Active stabilization of a refueling drogue

Details Active stabilization of a refueling drogue Active stabilization of a refueling drogue

2008-05-27

2008-05-27

Collins, Timothy D. (Department: 3643)

Aeronautics and astronautics

Aircraft structure

Fuel supply

C244S003230, C244S0010TD

Reexamination Certificate

active

07377468

ABSTRACT:
A refueling drogue adapted to connect to a refueling hose extending from a refueling aircraft. The drogue may include an active stabilization system adapted to effectively stabilize the refueling drogue via control surfaces on the refueling drogue when the refueling drogue is placed in an airstream.

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