Sparkjet actuator
OwnerKenneth R. Grossman, Bohdan Z. Cybyk +1inventors
InventorsKenneth R. Grossman, Bohdan Z. Cybyk, David M. VanWie
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Abstract
The Spark Jet can manipulate high-speed flows without moving aerodynamic structures and generates exhaust streams that can penetrate supersonic (as well as subsonic) boundary layers without the need for active mechanical components. The Spark Jet comprises a chamber with embedded electrodes and a discharging orifice. High-chamber pressure may be generated by rapidly heating the gas inside SparkJet using an electrical or other useful discharge. The pressure may be relieved by exhausting the heated air though an orifice.
Claims12
An apparatus for high chamber pressure comprising of a chamber with at least one embedded electrode, a gas and a discharge orifice.
The method of generating exhaust streams which comprises the steps of:
- (a) heating a gaseous chamber;
- (b) explusion of gas;
- (c) replenishing chamber with fresh air
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.