Patents Examined by Stephan J. Lechert
  • Hybrid ceramic article
    Patent number: 5553455
    Abstract: A hybrid ceramic article for high temperature applications is disclosed. The thermal barrier comprises an array of refractory ceramic tiles embedded in a fiber reinforced glass-ceramic matrix composite structure. The hybrid ceramic article exhibits high thermal stability and elevated temperature load bearing ability. A combustor liner and a combustor liner panel for a gas turbine engine and also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 1987
    Date of Patent: September 10, 1996
    Assignee: United Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Harold M. Craig, Otis Y. Chen