Microwave System for Detecting Ice on Aircraft

TBMG-614

02/01/2004

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A microwave-based system has been developed as a means of detecting ice on aircraft surfaces, with enough sensitivity to provide a warning before the ice accretes to a dangerous thickness. The system can measure the thickness of ice from a few mils (1 mil = 0.0254 mm) to about 1/4 in. (≈6 mm) and can distinguish among (1) ice, (2) water (or deicing fluid), and (3) a mixture of ice and water (or deicing fluid). Sensors have been ruggedized to withstand the rain erosion environment.

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"Microwave System for Detecting Ice on Aircraft," Mobility Engineering, February 1, 2004.
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Published
Feb 1, 2004
Product Code
TBMG-614
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Magazine Article
Language
English