Distributed propulsion configurations for aircraft having mixed drive systems
US11697505B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 10, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 11, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An aircraft propulsion system is disclosed that includes at least one hybrid-electric powerplant for delivering power to an air mover for propelling the aircraft, wherein the at least one hybrid-electric powerplant includes a heat engine and an electric motor arranged in a parallel drive configuration or an in-line drive configuration.
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