Systems and methods for folding wings on an aircraft
US12162602B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 28, 2022 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 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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