Honda motor co., ltd. (20240300663). THRUST GENERATOR FOR ROTORCRAFT simplified abstract

THRUST GENERATOR FOR ROTORCRAFT

Organization Name

honda motor co., ltd.

Inventor(s)

Ryuzaburo Kobayashi of Saitama (JP)

THRUST GENERATOR FOR ROTORCRAFT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240300663 titled 'THRUST GENERATOR FOR ROTORCRAFT

The abstract describes a patent application for a thrust generator for a rotorcraft, which includes a support part detachably mounted to a base in the rotorcraft, a rotor shaft rotatably supported by the support part, multiple rotating blades joined to the rotor shaft, and a drive unit detachably mounted to the support part or the base, with an output shaft of the drive unit detachably connected to the rotor shaft.

• Support part detachably mounted to a base in the rotorcraft
• Rotor shaft rotatably supported by the support part
• Multiple rotating blades joined to the rotor shaft
• Drive unit detachably mounted to the support part or the base
• Output shaft of the drive unit detachably connected to the rotor shaft

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various types of rotorcraft, such as helicopters and drones. - It can improve the efficiency and performance of rotorcraft by providing a reliable thrust generation system.

Problems Solved: - Provides a detachable thrust generator system for rotorcraft, allowing for easy maintenance and replacement. - Enhances the overall stability and maneuverability of the rotorcraft.

Benefits: - Improved thrust generation system for rotorcraft. - Easy maintenance and replacement of components. - Enhanced stability and performance of the rotorcraft.

Commercial Applications: Thrust generators for rotorcraft can have commercial applications in the aviation industry, military applications, search and rescue operations, and aerial photography.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the detachable thrust generator system improve the maintenance of rotorcraft? 2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits of using this technology in rotorcraft design?

Original Abstract Submitted

a thrust generator for a rotorcraft includes: a support part detachably mounted to a base provided in the rotorcraft; a rotor shaft rotatably supported by the support part; multiple rotating blades joined to the rotor shaft; and a drive unit detachably mounted to the support part or the base, wherein an output shaft of the drive unit is detachably connected to the rotor shaft.