Connection apparatus for improving the crashworthiness of aircraft fluid systems
US10710699B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 16, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 7, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D37/32
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fluid connection system for fluidly connecting a pair of fluid reservoirs, such as fuel cells, includes a bellowed portion surrounding a connection portion through which fluid can flow between the two reservoirs. The bellowed portion allows for relative movement between the two reservoirs without breaking the fluid-tight connection between the two reservoirs. Also, a guard member surrounds at least some of the outer periphery of the bellowed portion. The guard member serves as a shield around the fluid-tight connection and bellowed portion, and thereby helps prevent damage to the fluid-tight connection in the event of a crash or hard landing.
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