Component having a flange defining a groove therein

Abstract

A component is provided. The component is configured to bear on a complementary surface. The component includes a flange located on a periphery of the component. The flange of the component defines an extended provided therein. The flange of the component also defines a plurality of apertures therethrough. The plurality of apertures extended through the flange and are structured and arranged to receive fasteners therethrough. Further, the groove on the flange includes first portions and second portions. The first portions of the groove extend between adjoining apertures of the plurality of apertures and the second portions of the groove are detour portions in proximity to the apertures of the plurality of apertures. The groove is structured and arranged to receive a sealant therein. The sealant forms continuous seal along the periphery of the component in response to the flange being pressed against the complementary surface.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A component configured to bear on a complementary surface, the component comprising:
 a flange located on a periphery of the component and defining an extended groove therein; and   a plurality of apertures extended through the flange and being structured and arranged to receive fasteners therethrough;   wherein the groove being formed to include first portions and second portions, the first portions being extended between adjoining apertures of the plurality of apertures and the second portions of the groove being detour portions in proximity to the apertures of the plurality of apertures; and   wherein the groove is structured and arranged to receive a sealant therein and form a continuous seal along the periphery of the component in response to the flange being pressed against the complementary surface.