MUMBAI, India, Sept. 14 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641106625 A) filed by Nitte Meenakshi Institute Of Technology, Nitte Deemed To Be University, Bengaluru; Siddalingappa Parameshappa Kodigaddi; Srikanth Holalu Venkatramana; Ankita Nitin Dixit; Kavya Shree Kori; and Vishnu Prasad on September 04, 2026, for Aerodynamic Morphing Wing Design Employing 60:40 Zigzag Rib Configuration For Enhanced Camber Transition And Reduced Morphing Force.
Inventors include Nitte Meenakshi Institute Of Technology, Nitte Deemed To Be University; Siddalingappa Parameshappa Kodigaddi; Srikanth Holalu Venkatramana; Ankita Nitin Dixit; Kavya Shree Kori; and Vishnu Prasad.
The application for the patent was published on September 11, 2026, under issue no. 37/2026.
Abstract: ABSTRACT OF THE INVENTION Title: Aerodynamic Morphing Wing Design Employing 60:40 Zigzag Rib Configuration The invention relates to a morphing wing rib design with a unique zigzag pattern and optimized 60:40 rigid-to-flexible section ratio that minimizes the force required during camber adjustment while enabling smooth shape transitions at the trailing edge. The wing comprises a rib structure (100) with rigid section (110) at 60% chord and flexible section (120) at 40% chord; main spar hole (130) at 27.5% chord; secondary spar hole (140) at 51.18% chord; spar system (200); zigzag morphing mechanism (300) with zigzag pattern (310) and actuation interface (320); and aerodynamic performance benefits (400). The invention ensures reduced energy consumption, enhanced aerodynamic performance, extended wing lifespan, and structural integrity under high aerodynamic loads.
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