Printed multifunctional skin for aerodynamic structures and associated systems and methods
US11477888B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 8, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S439/91
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for printed multifunctional skins are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, an aerodynamic apparatus includes an aerodynamic structure having a first surface exposed to an outside environment, and a second surface exposed to an inside environment. A printed sensor is carried by the first surface of the aerodynamic structure, electronic components are carried by the second surface of the aerodynamic structure, and at least one printed conductive trace is carried by the first surface and the second surface. The printed conductive trace electrically connects the printed sensor with the electronics.
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