Device for monitoring the integrity and soundness of a mechanical structure, and method for operating such a device
US9418039B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07C5/085
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to a device for monitoring the integrity and soundness of a mechanical structure, such as an aircraft. The device comprises a control unit, a radio frequency transmission means, and an electric battery. The control unit recovers data from a set of digital and/or analog sensors. The radio frequency transmission means enables the control unit to transmit the data received from the sensors to a man/machine interface. The electric battery powers the device and is rechargeable. The device further comprises a module for recovering electromagnetic energy capable of converting the recovered electromagnetic energy into electric power so as to recharge the battery and/or directly power the device.
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