Power distribution architecture for an ice protection system
US7922121B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 15, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 15, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D2221/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ice protection system for a vehicle is disclosed which includes a plurality of de-ice power distribution units positioned proximate to a leading edge surface of the vehicle that is susceptible to ice accretion, at least two anti-ice power distribution units located within the vehicle, spaced from the de-ice power distribution units, and a point of power regulation located within the vehicle, spaced from the power distribution units, from which power is fed to the power distribution units through independent feeder wire bundles so as to distribute line current across the system in a manner that optimizes wire weight.
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