A propeller assembly is provided including a plurality of blades (22) arranged in diametrically opposed pairs. Each of the plurality of blades (22) has an electrical deicer (26) located thereon. The propeller assembly also includes a slip ring (40), and a stationary brush (52) arranged in contact with the slip ring (40). The brush (52) is configured to transfer electrical power from a power source to the slip ring (40). A movable portion (135) of an actuator (130) is configured to sequentially couple the electrical deicers (26) of each pair of blades (22) to the rotating slip ring (40).
Brush design for propeller deicing system
Bürstendesign für Propellerenteisungssystem
Conception de brosse pour système de dégivrage d'hélice
20.06.2018
Patent
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch