Segmented rotor blade trim tab
US7083383B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 1, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C27/473
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A trim tab assembly for a helicopter rotor blade includes a plurality of metal panels that are secured to the trailing edge of a composite material helicopter blade. Each of the metal panels can be bent relative to the rotor blade to tune the aerodynamic properties of the rotor blade.
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