A thermal protection module that includes a first element, a second element, a first bracket, and a second bracket. The first element includes a first shell that defines a closed first cavity. The first shell includes a base and a cap. The second element includes a second shell that defines a closed second cavity. The second shell includes a base, a cap, and two sidewalls that each extend between the base and the cap. A first sidewall of the two sidewalls that is closer to the first element meets the cap to form a divider. The divider is positioned above the cap of the first shell when the base of the first shell and the base of the second shell are disposed within the same plane. The first bracket and the second bracket maintain the gap defined between the first element and the second element along the length thereof.
F25D 11/00 - Self-contained movable devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. domestic refrigerators
F28D 1/053 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary conduit assemblies for one heat-exchange medium only, the media being in contact with different sides of the conduit wall, in which the other heat-exchange medium is a large body of fluid, e.g. domestic or motor car radiators with the heat-exchange conduits immersed in the body of fluid with tubular conduits the conduits being straight
F28F 1/06 - Tubular elements of cross-section which is non-circular crimped or corrugated in cross-section
B65D 88/74 - Large containers having means for heating, cooling, aerating or other conditioning of contents
B65D 90/06 - Coverings, e.g. for insulating purposes
An uninterruptible cooling system includes a refrigeration unit and a thermal protection module. The refrigeration unit is configured to chill a cooling fluid to a desired temperature. The thermal protection module includes a heat transfer element having a shell and a fluid passageway. The shell defines a cavity. The cavity is filled with a phase-change material sealed therein. The fluid passageway extends through the cavity. The fluid passageway has a tunnel wall that defined a tunnel extending therethrough. The tunnel is fluidly sealed from the cavity. The tunnel is in fluid communication with the refrigeration unit.
F25D 17/02 - Arrangements for circulating cooling fluidsArrangements for circulating gas, e.g. air, within refrigerated spaces for circulating liquids, e.g. brine
F25D 11/00 - Self-contained movable devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. domestic refrigerators
A base for a cargo container including a bottom plate, a top plate, risers, and a bracket. The top plate has a top surface that faces away from the bottom plate. The risers interconnect the top plate and the bottom plate. The bracket extends between the top plate and the bottom plate and is configured to maintain a distance between the top plate and the bottom plate. The bracket is replaceable from the base without access to the top surface of the top plate.
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished or to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers; Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished or to be assembled, and parts therefore, that minimize degradation to perishable or temperature sensitive cargo; Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished or to be assembled, and parts therefore, having internal controls that slow the ripening process for fruit producing ethylene gas; Unit load devices (ULD) made primarily of non-metal materials used to contain cargo for loading, transporting and unloading
5.
HIGH-SURFACE AREA THERMAL PROTECTION MODULES FOR CARGO CONTAINERS AND CARGO CONTAINERS INCLUDING THE SAME
A thermal protection module that includes a first element, a second element, a first bracket, and a second bracket. The first element includes a first shell that defines a closed first cavity. The first shell includes a base and a cap. The second element includes a second shell that defines a closed second cavity. The second shell includes a base, a cap, and two sidewalls that each extend between the base and the cap. A first sidewall of the two sidewalls that is closer to the first element meets the cap to form a divider. The divider is positioned above the cap of the first shell when the base of the first shell and the base of the second shell are disposed within the same plane. The first bracket and the second bracket maintain the gap defined between the first element and the second element along the length thereof.
A panel includes a first board, a second board, and an edge cap. The first board and the second board each including a core that is sandwiched between and bonded to a first skin and a second skin. The edge cap is positioned between and bonded to the first board and the second board such that a cavity is defined by the first board, the second board, and the edge cap. The cavity is configured to receive an insert and is isolated from forces transferred between the first board and the second board.
B32B 3/06 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for securing layers togetherLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for attaching the product to another member, e.g. to a support
B32B 3/12 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a layer of regularly-arranged cells whether integral or formed individually or by conjunction of separate strips, e.g. honeycomb structure
B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
A thermally insulated panel includes a first skin, a second skin spaced apart from the first skin, and a core that is disposed between and bonded to the first skin and the second skin such that the core transfers loads between the first skin and the second skin. The core includes a porous filler material that has a vacuum drawn therein such that the core resists transfer of thermal energy through the panel. A cargo container including thermally insulated panels and a method of manufacturing the thermally insulated panels are also disclosed. In addition, a method of repairing a vacuum insulated panel is disclosed.
