Spar structure with integrated down conductor element for lightning protection system
US11994112B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 2019 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P70/50
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A sparcap for a spar structure inside a wind turbine blade is provided. A down conductor element is integrated on a side of the sparcap such that after assembly of the sparcap into the spar structure, the down conductor element extends along an outer corner of the spar structure.
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