Nozzle-cooling insert assembly with cast-in rib sections

摘要

A cooling insert/nozzle assembly for use in gas turbines or similar machinery includes a nozzle having inner and outer ribs with cast-in "T" sections and "L" sections, respectively, at the end of the ribs in which air flow enters the nozzle. The assembly further includes a cooling insert having a flexible end which is inserted between adjacent ribs having either the cast-in "T" or "L" sections.