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Aircraft external part with inflatable panels

US10196124B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 5, 2016
Grant dateFeb 5, 2019
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Expiry dateMay 1, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U20/70
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An external part of an aircraft (such as a fairing) comprising a skin made with flexible materials attached to rigid supporting elements (such as longerons and frames) arranged in, at least, two directions. The skin comprises inner inflatable panels in all bays delimited by the rigid supporting elements and/or an external inflatable panel. The skin is joined to the supporting elements so that its external surface complies with aerodynamic requirements.

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