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Orbit transition apparatus

US11926441B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 2021
Grant dateMar 12, 2024
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Expiry dateDec 20, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64G1/411
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An orbit transition apparatus that transitions an orbit of a payload in outer space includes a rotating body, an adapter disposed on a center part of the rotating body for docking a payload, a launch module disposed outside of the rotating body for launching the payload, and a thruster for rotating the rotating body. The launch module may launch the payload to a target orbit.

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