Boundary layer inlets and transverse mounted pumps for water jet propulsion systems
US4086867A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 7, 1977 |
| Grant date | May 2, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H11/08
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A water jet propulsion system of improved efficiency with a novel boundary ayer water inlet, and having multiple water jet pumps and motors. The inlet has a large width to height ratio. The pumps may be connected to one drive shaft which can be connected to one or more motors by means of clutches.
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