Rear mounted engine design with improved maintenance access...

Details Rear mounted engine design with improved maintenance access... Rear mounted engine design with improved maintenance access...

2006-09-19

2006-09-19

Culbreth, Eric (Department: 3616)

Motor vehicles

Bodies

Movable body portion facilitating engine access

C296S024400, C296S037100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07108093

ABSTRACT:
A military vehicle with a turbine engine mounted on an outer rear corner of the vehicle, with the engine being installed in a vertical orientation in order to save critical space. The vehicle is provided with access hatches which enable operators to easily work on the engine and related power generation components. The positioning of the engine allows the crew of the vehicle to be shielded from the heat, noise, and exhaust of the engine. The rear positioning of the engine also provides improved survivability of the engine, as well as a reduced heat signature for the vehicle. Finally, the unique engine placement provides easy access for maintenance and removal of components or component modules.

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