Investigations relating to factors influencing the effectiveness of an aero-engine intake thermal anti-icing system

Thermal anti-icing systems are commonly used to protect aircraft leading edges from a potentially hazardous build-up of ice. Such systems have proven reliable in service and are relatively cheap and efficient. Typically, hot air is tapped from the engine compressor and ducted (via a regulation and c...

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Main Author: Riley, S. J.
Published: Loughborough University 1991
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.314577