Parachute assemblies with multi-stage reefing
US12286233B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 2, 2022 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 22, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D17/386
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A parachute assembly may comprise a canopy and one or more reefing lines. The one or more reefing lines may limit inflation of the canopy to attenuate impulse load or otherwise mitigate forces exerted by the parachute assembly on cargo or an occupant during deployment of the canopy. The one or more reefing lines may be broken in stages to selectively limit inflation of the canopy followed by selectively permitting inflation of the canopy in stages.
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