18059515. AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM simplified abstract (General Electric Company)
AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Michael Joseph Murray of Wyoming OH (US)
Victor Moreno Patan of Querétaro (MX)
AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18059515 titled 'AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The aircraft fuel system described in the patent application includes a first fuel storage tank for storing a first fuel, a fuel oxygen reduction unit for generating deoxygenated fuel from the first fuel, and a second fuel storage tank for storing the deoxygenated fuel and supplying it to an engine.
- First fuel storage tank for storing a first fuel
- Fuel oxygen reduction unit for generating deoxygenated fuel
- Second fuel storage tank for storing and supplying deoxygenated fuel to an engine
Potential Applications
The technology could be used in aircraft fuel systems to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.
Problems Solved
The technology helps in reducing the oxygen content in the fuel, which can improve combustion efficiency and reduce harmful emissions.
Benefits
- Improved fuel efficiency - Reduced emissions - Enhanced engine performance
Potential Commercial Applications
"Improved Aircraft Fuel System Efficiency and Emissions Reduction"
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to fuel systems in aircraft that aim to improve efficiency and reduce emissions, but specific examples are not provided in this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does the fuel oxygen reduction unit generate deoxygenated fuel?
The patent application does not provide detailed information on the specific process or technology used by the fuel oxygen reduction unit to generate deoxygenated fuel from the first fuel.
What is the expected impact of this technology on overall aircraft performance?
The patent application does not discuss the potential impact of this technology on other aspects of aircraft performance, such as speed, range, or maintenance requirements.
Original Abstract Submitted
An aircraft fuel system includes a first fuel storage tank arranged to store a first fuel, a fuel oxygen reduction unit arranged to generate a deoxygenated fuel from the first fuel, and a second fuel storage tank arranged to store the deoxygenated fuel generated by the fuel oxygen reduction unit, and being arranged to supply the deoxygenated fuel to an engine.
