Launch and capture systems for vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) vehicles
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Apr 24, 2012
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Sep 24, 2009
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Mar 19, 2008
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Mar 19, 2008
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A launch and capture system for capturing a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) vehicle having a thruster and a duct configured to direct airflow generated by the thruster includes a capture plate and an extension. The capture plate is configured to alter the airflow and generate a force attracting the duct to the capture plate. The extension is coupled to the capture plate, and is configured to at least facilitate holding the VTOL vehicle against the capture plate.
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