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Method and system for APU oil level indication

US10378692B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 11, 2016
Grant dateAug 13, 2019
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Expiry dateMay 18, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16N2250/18
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An auxiliary power unit (APU) oil quantity indication system and method provides a stable and accurate oil quantity indication during startup, mission duration and shutdown. The system determines a gulp value at various stages of operation, which is combined with a raw oil quantity indication to provide an indicated oil quantity.

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