FOR CORRECTIONS Gravity Fee Fuel System (2024-AMT2B-G3)

FAST Aviation Academy Incorporated
Bacolod City
Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2B)

Subject : Technical Report Writing S.Y. : 2023-2024
Report : Project Completion Report Code : 2024-AMT2B-G3
Title : Constructing Basic Gravity Feed Fuel System for Educational Purposes
Part : 1 Content : Introduction Page : 1 of 5
Subpart : 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT

Author : Bernal, Jayson
Constructing a basic gravity-feed fuel system for educational purposes provides hands-on
experience in understanding fluid dynamics, gravity-driven systems, and the fundamentals of fuel
delivery.
This educational project aims to illustrate the simple components involved in supplying fuel to an
engine using the force of gravity.
The project helps students understand fluid flow, pressure, differentials, and system design.
By engaging in the construction and experimentation of a gravity-feed fuel system, students can
gain practical insights into the mechanics of internal combustion engines and the role of fuel
delivery in their operation.
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Report : Project Completion Report Code : 2024-AMT2B-G3\
Subpart : 1.2 OBJECTIVES

Author : Olivo, Nhiel john
 To present how the gravity feed fuel system works on an aircraft.

 To demonstrate how the movement of fuel in gravity feeds the fuel system.
 To examine the gravity feed fuel system's ability to provide constant fuel delivery.
 To provide the efficiency and reliability of gravity feed fuel system.
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Subpart : 1.3 PROJECT PERIOD

Author : Banihit, benedicto
Day 1 and 2 : Planning and Sketching Duratio : 1 hr
n
We planned and do the sketching of the wings structure,
Budgeting the estimating the sum of the cost for the project and other materials
Day 3 : Gathering Materials Duratio : 3 hr

n
We started to collect and gather all the materials needed
Day 4 and 5 : Constructing Duratio : 3 hr
n
We started to construct and wield the frame to support the weight of the wings
Day 6 and 7 : Constructing wings Duratio : 2.5 hr
n
Making the wings using Eva foam
Connecting the hoses and valves
Day 8 and 9 : Testing and adding details Duratio : 1 hr
n
Testing and observing the project
Painting the stand and adding details to the wings
Day 10 : Presentation Duratio : 1 hr
n
Presenting and submitting the project
Total Duration : 11.5 hrs

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Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Subpart : 1.4 TARGET OUTCOME

Author : Distor, dary james
The outcome should have 2 fuel tanks with a fuel sump interconnected, then putting a hose for
the liquid to where it flows, Next, installing a selector valve to control where the tank should
be used to feed that container acts the engine. The project is supported with a stand using a
steel bar.
Figure 1.0
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Subpart : 1.5 PROJECT ACTIVITY FLOW

Author : Macazar, Bill john
Gathering all the
Planning and Computing the materials
designing the total cost of the needed for the
project project project
Connecting all Constructing the

Making the
the hoses and frame of the
wings using
valves of the gravity feed fuel
evafoam
wings system
Testing and
Painting and
observing how Presenting the
adding details to
the fuel system project
look presentable
works

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Part : 2 Content : Understanding the project Page : 1 of 2
Subpart : 2.1 DISCUSSION OF SUBJECT MATTER

The gravity feed system, attributed to David Lee Boggs, Daniel James Baraszu, David Mark
Foulkes, and Enio Goyannes Gomes, revolutionized fuel delivery mechanisms. Directing fuel
to the engine's fuel-control mechanism optimizes performance and reliability. In essence, this
system relies on the height of the fuel tank to generate sufficient pressure for seamless fuel
delivery. The gravity-feed fuel system ensures a steady fuel flow to the engine's fuel-control
mechanism.

