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Adjustable hydrodynamic section for submerged foils

US3977348A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 1975
Grant dateAug 31, 1976
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Expiry dateMay 16, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB63B1/248
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A submerged foil for a bearing hydrofoil adjustable for different speeds with a central portion, a pivotal bow flap, and two aft or trailing edge flaps with one above the other, and increasing thickness of the foil from its front to rear ends. Pressure sensors are located on the foil surface.

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