Combined rescue beacon and flight recorder device for an aircraft and aircraft provided with such a device
US9187183B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/50
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A combined rescue beacon and flight recorder device for an airplane is ejectable, buoyant and/or provided with flotation devices. The combined rescue beacon and flight recorder device comprises a frame provided with at least one outer side surface having a solar panel. The combined rescue beacon and flight recorder device is configured to be placed in a housing created in an airfoil element of the aircraft.
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