System and method for converting clearance data into vibration data
US7920973B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 21, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments described herein generally relate to a method of measuring the vibration of an aircraft engine. One embodiment herein provides an engine monitoring system either connected to and/or positioned in close proximity to an aircraft engine. Also provided is a clearance measuring device within the engine monitoring system. The clearanceometer collects clearance data that is later converted into vibration data.
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