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An ice detector for an aircraft comprises a strut and probe assembly, and it is positioned on the aircraft so that the pressure field around the ice detector causes a lower temperature region on the probe assembly compared to the aircraft. Ice will therefore form on the probe assembly before it form

An ice detector for an aircraft comprises a strut and probe assembly, and it is positioned on the aircraft so that the pressure field around the ice detector causes a lower temperature region on the probe assembly compared to the aircraft. Ice will therefore form on the probe assembly before it forms on the aircraft to provide an early warning of icing conditions near freezing temperatures.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An ice detector for providing a signal indicating ice formation, said ice detector comprising a probe assembly protruding into an airstream and supported relative to a surface of a structure subject to icing, the airstream moving past said surface and said probe assembl

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An ice detector for providing a signal indicating ice formation, said ice detector comprising a probe assembly protruding into an airstream and supported relative to a surface of a structure subject to icing, the airstream moving past said surface and said probe assembly, and said probe assembly including sections forming structural portions that provide an area of lower pressure to a surface portion of the probe assembly than on the structure resulting in lower temperature on surfaces of the probe assembly than on the structure.