AIRCRAFT ENGINE SENSING APPARATUS WITH INSULATED CONNECTION WIRES

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Inventor(s)

Joel Douglas Stolfus of Freeport IL (US)

AIRCRAFT ENGINE SENSING APPARATUS WITH INSULATED CONNECTION WIRES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18431882 titled 'AIRCRAFT ENGINE SENSING APPARATUS WITH INSULATED CONNECTION WIRES

The present disclosure relates to aircraft engine sensing apparatuses and methods of manufacturing them.

Aircraft engine sensing apparatus includes an aircraft engine sensor, connection wires, and ceramic insulator.
Sensor is positioned within the aircraft engine.
Connection wires connect the sensor to a sensor connector.
Wires are positioned within a wire protection housing.
Ceramic insulator is positioned within the wire protection housing and defines insulator openings.
Each connection wire passes through one of the insulator openings.

Potential Applications: - Aerospace industry for aircraft engine monitoring and maintenance. - Aviation safety for real-time engine performance data. - Research and development for improving engine efficiency.

Problems Solved: - Enhances aircraft engine monitoring capabilities. - Improves maintenance procedures for aircraft engines. - Increases safety by providing accurate sensor data.

Benefits: - Enhanced engine performance. - Improved safety measures. - Cost-effective maintenance solutions.

Commercial Applications: Title: Aircraft Engine Sensor Technology for Enhanced Performance and Safety This technology can be used in commercial aircraft, military aircraft, and unmanned aerial vehicles for efficient engine monitoring and maintenance, leading to improved safety and performance.

Questions about Aircraft Engine Sensing Apparatus: 1. How does the ceramic insulator contribute to the functionality of the aircraft engine sensing apparatus?

  The ceramic insulator provides insulation and protection for the connection wires, ensuring reliable sensor data transmission.

2. What are the potential challenges in integrating this technology into existing aircraft engine systems?

  The integration process may require modifications to the engine structure and wiring systems to accommodate the new sensing apparatus.

Original Abstract Submitted

Various examples of the present disclosure provide aircraft engine sensing apparatuses and methods of manufacturing aircraft engine sensing apparatuses. For example, an example aircraft engine sensing apparatus includes an aircraft engine sensor, a plurality of connection wires, and at least one ceramic insulator. In some examples, the aircraft engine sensor is positioned within an aircraft engine. In some examples, the plurality of connection wires connect the aircraft engine sensor to a sensor connector. In some examples, the plurality of connection wires are positioned within a wire protection housing. In some examples, the at least one ceramic insulator is positioned within the wire protection housing and defines a plurality of insulator openings. In some examples, each of the plurality of connection wires passes through one of the plurality of insulator openings.