Anti-icing system for aircraft
US9764847B2 · kind B2 · utility
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19Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 16, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 19, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 19, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D2033/0233
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for heating a surface of an aircraft. A flow of air is received from a portion of an engine in a tube system. The air flowing through the tube system is heated. The air is sent to the surface of the aircraft. The flow of the air from the portion of the engine and the heating system to heat the surface of the aircraft are controlled. Icing conditions at the surface of the aircraft are reduced.
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