Variable geometry airship

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1990-01-18

1991-04-09

Peters, Jr., Joseph F.

Aeronautics and astronautics

Aircraft control

Airship control

244 25, 244 5, 244 96, B64B 158

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050057839

ABSTRACT:
A variable geometry lighter-than-air craft which can change from a buoyant airship to a heavier-than-air craft by changing shape. The craft has a flexible envelope filled with helium or other lifting gas. Releasing or tightening the adjusting lines changes the envelope shape by adjusting the internal dimensions and extending or withdrawing wing expansion sections. The craft's shape can change from an ovoid shape for lighter-than-air flight to a winged shape for heavier-than-air flight. Controlling the craft's speed and trim regulates the aerodynamic lift.

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