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Sliding frame aircraft launcher

US8336816B2 · kind B2 · utility

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17Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 20, 2009
Grant dateDec 25, 2012
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U70/70
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An aircraft launcher includes a base frame, a first sliding frame that slides with respect to the base frame, a second sliding frame that slides with respect to the first sliding frame, an aircraft support located on the second sliding frame, and a drive apparatus adapted to slide at least one of the first sliding frame and the second sliding frame with respect to the base frame.

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