Electric aircraft with a tail skid and method of use
US11834161B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 11, 2023 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C2025/005
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed herein is an electric aircraft and a method for preventing a propulsor from contacting a ground surface of the electric aircraft. Electric aircraft includes a tail skid. The tail skid may include two portions. The tail skid may be configured to accommodate angles of approach for various takeoff and landing methods. Tail skid may be configured to prevent a propulsor from contacting the ground surface.
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