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Systems and apparatus for controlling movement of objects through a fluid

US10618668B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 17, 2017
Grant dateApr 14, 2020
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Expiry dateMay 22, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D39/04
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Systems, apparatus, and methods may control movement of an object through a fluid. The systems, apparatus, and methods may utilize one or more rotatable control units, each including a plurality of control fins to generate a force at least partially perpendicular to a direction of travel of the object through the fluid.

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