NonSAC,
As always, thanks again for your support and information.
It is going to be interesting, and educational, to read the Patent Office's rejections against each specific claim. I assume that Sikorsky can still argue against some rejections; IF they feel that they have any valid argument.
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Here is a more technically realistic approach toward innovation and an electric future.
A 2010: A look at a new innovative EADS helicopter design
Dave