Method and device for the successive launching of two satellites
US9546007B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 6, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G1/644
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
According to the invention, a link is established between the fixed part (4A) and the removable part (4B) of an enclosure (4) in which the second satellite is previously enclosed, said link being such that said removable part (4B) remains attached to said fixed part (4A) when said removable part (4B), initially in a first position for which said enclosure (4) is closed and encloses said second satellite, lies in a second position for which said enclosure (4) is open and able to release said satellite.
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