air intakes
Jet engine openings
Air intakes are openings that allow air to enter a system—most commonly an engine, ventilation system, or cooling apparatus.
On vehicles, air intakes channel air to the engine for combustion or to radiators for cooling: The sports car's hood featured aggressive air intakes.
Aircraft have air intakes that feed jet engines.
Buildings use air intakes as part of HVAC systems to bring in fresh outside air.
- nacellesEngine housing structures
- jet engineThrust-producing aircraft powerplant
- scoopsPortions or exclusives
- hood scoopRaised engine air intake
- cowlingsRemovable engine housings
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