Aircraft wing comprising a mobile leading edge flap driven by a linear electric motor
US11440641B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 2, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 10, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02K41/031
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to an aircraft wing comprising a stationary central wing body as well as at least one mobile leading edge flap intended for being moved relative to the stationary central body between an extended position and a retracted position, the wing comprising a device for moving the mobile leading edge flap, the device being provided with at least one mobile drive rail including a front end connected to the mobile flap. According to the invention, the movement device comprises a linear electric motor including: a primary assembly provided with at least one stationary carriage comprising coils, the primary assembly being rigidly connected to the stationary central body of the wing; and a mobile secondary assembly including a magnetic track arranged on the drive rail.
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