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Part : 2 Content : Understanding the project Page : 2 of 2
Subpart : 2.2 REVIEW OF PREVIOUS PROJECT

Author : Banihit, Benedicto
One fuel supply method for airplanes is gravity feed, and its simulation is crucial. The
conventional approach to calculating the gravity feed is to compute for the single branch first,
assuming that the engine receives its fuel from a single tank in the fuel system. In actuality, every
fuel tank fights with every other tank for fuel supply, and simulating the multiple-branch,
transient process is the main challenge in gravity feed calculations. This study first presents the
mathematical models for the fuel flow pipe, pump, check valve, and fuel tank simulation. It then
presents a novel gravity-feed fuel calculation model for the aircraft fuel system, which is based
on flow network theory and a time difference approach. The model considers.
Source:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/41892212_Simulation_of_Gravity_Feed_Fuel_
for_Aeroplane
The aviation industry employs two primary methods for fuel transfer: gravity-fed and pump-
assisted. While gravity-fed systems are simpler, they may not suffice in critical situations such as
electrical or mechanical failures, necessitating a thorough examination of gravity-fed fuel
transfer. Past assumptions, including the belief that only one fuel tank supplies fuel during
gravity feed, overlook the transient nature of the process where multiple tanks contribute
simultaneously. Addressing this complexity, we've developed mathematical models to simulate
the flow dynamics through pipes, inactive pumps, and check valves. Building upon flow network
theory and employing a time difference method, we've devised a novel calculation approach for
gravity-fed fuel transfer, considering all fuel tanks simultaneously. Through a numerical
example, we demonstrate the effectiveness of our method in analyzing oil level and flow rate
variations across different tanks. These results preliminarily validate our approach, which we
believe offers a superior understanding of the gravity-fed fuel transfer process.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/
226942505_Simulation_of_Gravity_Feed_Oil_for_Areoplane_Fuel_Transfer_System
Materials: Quantity: Price:
Eva foam 2 meters 300pesos
Fuel hose 1 meter 25pesos
Fuel Filter 1 DIY
Plastic bottles 2 30pesos
Plastic container 1 35pesos
Steel bar 1 N/A
Stick glue 5pcs 50pesos
Glue gun 1pcs 50pesos
Electrical tape 1pcs 50pesos
Zip tie 1 pack 35pesos
PVC pipe 1 N/A
Scissor 1 N/A
Welding rod/machine 1 N/A
Grinder 1 N/A

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Part : 3 Content : The Project Page : 1 of 4
Subpart : 3.1 MATERIALS

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Subpart : 3.2 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS

Author : Distor, Dary james
Evafoam -is used to form the wings structure and to cover the fuel tank inside.
Fuel hose -is used to manage the fuel flow through the sump.
Fuel filter -used to filter all the debris in the fuel from the fuel tank to the
carburetor.
Plastic bottles -this bottles act as a fuel tank to storage the fuel.
Steel bar -welded and use and used to support the wings structure.
Stick glue/gun - used to fixed the evafoam to form the structure of the wings.
Zip tie -used to fixed the hoses and the valve to the frame.
PVC pipe -used to support the fuel tank wings.
Scissor -used to cut the EVA foam to the exact shape and the hose to the
precise length.
Welding machine/rod -used to weld the steel bar to make a frame that can support the weight
of the wings.
Grinder -used to cut the steel bar to for the stand of the wings.
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Subpart : 3.3 BUDGET PLAN

Materials/Tools Cost
Evafoam 300
Fuel hose 25
Fuel valve 180
Fuel filter DIY
2 Plastic bottles 30
Plastic Container 35
Steel bar Recycled
Stick glue/Glue gun 100
Electrical tape 20
Zip tie 35
PVC pipe Recycled
Scissor N/A
Welding rod/machine N/A
Grinder N/A
Transportation:
Gas 200
Fare 300
Food and Drinks 800
TOTAL: 2,025
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Part : 3 Content : The project Page : 4 of 4
Subpart : 3.4 DETAILED PROJECT

STEP 1:
-Canvasing the materials and tools needed to create the gravity-feed fuel system.
STEP 2:
-Buying Eva foam to create a wings and plastic bottles act as a fuel tank.
STEP 3:
-Creating the wings using an Eva foam and fuel tank using plastic bottles.
STEP 4:
-Buying fuel hose and valves.
STEP 5:
-Connecting all the fuel hoses and valves into the fuel tank to the fuel filter.
STEP 6:
-Welding the stand to support the wings structure and fuel tanks.
STEP 7:
-Painting the stand to look presentable.
STEP 8:
-Bringing the project to the school and pass to Miss Tin Lemoncito.
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Part : 4 Content : Project outcome Page : 1 of 5
Subpart : 4.1 ACTUAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION

