Fast-pivot missile flight control surface
US7325769B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 25, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42B10/64
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus are provided for a missile that includes a housing, a fin, and a first actuator. The housing has a slot formed therethrough. The fin is disposed within the housing proximate the slot. The first actuator is coupled to the fin and configured to selectively move the fin at least partially in and out of the housing through the slot.
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