Power switching system and method for an aircraft electrical brake system
US7875993B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 25, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 5, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60T2270/414
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for switching power sources for an aircraft electric brake system is disclosed. The method removes battery power from electric brake actuator controls during flight until landing gear extension occurs. The method utilizes a logic circuit to switch between available power sources based on a plurality of control signals. The method minimizes the total power drawn during flight, and saves battery power if the aircraft calls for operating on battery power only.
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