Testing device for oil flow problems in jet engines
US6000283A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 19, 1997 |
| Grant date | Dec 14, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 19, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01M15/14
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The testing device is mounted on a portable stand so that it is easily placed near the aircraft engine to be tested. A source of pressure air is further required for the testing device. A portable source or a shop source is sufficient. The testing device has an output hose connected to a selected port for testing a gear box, sump, etc. The air pressure is adjusted going into the selected port and then the flow of air is measured. The reading obtained therefrom is then compared to a predetermined standard for that particular section to determine if there is a problem therein. If the problem is detected then corrective action is taken to eliminated the problem. This procedure is applied to as many ports as necessary to find the oil pressure problem.
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