Detachable probe and sealing of an integrated air data sensor
US10739372B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 15, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01P5/165
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system includes a probe and a transducer. The probe is detachable and includes a mount having an outlet of a first gas path extending through the probe and a protrusion extending away from the mount. The transducer is configured to mate with the mount and includes a sealing feature adjacent an inlet of the second gas path in fluid communication with the first gas path. When the mount of the probe is adjacent the transducer, the protrusion interacts with the sealing feature such that the sealing feature is in an open position to allow air to flow from the first gas path into the second gas path. When the mount of the probe is distant from the transducer, the sealing feature is in a closed position to prevent contaminants from entering the second gas path.
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