Integrated current return network in composite structures
US10343791B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05F3/02
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An aircraft component incorporated in a current return network (CRN) employs a composite structural element having a web. At least one flange is connected to the web. At least one metallic conductive layer is integrated with and extends the length of the web. The at least one metallic layer is configured to electrically bond to an aircraft system and provide a ground path.
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