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System and method for docking an aerostat, and aerostat and receiving structures equipped for such a purpose

US11591113B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 27, 2017
Grant dateFeb 28, 2023
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Expiry dateFeb 8, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB66D1/12
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system for docking an aerostat on a receiving structure, including an unmanned aerial vehicle that can be controlled so as to move between the aerostat and the receiving structure, carrying a first end of a cable that has a second end fixed to the aerostat or the receiving structure, and to attach said first end to the receiving structure or to the aerostat such that the cable connects the aerostat to the receiving structure.

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