Vortex inhibiting closed spherical outlet structure

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1982-09-29

1984-08-28

Barefoot, Galen L.

Aeronautics and astronautics

Aircraft structure

Fuel supply

244158R, 137590, B64G 166

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044679858

ABSTRACT:
Spherical tank 30 has its outlet 34 angularly positioned away from the tank center line axis 54 which is parallel to the local gravity vector 26. This angular positioning of outlet 34 inhibits vortexing as liquid is withdrawn from tank 30.

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