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Methods and apparatus to recover rotorcraft

US11718389B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 7, 2022
Grant dateAug 8, 2023
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Expiry dateJun 7, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U70/30
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods and apparatus to recover rotorcraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus includes a rotor of a vehicle, a rotatable hub to support the rotor, and a rotor hook disposed on the rotor. The rotor hook has a groove to receive a recovery line. The rotor is to contact the recovery line when the vehicle is flown toward the recovery line.

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