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Apparatus and method for providing fireproofing to an aircraft auxiliary power unit

US7093666B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 20, 2003
Grant dateAug 22, 2006
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T50/40
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fire protection apparatus for an oil cooler in an aircraft auxiliary power unit compartment adapted to at least partially cover the oil cooler to thereby at least partially block flames from directly impinging the oil cooler in the event of a fire in the compartment. An associated means and method are also disclosed.

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