Methods and apparatus for controlling air flow within a pulse detonation engine
US7980056B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 7, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 21, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02C5/11
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A flow control device for use with a pulse detonation chamber including an inlet coupled in flow communication with a source of compressed air. The inlet extends at least partially into the chamber to facilitate controlling air flow into the chamber. The device also includes a body portion extending downstream from and circumferentially around the inlet, wherein the body portion is positioned in flow communication with the inlet.
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