Convertible canopy-to-wing shaped parachute

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1975-04-09

1976-05-25

Blix, Trygve M.

Aeronautics and astronautics

Safety lowering devices

Parachutes

B64D 1734

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039587800

ABSTRACT:
A standard hemispherical parachute canopy can be converted optionally by parachutist during a deployment from its fully inflated dome-shaped condition to a high lift-over-drag configuration to enable the parachute to be propelled and maneuvered to a desirable pick up area to avoid capture by the enemy during wartime conditions, and to minimize injury by selecting a more favorable terrain for landing.

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