This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 3 EPO patents. Top assignees: Architecture Navale Mvpvlp, Ayro, Inc., Dassault Aviation. Active years: 1997-2024.
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Years Active: 1997-2024
Title: Innovations of Marc Van Peteghem
Introduction
Marc Van Peteghem is a notable inventor based in Paris, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of maritime technology, particularly in the area of sail propulsion. With a total of four patents to his name, Van Peteghem continues to push the boundaries of innovation in ship design.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is a ship with sail propulsion that features a double airfoil mounted on a structure controlled angularly around a generally vertical axis. This innovative design includes a fore flap and an aft flap, at least one of which has a fore-to-aft asymmetry. Each flap consists of a series of shape members distributed in height. The structure is equipped with a fore mast and an aft mast connected by a boom member and a gaff member. The shape members of the fore flap are traversed by the fore mast, allowing them to turn around an axis defined by the mast. Similarly, the shape members of the aft flap are traversed by the aft mast, which is also twistable. The aft mast's shape members are rotationally locked to it, and the controller can act on both the bottom and the top of the aft mast.
Another patent by Van Peteghem also relates to an at least partially wind-propelled ship. This invention comprises a double airfoil mounted on a structure controlled angularly around a generally vertical axis, with a fore flap and an aft flap separated by a slit. At least one of these flaps has a fore-to-aft asymmetry, and each flap includes a series of shape members distributed in height. The structure again features a fore mast and an aft mast connected by a boom member and a gaff member, showcasing his innovative approach to sail propulsion.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Marc Van Peteghem has worked with various companies, including Propelwind S.a.s. His work has been instrumental in advancing the technology of wind propulsion in maritime vessels.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable individuals such as Nicolas Sdez and Patrick Englebert, contributing to the development of innovative maritime solutions.
Conclusion
Marc Van Peteghem's contributions to sail propulsion technology exemplify his commitment to innovation in the maritime industry. His patents reflect a deep understanding of aerodynamics and engineering, paving the way for future advancements in ship