Variable fluid intake with ramp and inflatable bag

Details Variable fluid intake with ramp and inflatable bag Variable fluid intake with ramp and inflatable bag

2005-10-26

2008-09-30

Carone, Michael J. (Department: 3644)

Aeronautics and astronautics

Aircraft power plants

C244S00100R, C137S015100

Reexamination Certificate

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07429018

ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatus for a fluid inlet according to various aspects of the present invention comprise a housing and a ramp at least partially within the housing. The housing and the ramp define a passage through which air may flow to the engine and a cavity on the opposite side of the ramp from the passage. The ramp is moveable within the housing to change the size of the passage and the cavity. The system further comprises a seal substantially disposed across the cavity.

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