18522598. AIRCRAFT POWER PLANT simplified abstract (PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA CORP.)
Contents
- 1 AIRCRAFT POWER PLANT
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 AIRCRAFT POWER PLANT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
AIRCRAFT POWER PLANT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Serge Dussault of Ste-Julie (CA)
AIRCRAFT POWER PLANT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18522598 titled 'AIRCRAFT POWER PLANT
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method for driving a load on an aircraft by transferring motive power from an internal combustion engine to the load, utilizing exhaust gases to generate additional power through a turbine.
- Motive power is transferred from an internal combustion engine to the load on the aircraft.
- First exhaust gas is discharged from the internal combustion engine during power transfer.
- The first exhaust gas is received into a combustor where fuel is mixed with it and ignited to generate second exhaust gas.
- The second exhaust gas is then used to drive a turbine.
- The turbine is driven by the flow of second exhaust gas from the combustor, transferring additional power to the load.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in aircraft propulsion systems to improve efficiency and power generation.
Problems Solved
This innovation helps in maximizing the use of exhaust gases to generate additional power, enhancing the overall performance of aircraft power plants.
Benefits
The method increases the efficiency of aircraft power plants, potentially reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
Potential Commercial Applications
One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the development of more efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft engines.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar methods of utilizing exhaust gases for power generation in aircraft engines, but this specific combination of steps may be novel.
Unanswered Questions
How does this method compare to traditional aircraft power plant systems?
This article does not provide a direct comparison between this innovative method and traditional aircraft power plant systems in terms of efficiency, performance, and environmental impact.
Are there any limitations or challenges associated with implementing this technology in existing aircraft engines?
The article does not address any potential limitations or challenges that may arise when implementing this technology in current aircraft engines, such as compatibility issues or modifications required.
Original Abstract Submitted
Aircraft power plants and associated methods are provided. A method for driving a load on an aircraft includes: transferring motive power from an internal combustion (IC) engine to the load; discharging a flow of first exhaust gas from the IC engine when transferring motive power from the IC engine to the load; receiving the flow of first exhaust gas from the IC engine into a combustor; mixing fuel with the first exhaust gas in the combustor and igniting the fuel to generate a flow of second exhaust gas; receiving the flow of second exhaust gas at a turbine and driving the turbine with the flow of second exhaust gas from the combustor; and transferring motive power from the turbine to the load.
