Embraer has filed a patent for a fuel line coupling component that allows axial, rotational, and radial displacements for aircraft fuel lines. The component includes outer and inner tubular members with journalled terminal end connectors for simultaneous movements. C-clamps and band clamps facilitate coupling to fuel tank fittings. GlobalData’s report on Embraer gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Fuel line coupling component for aircraft fuel lines
The patent application (Publication Number: US20240035605A1) describes a fuel line coupling component designed to connect coaxially aligned fuel lines while allowing for displacements between them. The component includes an outer tubular member with displaceable sections, an inner tubular member sleeved within the outer member, and terminal end connectors enabling rotational and radial movements of the tubular members. The journalled connection assembly, featuring ball and socket components, facilitates these movements, with flanged terminal end connectors allowing for easy connection to fuel lines.
Furthermore, the patent application details a fuel tank coupling assembly utilizing the described fuel coupling component. This assembly involves fuel tank fittings fixed to respective tanks, with the terminal end connectors of the coupling component connected to these fittings. The assembly includes C-clamps, connection lobes, band clamps, and turnbuckle adjustment mechanisms to securely connect the components. The design allows for quick and removable connections, making it suitable for aircraft applications, including main and auxiliary fuel tanks, ensuring efficient fluid connection between them.
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