US5083724A
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Device for controlling aerodynamic bodies
Assignee: Airbus Defence and Space GmbH
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Filing: 1990-04-30
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Granted: 1992-01-28
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Expires: 2010-04-30
Abstract
Abstract A device for controlling aerodynamic bodies with at least one setting member for generating a transversal force on the aerodynamic body. To achieve a simple compact design, setting members are arranged on a rotor where the rotor extends forward from the tip of the aerodynamic body. The setting members are arranged here so that they set the rotor in rotation by the oncoming flow; they are designed, for instance, as a crossed pair of rudders. In addition, the setting members are located asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the aerodynamic body, so that they exert at least in some positions of the rotor a transversal force on the aerodynamic body. The position of the rotor can be influenced by means of a braking system.
Inventors
- 👤 Walter Kranz
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 22:40
CPC Classifications
F; F42; F42B; F42B10/00; F42B10/60; F42B10/62; F42B10/64
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
211 words
A device for controlling aerodynamic bodies with at least one setting member for generating a transversal force on the aerodynamic body, the setting member being arranged at a rotor and a setting device being provided between the aerodynamic body and the rotor for adjusting the angular position of the rotor and thereby of the setting member generating the transversal force, the rotor protruding forward from the tip of the aerodynamic body, and having a shape for causing the setting member to exert the transversal force on the aerodynamic body, with the rotor having at least a portion that has a longitudinal axis different from that of the aerodynamic body, and with that portion having a crossed pair of rudders attached thereto and with the rudders being associated with the setting member; the setting member being connected to the rotor and being arranged so that the setting member sets the rotor in rotation by the oncoming flow; a braking system being provided as the setting device internally to the aerodynamic body; and the setting member being located asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the aerodynamic body so that the setting member exerts a transversal force on the aerodynamic body at least in some positions of the rotor if the rotor is arrested.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
211 words
A device for controlling aerodynamic bodies with at least one setting member for generating a transversal force on the aerodynamic body, the setting member being arranged at a rotor and a setting device being provided between the aerodynamic body and the rotor for adjusting the angular position of the rotor and thereby of the setting member generating the transversal force, the rotor protruding forward from the tip of the aerodynamic body, and having a shape for causing the setting member to exert the transversal force on the aerodynamic body, with the rotor having at least a portion that has a longitudinal axis different from that of the aerodynamic body, and with that portion having a crossed pair of rudders attached thereto and with the rudders being associated with the setting member; the setting member being connected to the rotor and being arranged so that the setting member sets the rotor in rotation by the oncoming flow; a braking system being provided as the setting device internally to the aerodynamic body; and the setting member being located asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the aerodynamic body so that the setting member exerts a transversal force on the aerodynamic body at least in some positions of the rotor if the rotor is arrested.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The device recited in claim 1, wherein the braking system comprises an electro-magnet and a braking disc facing the poles of the electro-magnet as an armature.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
11 words
The device recited in claim 1, wherein the rotor is hollow.
Claim 5
Independent Claim
183 words
A device for controlling aerodynamic bodies with at least one setting member for generating a transversal force on the aerodynamic body, the setting member being arranged at a rotor and a setting device being provided between the aerodynamic body and the rotor for adjusting the angular position of the rotor and thereby of the setting member generating the transversal force, the rotor protruding forward from the tip of the aerodynamic body; the setting member being connected to the rotor and being arranged so that the setting member sets the rotor in rotation by he oncoming flow; a braking system being provided as the setting device internally to the aerodynamic body; the setting member being located asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the aerodynamic body so that the setting member exerts a transversal force on the aerodynamic body at least in some positions of the rotor if the rotor is arrested, the rotor being located on the longitudinal axis of the aerodynamic body, being bent-off outside the aerodynamic body, and having a crossed pair of rudders coupled to both sides of the bent-off region.
Claim 6
Independent Claim
183 words
A device for controlling aerodynamic bodies with at least one setting member for generating a transversal force on the aerodynamic body, the setting member being arranged at a rotor and a setting device being provided between the aerodynamic body and the rotor for adjusting the angular position of the rotor and thereby of the setting member generating the transversal force, the rotor protruding forward from the tip of the aerodynamic body; the setting member being connected to the rotor and being arranged so that the setting member sets the rotor in rotation by he oncoming flow; a braking system being provided as the setting device internally to the aerodynamic body; the setting member being located asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the aerodynamic body so that the setting member exerts a transversal force on the aerodynamic body at least in some positions of the rotor if the rotor is arrested, the rotor being located on the longitudinal axis of the aerodynamic body, being bent-off outside the aerodynamic body, and having a crossed pair of rudders coupled to both sides of the bent-off region.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
26 words
The device recited in claim 4, wherein the braking system includes an electro-magnet and a braking disk facing the poles of the electro-magnet as an armature.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
11 words
The device recited in claim 4, wherein the rotor is hollow.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1995-01-27 | 1995-07-29 | 1996-01-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1999-01-27 | 1999-07-29 | 2000-01-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2003-01-27 | 2003-07-29 | 2004-01-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |