In-flight refueling systems with a digital communication sub-system
US9296486B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 27, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D39/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention provides in-flight refueling systems with a communication sub-system available in radio silence operations including at least a first digital wireless data link comprising a first RF transceiver and a second RF transceiver coupled, respectively, to first and second antennas located in two points inside the boom or the hose of the refueling system or in RF communication with them and connected, respectively, to refueling control units in the tanker aircraft and in the free end of the refueling device by data buses allowing a digital communication between them.
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