Power Factor Correction for Aircraft Power Supplies
Device:
Electrical Power
Technology:
Airbus 380 electronics
Success:
About 6.000 units flying on A380s, 747s, Dreamliners, etc.
Patent no.: DE 10 2005 004 577 A1
Date of registration: 01.02.2005
Applicant: Weigele Scientific Engineering
Inventor: Uwe Weigele et al
about this Masterpiece
The AC voltage network of a modern aircraft is very complex and the requirements are extremely high. For example, the requirements for fluctuating voltage, variations in mains frequency of over an octave; Lightning strikes, etc. greatly increased with the introduction of the Airbus A380. The technology described in this patent has exceeded the new requirements without significantly increasing the weight and costs.
Airborne First Class Reading Lights
Device:
Electrical Power
Technology:
Airbus 380 electronics
Success:
The technology is widely used in business and first class seats
Patent no.: DE 10 2009 037 757 A1
Date of registration: 17.08.2009
Applicant: Dornier Technologie GmbH
Inventor: Uwe Weigele et al
about this Masterpiece
This invention answers a high-end first class comfort requirement, providing the most demanding passengers with the required amount of light right one the spot. Sleeping neighbors appreciate it.
Control Strategy for Aircraft-Seats Pneumatics
Device:
Seat Pneumatic increasing comfort by weight reduction
Technology:
Electronics, mechanics, pneumatic
Success:
Several Airlines worldwide
Patent no.: DE 10 2010 020 642 A1
Date of registration: 15.05.2010
Applicant: Dornier Technologie GmbH
Inventor: Uwe Weigele et al
about this Masterpiece
The idea behind this invention is to replace the heavy foam in seats with highly dynamic air cushions. In order to offer the passenger more comfort, the air cushions are dynamically adapted to the attitude of the aircraft, such as fluctuations in air pressure, acceleration and passenger requirements. An additional challenge was vandalism and rapid decompression.
Actuation System for Aircraft Seat
Device:
Modular lightweight seat actuation
Technology:
Electronics, mechanics, kinematics
Success:
Several Airlines worldwide
Patent no.: DE 10 2010 032 607 A1
Date of registration: 28.07.2010
Applicant: Dornier Technologie GmbH
Inventor: Uwe Weigele et al
about this Masterpiece
Today's modern passenger seats are kinematic marvels that can move freely in several axes. This allows passengers to automatically move to several comfort positions or convert the seat into a bed. Every seat position should be comfortable during the seat movement, without the passenger being able to get trapped or injured, regardless of their weight and size.
The system described in this patent improves safety, maintenance and reliability of these systems.
Modular Power Supply for Civil Aircraft
Device:
Lightweight powersupply for cabin application, commercial aviation
Technology:
Electronics, mechanics
Success:
Various seat makers supplying many airlines
Patent no.: EP 3 115 297 B1
Date of registration: 30.06.2016
Applicant: Weigele Aerospace GmbH
Inventor: Uwe Weigele et al
about this Masterpiece
Requirements for in-flight power supplies vary by aircraft make and type. Connector and wiring concepts are often different. This meant that different power supplies had to be built and approved for different aircraft types. For example, different versions of a passenger seat were manufactured depending on the aircraft type. Weigele Aerospace developed a modular system in which a single power supply can be used for all common aircraft types. In addition to the mechanics, a particular challenge was the electrical approval an certification for various types of aircraft.
Airborne Cooking Robot
Device:
Free programmable smart oven
Technology:
Electronics, software, mechanics
Success:
Second place "Cristal Cabin Award" in 2018
Patent no.: WO 2018/077466 A8
Date of registration: 16.10.2017
Applicant: Weigele Aerospace GmbH
Inventor: Eng. Uwe Weigele et al
about this Masterpiece
The inefficient and unflexible state-of-the-art oven in aircraft galleys with its inhomogeneous heat distribution is a thing of the past. The technology provides the following advantages:
a) Higher efficiency: Less power consumption by using wireless power exactly there, where it is necessary.
b) Modularity & Compatibility: Ovens are compatible with the existing racks.
c) Variety: Warm and cold meals can be prepared
on one tray. Selective satisfaction of the passenger´s needs, e.g. by Hot Spot Cooking and free adjustable timing for each meal.
Quiet Hand Dryer/Air Purifier for all A320s Aircrafts
Device:
Automatic device, size of a paper towel box
Technology:
Aerodynamics, electronics, mechanics, virology
Success:
First test installation in 2023
Patent no.: DE 10 2022 114 952.8
Date of registration:
Applicant: Weigele Aerospace GmbH
Inventor: Uwe Weigele et al
about this Masterpiece
Modern aircraft lavatories face many challenges:
a) Less paper waste
b) Clean, germ-free surfaces
c) Clean germ-free air
The patent-pending Lavatory Sanitation Device meets these requirements without increasing the weight, power consumption or other resources.