Electrically conductive object having an ablative layer thereon for protecting the same from damage by an electrical discharge
US3965285A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 8, 1974 |
| Grant date | Jun 22, 1976 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 1994 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/31678
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A process and structure are described for protecting objects from the damaging effects of electrical discharges by employing a coating of a conductive, ablative material such as graphite. Upon occurrence of an intense electrical discharge to this material, it evaporates to dissipate the heat produced by the discharge and protect the structural integrity of the object.
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