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Submersible transport and launch canister and methods for the use thereof

US8205829B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 3, 2010
Grant dateJun 26, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 12, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF41F3/07
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of a method for deploying an airborne object are provided utilizing a submersible transport and launch canister of the type that includes a pressure vessel in which the airborne object is stored and a cap which sealingly engages the pressure vessel. In one embodiment, the method includes the steps of positioning an end portion of the pressure vessel above the surface level of a body of water, opening the cap, and launching the airborne object from the pressure vessel while in the body of water.

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