Shape-changing control surface
US8382045B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 21, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C9/16
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for controlling the shape of a control surface. A structure is rotated about an axis. The structure is located between a flexible skin and a skin located substantially opposite of the flexible skin. An assembly is moved to change the shape of the control surface in response to a rotation of the structure. The assembly is movably connected to the structure and is configured to move such that the flexible skin forms a plurality of curvatures.
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