Inflatable wing with manifold

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2006-11-28

2006-11-28

Collins, Timothy D. (Department: 3643)

Aeronautics and astronautics

Safety lowering devices

Parachutes

C244S15300R

Reexamination Certificate

active

07140576

ABSTRACT:
An aerodynamic wing with a leading edge inflatable strut and at least one inflatable rib strut, wherein the struts are provided with a connection air pathway that allows the leading edge strut to act as a manifold for the inflation of the connected rib struts. Preferably, the connection air pathway is provided with a valve mechanism for selectively isolating the connected rib strut from the leading edge strut.

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