Mast system and method
US10202173B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 29, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 29, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B2015/0041
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Mast systems are provided for use with an underwater vehicle. In one example the mast system includes a support base, a mast arm and a mast payload bay. The support base defines a base axis. The mast arm defines a longitudinal axis, and has a free longitudinal mast end and a mast mounting portion longitudinally spaced from the mast end. The mast payload bay is provided at the mast end, and is configured for supporting a payload. The mast arm is mounted to the support base via the mast mounting portion, and the mast arm is selectively deployable with respect to the support base at least between a retracted configuration, in which the mast end is at a first spacing with respect to the mast mounting portion, and an extended configuration, in which the mast end is at a second spacing with respect to the mast mounting portion, the second spacing being greater than the first spacing. The mast system is configured for operating in a marine environment.
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