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Drogue with power generator

US8733704B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 21, 2012
Grant dateMay 27, 2014
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Expiry dateDec 21, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D39/00
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In one embodiment an aerial refueling drogue comprises a coupling having a channel formed therethrough, a shroud, and a piezoelectric energy collection system. Other embodiments may be described.

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