Boundary layer control arrangement
US7802760B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 8, 2005 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A boundary layer control arrangement comprises a pulse generator communicating with a surface having a fluid boundary layer thereacross. The boundary layer control arrangement further includes a fluid supply means for supplying a fluid to the surface via the pulse generator. The pulse generator is constructed such that fluid acts on the pulse generator to cause the fluid to pulse. Pulsing fluid passes from the pulse generator to the surface.
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