Brush seals in turbine engines offer a potential increase in efficiency relative to labyrinth seals, and the response of the bristles to the aerodynamic forces is an important factor in their performance. In some respects the behaviour of a single bristle gives a good indication of the seal behaviour. Here, we examine the single bristle problem using linear beam theory and Coulomb friction with a View to understanding the phenomenon of "locking".
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