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
B32B 3/12 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a layer of regularly-arranged cells whether integral or formed individually or by conjunction of separate strips, e.g. honeycomb structure
B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
B32B 37/14 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers
B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
B65D 88/14 - Large containers rigid specially adapted for transport by air
B65D 90/08 - Interconnections of wall partsSealing means therefor
B65D 90/48 - Arrangements of indicating or measuring devices
B65D 90/505 - Arrangements of indicating or measuring devices of leakage-indicating devices comprising porous spaces or porous layers in walls
B65D 90/507 - Arrangements of indicating or measuring devices of leakage-indicating devices comprising porous spaces or porous layers in walls under pressure or vacuum
8.
THERMAL PROTECTION MODULES FOR CARGO CONTAINERS AND CARGO CONTAINERS INCLUDING THE SAME
A thermal protection module includes a plurality of heat transfer elements and a medium. Each heat transfer element defines an element cavity. Each heat transfer element defines a gap with an adjacent heat transfer element. The medium is disposed within each element cavity such that the medium extends within each heat transfer element on either side of each gap. The thermal protection module has a heat flux per unit of mass in a range of 4 Watts per kilogram to 10 Watts per kilogram in free convection with a 4 degree Kelvin temperature differential.
A thermal protection module includes a plurality of heat transfer elements and a medium. Each heat transfer element defines an element cavity. Each heat transfer element defines a gap with an adjacent heat transfer element. The medium is disposed within each element cavity such that the medium extends within each heat transfer element on either side of each gap. The thermal protection module has a heat flux per unit of mass in a range of 4 Watts per kilogram to 10 Watts per kilogram in free convection with a 4 degree Kelvin temperature differential.
B65D 88/74 - Large containers having means for heating, cooling, aerating or other conditioning of contents
B65D 81/18 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents providing specific environment for contents, e.g. temperature above or below ambient
A panel includes a first board, a second board, and an edge cap. The first board and the second board each including a core that is sandwiched between and bonded to a first skin and a second skin. The edge cap is positioned between and bonded to the first board and the second board such that a cavity is defined by the first board, the second board, and the edge cap. The cavity is configured to receive an insert and is isolated from forces transferred between the first board and the second board.
A panel includes a first board, a second board, and an edge cap. The first board and the second board each including a core that is sandwiched between and bonded to a first skin and a second skin. The edge cap is positioned between and bonded to the first board and the second board such that a cavity is defined by the first board, the second board, and the edge cap. The cavity is configured to receive an insert and is isolated from forces transferred between the first board and the second board.
B32B 3/06 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for securing layers togetherLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for attaching the product to another member, e.g. to a support
B32B 3/12 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a layer of regularly-arranged cells whether integral or formed individually or by conjunction of separate strips, e.g. honeycomb structure
B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
A base for a cargo container including a bottom plate, a top plate, risers, and a bracket. The top plate has a top surface that faces away from the bottom plate. The risers interconnect the top plate and the bottom plate. The bracket extends between the top plate and the bottom plate and is configured to maintain a distance between the top plate and the bottom plate. The bracket is replaceable from the base without access to the top surface of the top plate.
A base for a cargo container including a bottom plate (230), a top plate (220), risers, and a bracket (270). The top plate has a top surface (222) that faces away from the bottom plate. The risers interconnect the top plate and the bottom plate. The bracket extends between the top plate and the bottom plate and is configured to maintain a distance between the top plate and the bottom plate. The bracket (270) is replaceable from the base without access to the top surface of the top plate.
A cargo container includes a plurality of panels, a first set of rales, a first pack, and a second pack. The plurality of panels defines a chamber that has an opening configured for loading and unloading of cargo in the chamber. The plurality of panels includes a first panel with the first set of rails connected to the first panel and disposed within the chamber. The first pack and the second pack are slidably received on the first set of rails and each include a phase-change material (PCM) disposed therein. The first pack and the second pack are interlocked with one another such that the first pack and the second pack slide in concert with one another.
