Patents by Inventor Peter E. Hutton

Peter E. Hutton has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Gearbox breather outlet
    Patent number: 5080303
    Abstract: A breather outlet for the gearbox of an aircraft mounted gas turbine engine comprises an aerodynamic mast which extends from the engine nacelle. The mast contains a breather duct which interconnects the interior of the gearbox with an exhaust outlet. The exhaust outlet is generally rearwardly facing and is spaced apart from the engine nacelle so as to avoid oil staining of the nacelle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 1990
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1992
    Assignee: Rolls-Royce plc
    Inventor: Peter E. Hutton