Propulsion system for an aircraft
US9764848B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 24, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 19, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A propulsion system for an aircraft includes an electric generator and a turbomachine. The turbomachine is configured to be mounted to a first wing of the aircraft and is operable with the electric generator. The propulsion system additionally includes a first propulsor mechanically coupled to a shaft of the turbomachine and a second propulsor assembly configured to be mounted at a location away from the turbomachine and the first propulsor. The electric generator is in electrical communication with the second propulsor assembly for powering the second propulsor assembly.
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