Solène Cruaud-Prieur

Title: Solène Cruaud-Prieur and Compact Aircraft Propulsion Design.

Introduction

Solène Cruaud-Prieur is an inventor associated with Toulouse, France, and Airbus Operations (S.A.S.). Her listed patent concerns an aircraft propulsion assembly designed to make an engine attachment compact in height while maintaining structural connections between the engine and the aircraft pylon.

Latest Patents

Cruaud-Prieur is credited with 1 patent: “Propulsion assembly comprising an engine attachment that is compact in terms of height, aircraft comprising at least one such propulsion assembly.” The invention describes an engine attachment connecting an engine to the primary structure of a pylon. Its removable connection joins a transverse beam to the primary structure through opposing contact surfaces held together by connection elements. The design also includes a system for transmitting transverse forces and a separate fail-safe connection that provides an additional force path if an element of the primary connection malfunctions.

Career Highlights

The patent reflects work on aircraft propulsion architecture, with a focus on compact packaging and structural safety. Its fail-safe feature is designed to provide an additional load path in the event of a connection failure.

Collaborations

The supplied information lists Michael Berjot and Jacky Puech as Cruaud-Prieur’s coworkers. The patent is associated with Airbus Operations (S.A.S.).

Conclusion

Solène Cruaud-Prieur’s listed invention addresses the design of a compact aircraft engine attachment while incorporating a separate fail-safe connection for structural resilience.