Temperature controlled cargo containers for transport made primarily of non-metal materials; cargo containers for transport to provide enclosure and protection for various contents to be transported made primarily of non-metal materials; cargo containers for transport for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers; Unit load devices (ULD) made primarily of non-metal materials used to contain cargo for loading, transporting and unloading
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers; non-metal insulated doors for primarily non-metal cargo containers for transport used in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications; Unit load devices (ULD) made primarily of non-metal materials used to contain cargo for loading, transporting and unloading; lock protected Unit Load Device (ULD) made primarily of non-metal materials featuring securable locking container curtain
Shipping containers made primarily of honeycomb thermoplastic with metal frames; Cargo shipping containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished and to be assembled, and parts therefor, for use in commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers; Cargo shipping containers made primarily of non-metal materials used to contain cargo for loading, transporting and unloading; Enclosures being shipping containers primarily of non-metal for transporting cargo by air, land, or sea
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INTERLOCKING MODULAR PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL SYSTEM FOR CARGO CONTAINERS
A cargo container includes a plurality of panels, a first set of rales, a first pack, and a second pack. The plurality of panels defines a chamber that has an opening configured for loading and unloading of cargo in the chamber. The plurality of panels includes a first panel with the first set of rails connected to the first panel and disposed within the chamber. The first pack and the second pack are slidably received on the first set of rails and each include a phase-change material (PCM) disposed therein. The first pack and the second pack are interlocked with one another such that the first pack and the second pack slide in concert with one another.
B65D 81/18 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents providing specific environment for contents, e.g. temperature above or below ambient
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
B65D 63/08 - Joints using buckles, wedges, or like locking members attached to the ends of the elements
B65D 88/74 - Large containers having means for heating, cooling, aerating or other conditioning of contents
F25B 29/00 - Combined heating and refrigeration systems, e.g. operating alternately or simultaneously
F25B 11/00 - Compression machines, plants or systems, using turbines, e.g. gas turbines
A zipper closure for a panel includes a holder and a first zipper. The holder includes an attachment tab, a first wing, and a second wing. The attachment tab is configured to attach to a panel. The first wing includes a first securement segment and the second wing includes a second securement segment that opposes the first securement segment. The first zipper includes a chain and a zipper tape. The zipper tape extends in a direction away from the chain and includes a first surface that has a third securement segment attached thereto and includes a second surface that is opposite the first surface and has a fourth securement segment attached thereto. The fourth securement segment is engaged with the first securement segment and the third securement segment is engaged with the second securement segment to releaseably secure the first zipper to the holder.
A zipper closure for a panel includes a holder and a first zipper. The holder includes an attachment tab, a first wing, and a second wing. The attachment tab is configured to attach to a panel. The first wing includes a first securement segment and the second wing includes a second securement segment that opposes the first securement segment. The first zipper includes a chain and a zipper tape. The zipper tape extends in a direction away from the chain and includes a first surface that has a third securement segment attached thereto and includes a second surface that is opposite the first surface and has a fourth securement segment attached thereto. The fourth securement segment is engaged with the first securement segment and the third securement segment is engaged with the second securement segment to releaseably secure the first zipper to the holder.
A thermally insulated panel includes a first skin, a second skin spaced apart from the first skin, and a core that is disposed between and bonded to the first skin and the second skin such that the core transfers loads between the first skin and the second skin. The core includes a porous filler material that has a vacuum drawn therein such that the core resists transfer of thermal energy through the panel. A cargo container including thermally insulated panels and a method of manufacturing the thermally insulated panels are also disclosed. In addition, a method of repairing a vacuum insulated panel is disclosed.
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
B32B 3/12 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a layer of regularly-arranged cells whether integral or formed individually or by conjunction of separate strips, e.g. honeycomb structure
B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
B32B 37/14 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers
B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
B65D 88/14 - Large containers rigid specially adapted for transport by air
B65D 90/08 - Interconnections of wall partsSealing means therefor
B65D 90/48 - Arrangements of indicating or measuring devices
B65D 90/505 - Arrangements of indicating or measuring devices of leakage-indicating devices comprising porous spaces or porous layers in walls
B65D 90/507 - Arrangements of indicating or measuring devices of leakage-indicating devices comprising porous spaces or porous layers in walls under pressure or vacuum
A thermally insulated panel includes a first skin, a second skin spaced apart from the first skin, and a core that is disposed between and bonded to the first skin and the second skin such that the core transfers loads between the first skin and the second skin. The core includes a porous filler material that has a vacuum drawn therein such that the core resists transfer of thermal energy through the panel. A cargo container including thermally insulated panels and a method of manufacturing the thermally insulated panels are also disclosed. In addition, a method of repairing a vacuum insulated panel is disclosed.
