Device and method for autonomously seeking, then maintaining a constant depth while in motion through the water either by retrieval or being towed
US9738361B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 5, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63G8/18
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is a submersible device comprising a body encasing an enclosed compressible void capable of physically responding to changes in ambient pressure imparted by the device's depth underwater. This physical response to pressure changes actuates a dynamic dive plane. The forces imparted on the dive plane by the motion of the device through the water drives the device to seek, achieve and then maintain a predetermined depth. This device can be used for fishing applications and other underwater activities that benefit from dynamic depth control.
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