Systems and methods for aircraft wing plug
US11999497B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 17, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The aircraft includes a fuselage and at least one wing extending from the fuselage. The wing includes first and second original portions and a plug portion positioned between the first and second original portions. A propulsion system is positioned on the at least one wing. The propulsion system includes at least one electric powerplant and at least one combustion powerplant. Each powerplant delivers power to a respective air mover for propelling the aircraft. The electric powerplant and/or the combustion powerplant is positioned outboard from the plug portion.
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