Simplified reusable module for launcher
US8844876B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 10, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G1/40
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A recoverable module for a propulsion module configured to launch a craft into space, the recoverable module including a central body, a propulsion system configured to launch the craft, systems for commanding and controlling the propulsion system, at least one propulsion engine in subsonic flight, lift surfaces for the subsonic flight and landing gear, the lift surface including two substantially flat wings fixed with respect to the central body, arranged on either side of the central body of the module, and a stabilizer mounted articulated for rotation on a downstream end of each wing, each stabilizer including at least one pair of lower wing surface and upper wing surface flaps mounted articulated on the stabilizer or any other flap fulfilling a dynamic function.
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