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Device for varying the thrust of a propulsion system using a solid propellant

US4777795A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 18, 1987
Grant dateOct 18, 1988
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02K9/86
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The device comprises, at the outlet of the combustion chamber 3, a movable assembly comprising a hollow closure member 26 constituting a needle 27, a thermal shield 22 and an annular piston 14. This closure member acts as a piston under the effect of the pressure of the gases and drives the annular piston so as to expel a hydraulic fluid from a jack chamber 33 having an adjustable outlet 34. The closure member 26 defines a chamber 28 for calming the gases.

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