As shown in Figure 2.0 below, the gravity feed fuel system was created by the AMT 2B students.
The fuel system built by the AMT students is combined with water bottles, Eva foam, valves, steel
bars, fuel hoses, and plastic containers. The students used a water bottle for the fuel tank and
covered it with Eva foam to form a wing structure. Valves are used to control the flow of the fuel
and weld a stand using a steel bar. The fuel hose is for the fuel to flow from the tank to the sump,
and the plastic container is used for the fuel sump.
Figure 2.0
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Subpart : 4.2 TARGET OUTCOMES VS. ACTUAL OUTCOMES

Author : Banihit, Benedicto
The difference between the target outcome and the actual project in a prototype gravity feed fuel
system is the model did not achieve a carburetor, strainer, and primer. Even though the target
outcomes were not achieved, the AMT student made a simpler and clearer to better understanding
of how the gravity-feed fuel system works.
Target
Outcomes Actual Project
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Subpart : 4.3 FINDINGS

Finding differences and similarities in this project is made possible by the critical information in
this project. The AMT student looked for cheap but high-quality materials to make this project
perfect and replace the other parts of the gravity-fed fuel system.
Some parts are replaced, and some parts, like the carburetor, primer, and strainer, are not installed
because of the cost of the materials and the limited time to build the gravity-fed fuel system.
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Subpart : 4.4 RECOMMENDATION

Author : Distor, Dary james
This project needs to enhance by using carburetor to recirculate the fuel flow easily. Used proper
filter to strain the debris that are present on the fuel to prevent blockage on the hose and carburetor
and non-return valve and bypass valve to manage the fuel.
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Subpart : 4.5 CONCLUSIONS

The gravity-feed fuel system is commonly found on light aircraft because there is no need for a fuel
pump to circulate the fuel from the fuel tank. Fuel is delivered from the tank to the engine via
gravity alone. The fuel tank must be higher than the engine for the gravity fuel system to work. A
gravity-feed fuel system is a basic yet effective method of supplying fuel to an engine, relying on
gravity to deliver fuel from the tank to the engine. While simple and cost-effective, it may not be
suitable for all applications, particularly those requiring high fuel pressure or complex fuel delivery
setups.

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FAST Aviation Academy Incorporated

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2B)

Subpart : 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2B)

Part : 1 Content : Introduction Page : 2 of 5

Subpart : 1.2 OBJECTIVES

 To present how the gravity feed fuel system works on an aircraft.

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2B)

Part : 1 Content : Introduction Page : 3 of 5

Subpart : 1.3 PROJECT PERIOD

Day 3 : Gathering Materials Duratio : 3 hr

Total Duration : 11.5 hrs

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Part : 1 Content : Introduction Page : 4 of 5

Subpart : 1.4 TARGET OUTCOME

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Part : 1 Content : Introduction Page : 5 of 5

Subpart : 1.5 PROJECT ACTIVITY FLOW

Connecting all Constructing the

FAST Aviation Academy Incorporated

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Part : 2 Content : Understanding the project Page : 1 of 2

Subpart : 2.1 DISCUSSION OF SUBJECT MATTER

FAST Aviation Academy Incorporated

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Part : 2 Content : Understanding the project Page : 2 of 2

Subpart : 2.2 REVIEW OF PREVIOUS PROJECT

Eva foam 2 meters 300pesos

Fuel hose 1 meter 25pesos

Fuel Filter 1 DIY

Plastic bottles 2 30pesos

Plastic container 1 35pesos

Steel bar 1 N/A

Stick glue 5pcs 50pesos

Glue gun 1pcs 50pesos

Electrical tape 1pcs 50pesos

Zip tie 1 pack 35pesos

PVC pipe 1 N/A

Welding rod/machine 1 N/A

FAST Aviation Academy Incorporated

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Part : 3 Content : The Project Page : 1 of 4

Subpart : 3.1 MATERIALS

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Part : 3 Content : The Project Page : 2 of 4

Subpart : 3.2 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS

PVC pipe -used to support the fuel tank wings.

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Part : 3 Content : The Project Page : 3 of 4

Subpart : 3.3 BUDGET PLAN

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2)

Part : 3 Content : The project Page : 4 of 4

Subpart : 3.4 DETAILED PROJECT

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2B)

Part : 4 Content : Project outcome Page : 1 of 5

Subpart : 4.1 ACTUAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Course : Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT-2B)

Part : 4 Content : Project outcome Page : 2 of 5