Method and device for detecting an overstepping of design loads of the tailplane of an aircraft
US7382283B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64F5/60
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Detection of the overstepping of design loads of an aircraft tailplane may include determining current bending and twisting moments applied to the aircraft. The determined bending and twisting moments are compared with a safety envelope to determine the risk of developing permanent deformations on the tailplane. A determination is made as to whether a structural inspection of the tailplane should be performed based on the comparison result.
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