Inlet particle separator systems and methods
US9314723B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 17, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02C7/055
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An inertial inlet particle separator system for a vehicle engine is provided. A separator assembly and collector assembly are coupled to the scavenge flow path and configured to receive the scavenge air. The collector inlet has a throat defining a cumulative throat area at each position along the throat length from the first throat end to the second throat end. The collector body defines a cross-sectional area associated with each position along the throat length between the first throat end and the second throat end. The collector outlet is coupled to the collector body such that scavenge air flows into the collector inlet, through the collector body, and out through the collector outlet. At a first position between the first throat end and the second throat end, the respective cross-sectional area of the collector body is greater than or equal to the respective cumulative throat area.
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