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Pressure equalization in a dual flow path exhaust of a hypersonic propulsion system

US11339744B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 7, 2020
Grant dateMay 24, 2022
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Expiry dateOct 30, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T50/60
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A dual flow path exhaust assembly for use with a combined turbofan and ramjet engine includes a turbofan engine exhaust duct, a ramjet engine exhaust duct, a combined outlet, and door configured to move between an open position and a closed position to selectively isolate the turbofan engine exhaust duct from the combined outlet.

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