Direct mounted propulsion for non-rigid airships
US7448572B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 5, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64B1/42
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A propulsion assembly for attachment to the enclosing material of an airship which includes a base which is positioned proximate to the enclosing material. An extension member having opposed ends projects away from the base and includes opposed ends. A motor assembly is attached to the end of the extension member opposed to the base. A mounting assembly is attached to the enclosing material and a plurality of pre-tensioned guy cables connect the mounting assembly to the extension member.
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