| 摘要 |
A system (12) for collecting and recovering de-icing fluid (16) that is sprayed onto an aircraft (10). The de-icing system (12) includes a mat (20) that is assembled onto the approaching ramp of a runway (26). The de-icing mat (20) has a plurality of channels (28) that collect and direct the de-icing fluid (16) to the outer edges of the mat (20). The de-icing fluid (16) is removed fromthe mat (20) by a vacuum system (34). Coupled to the vacuum system (34) is a filter system (38) that separates the de-icing fluid (16) from other fluids such as oil, water, etc., so that the de-icing fluid (16) can be used again. The mat (20) has a plurality of heating elements (30) that prevent the de-icing fluid (16) from freezing on the mat (20) and provide heat to the underside of the aircraft (10). |
