Trim line kite control system
US7621485B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 6, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H8/58
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A kite control system including an aerodynamic wing with a leading edge and first and second opposing wingtips, a control device, a first steering line secured to the first wingtip and the control device, a second steering line secured to the second wingtip and the control device, and a trim line secured to the leading edge substantially between the opposing wingtips, wherein the trim line has a user adjustable length device that allows the user to adjust and mechanically fix the length of the trim line while the aerodynamic wing is in flight.
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