Control system and control bar for a traction wing
US9394039B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H8/18
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A control system for a traction wing includes a control bar having first and second ends. A first fixing arm is connected to each end of the bar. Each fixing arm has a fixing point for attachment of a respective wing control line. At least one of the fixing arms is an articulated arm that is pivotally connected to its end of the bar and is pivotable between a first position defining a first effective control bar length and a second position defining a second effective control bar length.
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