B32B 1/06 - Layered products essentially having a general shape other than plane characterised by fillings or added members in hollow portions
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B65D 90/20 - Frames or nets, e.g. for flexible containers
A latch for securing a component to a track in a base of air cargo equipment, such as a pallet or the floor of a unit load device. The latch includes a rigid support configured to be attached at the bottom edge of the component. The latch also includes a handle. The handle rotates relative to the support between an open position and a closed position. The handle uses a rotationally tapered locking cam to secure the component to the track. In one embodiment, the component is a door, such as a fabric curtain.
E05C 3/04 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively without latching action with operating handle or equivalent member rigid with the bolt
E05B 13/00 - Devices preventing the key or the handle or both from being used
E05B 83/02 - Locks for railway freight-cars, freight containers or the likeLocks for the cargo compartments of commercial lorries, trucks or vans
E05B 83/12 - Locks for railway freight-cars, freight containers or the likeLocks for the cargo compartments of commercial lorries, trucks or vans for back doors of vans
B65D 90/00 - Component parts, details or accessories for large containers
B64D 9/00 - Equipment for handling freightEquipment for facilitating passenger embarkation or the like
B65D 88/14 - Large containers rigid specially adapted for transport by air
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, to
provide enclosure and protection for various contents to be
transported and for use in aerospace, commercial and
industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo
containers; non-metal insulated doors for primarily
non-metal cargo containers for transport used in aerospace,
commercial and industrial applications; unit load devices
(ULD) made primarily of non-metal materials used to contain
cargo for loading, transporting and unloading.
26.
Fabric air cargo container doors having improved fastening system
A fabric closure for the open end of an air cargo container having a fabric door and a fastening system for connecting the opposed side edges of the fabric door to couplings attached to the container. The fastening system includes at least one fabric pocket, a protective strip attached to the outer surface of the pocket, and a connecting strap for being secured around a respective coupling. The connecting strap passes through the fabric pocket and is engaged with a hook and loop fastener portion on the protective strip.
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials,
finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use
in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air,
land or sea cargo containers; unit load devices (ULD) made
primarily of non-metal materials used to contain cargo for
loading, transporting and unloading.
Non-metal separable fasteners for securing non-metal doors of primarily non-metal cargo containers for transport, used in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications
A latch for securing a component to a track in a base of air cargo equipment, such as a pallet or the floor of a unit load device. The latch includes a rigid support configured to be attached at the bottom edge of the component. The latch also includes a handle. The handle rotates relative to the support between an open position and a closed position. The handle uses a rotationally tapered locking cam to secure the component to the track. In one embodiment, the component is a door, such as a fabric curtain.
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers; Unit load devices (ULD) made primarily of non-metal materials used to contain cargo for loading, transporting and unloading
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, to provide enclosure and protection for various contents to be transported and for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers; Non-metal insulated doors for primarily non-metal cargo containers for transport used in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications; Unit load devices (ULD) made primarily of non-metal materials used to contain cargo for loading, transporting and unloading
A curtain closure for the cargo opening of an air cargo container and the air cargo containers that have the same. The curtain closures include a fabric layer, and at least one of an insulating layer or a reinforcing layer attached to the inside of the fabric layer.
B64D 9/00 - Equipment for handling freightEquipment for facilitating passenger embarkation or the like
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
B65D 88/14 - Large containers rigid specially adapted for transport by air
E06B 5/00 - Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor
A curtain closure for the cargo opening of an air cargo container and the air cargo containers that have the same. The curtain closures include a fabric layer, and at least one of an insulating layer or a reinforcing layer attached to the inside of the fabric layer.
A curtain closure for the cargo opening of an air cargo container and the air cargo containers that have the same. The curtain closures include a fabric layer, and at least one of an insulating layer or a reinforcing layer attached to the inside of the fabric layer.
B64D 9/00 - Equipment for handling freightEquipment for facilitating passenger embarkation or the like
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
B65D 88/14 - Large containers rigid specially adapted for transport by air
E06B 5/00 - Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials,
finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use
in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air,
land or sea cargo containers; non-metal insulated doors for
primarily non-metal cargo containers for transport used in
aerospace, commercial and industrial applications.
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials,
finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use
in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air,
land or sea cargo containers.
Pallets made primarily of thermoplastics for use in the air
cargo industry; pallets made primarily of thermoset plastics
for use in the air cargo industry.
Composite panel for air cargo containers including a fire resistant, closed cell foam core, a skin attached to at least one surface of the core formed by fire resistant fibers in a matrix resin, wherein the panel will contain an internal fire with temperatures of up to 1500° F. for a period of at least 4 hours.
