Aircraft engine constant frequency starter/generator
US9035478B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 26, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 19, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 24, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A constant frequency starter/generator for a turbine engine includes a first inverter/converter, a second inverter/converter, a DC link electrically connecting the first inverter/converter to the second inverter/converter, and an electric machine having a synchronous main machine, wherein the constant frequency starter/generator is operable in a start mode and a run mode.
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