HYDROGEN FUEL DISTRIBUTOR

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HYDROGEN FUEL DISTRIBUTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240263791 titled 'HYDROGEN FUEL DISTRIBUTOR

The patent application describes a fuel mixture distribution system for a turbine engine assembly, specifically focusing on the design of the combustor and fuel mixture distributor to achieve optimal mixing and prevent flashback.

The system includes a combustor with a combustion chamber defined by a wall, and a fuel mixture distributor with an air conduit that extends through the wall to a mixing chamber.
The shape of the air conduit is carefully designed to ensure the desired mixing of fuel and air without flashback occurring at any operating conditions.
A fuel distributor extends into the mixing chamber upstream of the exit opening, featuring multiple fuel openings for mixing fuel with the airflow passing through the chamber.

Potential Applications: - Aerospace industry for turbine engines - Power generation systems - Industrial gas turbines

Problems Solved: - Efficient fuel-air mixing - Prevention of flashback in combustors - Optimal combustion performance

Benefits: - Improved fuel efficiency - Enhanced engine performance - Reduced emissions

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Fuel Mixture Distribution System for Turbine Engines This technology can be utilized in commercial aircraft, power plants, and industrial machinery to enhance combustion efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to fuel mixture distribution systems in turbine engines to understand the evolution of this technology.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in fuel-air mixing technologies for turbine engines to ensure optimal performance and compliance with environmental regulations.

Questions about Fuel Mixture Distribution Systems: 1. How does the design of the air conduit prevent flashback in the combustor? 2. What are the key advantages of using a fuel mixture distributor with multiple fuel openings in the mixing chamber?

Original Abstract Submitted

a fuel mixture distribution system for a turbine engine assembly includes a combustor that includes a wall that defines a combustion chamber, a fuel mixture distributor that includes an air conduit that defines a mixing chamber that extends through the wall along between an inlet to an exit opening to the combustion chamber, the air conduit shape is defined to achieve the desired mixing and prevent flashback at all operating conditions, and a fuel distributor extends into the mixing chamber at a location upstream of the exit opening. the fuel distributor includes a plurality of fuel openings where a fuel flow is communicated and mixed with an airflow passing through the mixing chamber.