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
B32B 5/24 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer
B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B32B 27/42 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising condensation resins of aldehydes, e.g. with phenols, ureas or melamines
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers
41.
Fabric closure with an access opening for cargo containers
A fabric closure, and enclosure, are provided for cargo containers, including a fabric panel formed of high-strength yarns, and a pair of selectively closeable openings formed in the fabric panel for access therethrough, the selectively closeable openings having a substantially vertical opening, and a slide fastener for closure thereof.
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers; non-metal insulated doors for primarily non-metal cargo containers for transport used in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications
Cargo containers made primarily of non-metal materials, finished and to be assembled, and parts therefore, for use in aerospace, commercial and industrial applications as air, land or sea cargo containers
Pallets made primarily of thermoplastics for use in the air cargo industry; Pallets made primarily of thermoset plastics for use in the air cargo industry
An air cargo pallet with a central panel created from a plurality of sandwiched layers, including a foam core disposed between an upper skin layer having a resin and fiber combination and a lower skin layer having a resin and fiber combination. The central panel is reinforced with additional fibers extending through the lower skin layer, the foam core and the upper skin layer. An interface layer is disposed around the periphery of the foam core and bonded between the upper skin layer and the lower skin layer to complete the central panel. The pallet is then formed by snap fitting a plurality of rails around the circumference of the central panel by connection to the interface layer.
An air cargo pallet with a central panel created from a plurality of sandwiched layers, including a foam core disposed between an upper skin layer having a resin and fiber combination and a lower skin layer having a resin and fiber combination. The central panel is reinforced with additional fibers extending through the lower skin layer, the foam core and the upper skin layer. An interface layer is disposed around the periphery of the foam core and bonded between the upper skin layer and the lower skin layer to complete the central panel. The pallet is then formed by snap fitting a plurality of rails around the circumference of the central panel by connection to the interface layer.
A fabric closure, and enclosure, are provided for cargo containers, including a fabric panel formed of high-strength yarns, and a selectively closeable opening formed in the fabric panel for access therethrough, the selectively closeable opening having a substantially vertical opening, and a slide fastener for closure thereof.
A separable, strap closure member for a fabric door that is removably connectable to a clevis or coupling on the side of a cargo container. The strap closure member includes a pocket, a separable strap that connects to the clevis or coupling, and optionally a connection member fixed to the container fabric door adjacent to the inward end of the pocket. The separable strap closure is easy to fasten and unfasten and can be easily repaired without sewing. The strap includes hook or loop fastening portions along its face that attach to mating hook or loop fastener portions on the rear face of the pocket of the fabric door. Also, the portion of the strap or hook/loop fastener portion thereon that connects to the rear face of the pocket may include bright or distinctive coloring so a repair worker can tell when the strap is properly positioned and aligned.
Composite panel for air cargo containers including a fire resistant, closed cell foam core, a skin attached to each surface of the core formed by fire resistant fibers in a matrix resin, wherein the panel will contain an internal fire with temperatures of up to 1500°F for a period of at least 4 hours.
Composite panel for air cargo containers including a fire resistant, closed cell foam core, a skin attached to each surface of the core formed by fire resistant fibers in a matrix resin, wherein the panel will contain an internal fire with temperatures of up to 1500° F. for a period of at least 4 hours.
A fabric closure, and enclosure, are provided for cargo containers, including a fabric panel formed of high-strength yarns, and a pair of selectively closeable openings formed in the fabric panel for access therethrough, the selectively closeable openings having a substantially vertical opening, and a slide fastener for closure thereof.
A fabric closure, and enclosure, are provided for cargo containers, including a fabric panel formed of high-strength yarns, and a selectively closeable opening fomied in the fabric panel for access therethrough, the selectively closeable opening having a substantially vertical opening, and a slide fastener for closure thereof.
A fabric closure, and enclosure, are provided for cargo containers, including a fabric panel formed of high-strength yarns, and a pair of selectively closeable openings formed in the fabric panel for access therethrough, the selectively closeable openings having a substantially vertical opening, and a slide fastener for closure thereof.
A fabric closure, and enclosure, are provided for cargo containers, including a fabric panel formed of high-strength yarns, and a selectively closeable opening formed in the fabric panel for access therethrough, the selectively closeable opening having a substantially vertical opening, and a slide fastener for closure thereof.
