Space erected inflatable structure
US6647668B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 22, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G1/64
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An inflatable structure, such as a fabric confining a gas, can be regulated as to its shape by the provision of auxiliary tubes, integral or adjacent to the fabric which can be separately pressurized. The separate pressurization will create local tensile forces to change the shape of the structure. Alternatively, a mechanical system, such as tensioned cables can be used to control the shape of the structure.
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