Gas separation: processes – With control responsive to sensed condition – Temperature sensed
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-11
2007-12-11
Hopkins, Robert A. (Department: 1724)
Gas separation: processes
With control responsive to sensed condition
Temperature sensed
C095S130000, C096S112000, C096S126000, C096S135000, C244S13500B
Reexamination Certificate
active
11422839
ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a system and method for generation of nitrogen enriched air for inerting aircraft fuels tanks. One embodiment of the present invention includes a duct assembly; a primary heat exchanger; a gas generating system heat exchanger; a first temperature sensor; a second temperature sensor; a controller monitor; a valve; an air separation module assembly having a primary module and a secondary module; at least one flow control orifice; and a pressure sensor. The present invention utilizes a minimal complement of components and streamlined processes, thus minimizing structural and operational costs while optimizing performance and safety features.
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