Unmanned air vehicles and method of landing same
US8123162B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 5, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64U70/60
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
There is provided an Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) including an engine and an airframe, including means for performing a deep stall maneuver at least one inflatable sleeve connected or connectable to the airframe, and means for inflating the sleeve during flight, wherein the inflated sleeve extends along the lower side of the airframe so as to protect same during deep stall landing. A method for operating an Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV), including an engine and an airframe is also provided.
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