Multi-tank system for aerial firefighting aircraft
US10273003B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 14, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C1/061
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A multi-tank system and aircraft for dispersing firefighting materials includes a fuselage, a pair of wings, a first storage tank, a second storage tank, a first opening, a second opening, a first closure, a second closure, and an actuator. The first opening is disposed forward of a center of gravity of the aircraft and the second opening is disposed rearward of the center of gravity of the aircraft to maintain stability of the aircraft. The first opening is coupled to the first storage tank and the second opening is coupled to the second storage tank; a fuselage keel beam is positioned around the perimeters of the first and second openings. The actuator is configured to open the first closure and the second closure, in order to disperse firefighting materials such as water, fire retardant, or a mixture thereof.
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