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Aircraft with reciprocating engines partially embedded in the fuselage

US8573532B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 20, 2009
Grant dateNov 5, 2013
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Expiry dateNov 17, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D29/04
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An aircraft provided with turbojet engines of which the nacelles are partially embedded in the fuselage of the aircraft is disclosed. The aircraft includes an internal space at engine nacelles. The internal space includes a platform capable of supporting personnel and maintenance equipment, with the portions of the nacelles located inside the aircraft comprising trapdoors or devices for accessing inside the engines from the platform.

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