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Systems and methods for folding wings on an aircraft

US12162602B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 28, 2022
Grant dateDec 10, 2024
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64C2039/105
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Aspects relate to systems and methods for folding wings on an aircraft. An exemplary system includes a blended wing body, where the blended wing body includes a main body and at least a wing, a hinge located on the at least a wing and configured to allow folding of the at least a wing, an actuation system configured to fold the at least a wing, and a controller configured to control the at least an actuation system.

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