Described are systems and methods for magnetically assisted boom refueling. In certain examples, a magnetic refueling receiver is disclosed that includes a refueling receptacle configured to receive a portion of a refueling boom and a receptacle magnet disposed around at least a portion of a perimeter of the refueling receptacle. In another example, a magnetic refueling boom is disclosed that includes a refueling boom structure that includes a first end configured to be inserted into a refueling receiver and a pipe magnet disposed around at least a portion of a perimeter of the refueling boom structure.


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    Title :

    Magnetic refueling boom positioning


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2023-03-07


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    B64D Ausrüstung für Flugzeuge , EQUIPMENT FOR FITTING IN OR TO AIRCRAFT / H01F MAGNETS , Magnete



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