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This paper presents the challenge of ice protection within a concept study for variable pitot inlets of aero engines in transonic and supersonic civil aviation. An overview of variable inlet… Click to show full abstract
This paper presents the challenge of ice protection within a concept study for variable pitot inlets of aero engines in transonic and supersonic civil aviation. An overview of variable inlet concept groups that adjust the inlet geometry by rigid segment repositioning, elastic surface deformation, or boundary layer control is given. Ice detection mechanisms and various pneumatic, fluid, as well as electric ice protection systems are presented. These ice protection systems are assigned to the respective inlet concept groups and evaluated regarding economic, functional, and safety requirements by means of pairwise comparison and weighted point rating to determine the most suitable combinations.
Journal Title: CEAS Aeronautical Journal
Year Published: 2019
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