Aerodynamically controlled grapple assembly

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9079664
APP PUB NO 20130299634A1
SERIAL NO

13939860

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A grapple assembly suspended as an external load from an associated flying vehicle includes a frame member secured to an associated load line suspended from the associated vehicle. The frame member includes a first section, a second section, and a hinge joint connecting the first section to the second section. A grapple mechanism is mounted to the frame member second section. If desired, an aerodynamic body can be mounted to the frame member so as to encase at least a portion of the frame member. A release mechanism can be provided for jettisoning at least a portion of the aerodynamic body. The release mechanism can be triggered by an operator who can be stationed in the flying vehicle.

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  • HUNTER DEFENSE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Haggard, Roy A Murrieta, US 11 143

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