A puncture and abrasion resistant, air and water impervious laminated fabric is provided. The laminated fabric includes a woven fabric base layer having warp and weft yarns, with at least 50 percent of the fibers in the warp yarns being formed of high performance material. A first thermoplastic film is bonded by heat and pressure to at least one of the sides of the fabric base layer. The first thermoplastic film is formed of ethylene vinyl acetate. A second thermoplastic film is bonded by heat and pressure to the first thermoplastic film on at least one of sides of the fabric. The second thermoplastic film is formed from either high density polyethylene or low density polyethylene.
A puncture and abrasion resistant, air and water impervious laminated fabric is provided. The laminated fabric includes a woven fabric base layer having warp and weft yarns, with at least 50 percent of the fibers in the warp yarns being formed of high performance material. A first thermoplastic film is bonded by heat and pressure to at least one of the sides of the fabric base layer. The first thermoplastic film is formed of ethylene vinyl acetate. A second thermoplastic film is bonded by heat and pressure to the first thermoplastic film on at least one of sides of the fabric. The second thermoplastic film is formed from either high density polyethylene or low density polyethylene.
A composite flexible fabric is employed as a covering for an opening of a building, such as a window or door. The composite fabric protects the opening from hurricane force winds and associated flying objects. The composite fabric is formed from at least one layer of a fabric comprised of high tenacity fibers and at least one ultraviolet radiation resistant layer which is attached to the high tenacity fiber fabric. The UV resistant layer limits transmission of both UVA and UVB rays preferably to less than about 10% of the radiation incident upon such layer. Preferably, the UV resistant layer is a woven fabric, and the layer of high tenacity fibers is a woven fabric of extended chain polyethylene fibers. An adhesive layer may be used to enhance bonding between the fabric layer and the UV resistant layer.
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
D03D 15/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used
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Storm panel for protecting windows and doors during high winds
A storm panel of high strength fabric is constructed, reinforced, and installed in such a way as to comply with the building codes as a large missile impact system. When not in use, the fabric can be rolled and stored and placed in an attractive cover without disassembly.
A storm panel of high strength fabric is constructed, reinforced, and installed in such a way as to comply with the building codes as a large missile impact system. The panel includes a zippered opening for access through the panel when in use. When not in use, the fabric can be rolled and stored and placed in an attractive cover without disassembly.
A composite flexible fabric is employed as a covering for an opening of a building, such as a window or door. The composite fabric protects the opening from hurricane force winds and associated flying objects. The composite fabric is formed from at least one layer of a fabric comprised of high tenacity polyolefin fibers and at least one layer of a plastic film. The film is attached to at least one surface of the high tenacity polyolefin fiber fabric. Each of the fabric layer and the film layer are sufficient translucent so as to permit light to enter the opening of the building. The fabric layer provides protection against high wind and impact from projectiles, and the film layer provides an impervious barrier to water, such as wind driven rain. An adhesive layer may be used to enhance bonding between the fabric layer and the film layer.
Tubular structures formed of helically wound layers of a composite fabric structure. The fabric structure has an inwardly facing layer in the form of a fabric base. The fabric base comprises a network of high tenacity fibers. The composite fabric structure also includes an outwardly facing layer formed of rubber. The inwardly facing layer and the outwardly facing layer are bonded together, preferably through the use of a bonding layer. The tubular structure may be used as a stand along product, as an antichafing cover for a rope, as a liner for a pipe, or the like.
B32B 3/00 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form
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Puncture and abrasion resistant, air and water impervious laminated fabric
A puncture and abrasion resistant, air and water impervious laminated fabric is provided. The laminated fabric includes a woven fabric base layer having warp and weft yarns, with at least 50 percent of the fibers in the warp yarns being formed of high performance material. A first thermoplastic film is bonded by heat and pressure to at least one of the sides of the fabric base layer. The first thermoplastic film is formed of ethylene vinyl acetate. A second thermoplastic film is bonded by heat and pressure to the first thermoplastic film on at least one of sides of the fabric. The second thermoplastic film is formed from either high density polyethylene or low density polyethylene.
An abrasion-resistant skirt material for use with air cushion vehicles having at least one air chamber. The sheet material comprises a fabric base comprising yarns of an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene. A bonding layer, comprising a thermoplastic material is bonded to the fabric base, and an outer layer, comprising a rubber compound is bonded to the bonding layer.
A protective cover for lengths of materials used in environments in which the lengths of material are moved and pulled around and subjected to abrasion, chemicals, and weather extremes. The protective cover includes a sleeve that surrounds the length of material to be protected. The sleeve has open ends and is formed of a fabric made substantially of high performance yarns.
