with the ramped surface; wherein the first seal section is configured to sealingly engage with the first circumferential component along a single first circumferential line of contact and to sealingly engage with the second circumferential component along a single second circumferential line of contact; and wherein the second seal section is configured to sealingly engage with the second circumferential component along a single third circumferential line of contact; and wherein the first and second seal sections are configured to move relative to one another.