Launch system
US8584985B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42B12/68
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to a launch system for air vehicles. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to launching unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) that are unable to be launched by hand. The present disclosure provides a system for launching a winged vehicle, including: a projectile launching device; and a device for converting projectile momentum into acceleration of a winged vehicle.
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