Accession Number:
ADD002836
Title:
Convertible Canopy-to-Wing Shaped Parachute.
Descriptive Note:
Patent,
Corporate Author:
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON D C
Personal Author(s):
Report Date:
1976-05-25
Pagination or Media Count:
6.0
Abstract:
The patent relates to a standard hemispherical parachute canopy which can be converted optionally by the parachutist during a deployment from its fully inflated dome-shaped condition to a high lift-over-drag configuration. This enables 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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Subject Categories:
- Gliders and Parachutes