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Transition shoulder system and method for diverting boundary layer air

US5749542A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 1996
Grant dateMay 12, 1998
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Expiry dateMay 28, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/0536
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A diverterless engine inlet system that integrates a transition shoulder into a system for diverting air from the inlet of an aircraft engine. ????? The bump includes an isentropic compression surface raised outwardly from the body of the aircraft to form a portion of the inner surface of the inlet. The transition surface works with the compression surface to divert low energy boundary layer air from the inlet during aircraft operation.

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