High altitude platform air drop system
US4342437A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 1, 1980 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D1/08
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved device for the air dropping of platform-mounted cargo is presed wherein a multi-staged parachute system allows for a rapid descent during the initial phase of the trajectory and then reduces the rate of descent during the terminal stage to allow for a safe landing.
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