Flap actuation systems and related methods
US11608161B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 8, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C13/38
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Example flap actuation systems and related methods are disclosed herein. An example flap actuation system includes a first actuator, a second actuator, a first drive arm coupled to the first actuator and to a flap, a second drive arm coupled to the second actuator and to the flap, a first cam, and a first output shaft. The first cam is to couple to the first drive to enable the first actuator to actuate the flap via the first drive arm. The example flap actuation system includes a second cam and a second output shaft. The first cam is to be uncoupled from the first drive arm in response to a failure of the first actuator. The second actuator is to actuate the flap via the first drive arm and the second drive arm in response to the failure of the first actuator.
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