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Towed sensor array maneuvering system and methods

US8910902B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 12, 2011
Grant dateDec 16, 2014
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Expiry dateJun 3, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D3/02
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A towed sensor array maneuvering system and methods are disclosed. A towed airborne vehicle comprising a sensor array is actively maneuvered via a plurality of surfaces coupled thereto. The surfaces are controlled such that a desired path is tracked based on and as a function of desired tracking parameters.

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