Reverse Pressure Capable Finger Seal

Each finger seal consists of a number of multiple thin metal laminates, each with a multitude of flexible projections that are referred to as “fingers.” To form a functional seal, multiple laminates are formed into a stack, with each laminate oriented so that the slots between its fingers cover the slots of the neighboring laminates. For protection and support of the laminates, forward and aft cover plates are placed on each side of the finger seal stack. A high pressure exists on one side of the seal, providing a driving force to push the air from one side of the seal to the other.