摘要 |
A support element 22 is fitted between adjacent vanes 8, 14 in a gas turbine engine, in order to suppress vibrations in the vanes 8, 14 . The support element 22 comprises a body portion 24 and pad portions 38, 40 which contact the vanes 8, 14 over a wide area to restrain displacement of the vanes 8, 14 while minimising overstressing. |