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Kite control device

US7581701B2 · kind B2 · utility

6Cited by
12References
14Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 3, 2005
Grant dateSep 1, 2009
Priority date
Expiry dateSep 4, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB63H8/58
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A control device for use with an aerodynamic wing including a bar having a fixed trim adjustment located between the bar and the user. The invention also includes a stopper that permits the user to quickly adjust the range of available dynamic trim. Preferably, the stopper does not lock until it engages the control bar, allowing the user to slide it quickly and easily to the desired location. The control systems of the invention provide a safety depower function when the end of the fixed trim is secured to a safety line.

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