Abstract:
A number of variations may include a method of optimizing inlet guide vane performance comprising: modifying an inlet guide vane to include at least one of a twist, a curve, a surface texture, a sealing feature, a tip leakage reduction feature, an airfoil having at least one component, or at least one channel.
Abstract:
A mechanism may include a housing with an inlet passage and an outlet passage joined to the inlet passage by a valve chamber. The valve chamber may contain a plurality of vanes. The vanes may be arranged to: substantially close flow between the inlet passage and the outlet passage; induce swirl between the inlet passage and the outlet passage in both a first direction and a second direction; and be positioned parallel to flow between the inlet passage and the outlet passage. Closing off flow from the inlet passage may enhance flow from an exhaust gas port to the outlet passage.