12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes. Hats; headwear; shirts; jackets; sweaters. Model planes; scale model aircraft. Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes. Hats; headwear; shirts; jackets; sweaters. Model planes; scale model aircraft. Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes. Hats; headwear; shirts; jackets; sweaters. Model planes; scale model aircraft. Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes. Hats; headwear; shirts; jackets; sweaters. Model planes; scale model aircraft. Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes. Hats; headwear; shirts; jackets; sweaters. Model planes; scale model aircraft. Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes. Hats; headwear; shirts; jackets; sweaters. Model planes; scale model aircraft. Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
(1) Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes.
(2) Hats; headwear namely, caps and toques; shirts; jackets; sweaters.
(3) Model planes; scale model aircraft. (1) Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
(1) Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes.
(2) Hats; headwear namely, caps and toques; shirts; jackets; sweaters
(3) Model planes; scale model aircraft. (1) Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
(1) Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes.
(2) Hats; headwear namely, caps and toques; shirts; jackets; sweaters.
(3) Model planes; scale model aircraft. (1) Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
(1) Aircraft; structural parts for airplanes.
(2) Hats; headwear namely, caps and toques; shirts; jackets; sweaters.
(3) Model planes; scale model aircraft. (1) Aircraft maintenance and repair services.
A method for forming features in a composite component (90), comprising: depositing (702, 902, 1202, 1504) a composite material (102) on a base tool (100, 200, 300, 400); deploying (908, 1206, 1508, 1708) a feature forming tool (110, 210, 30, 410, 510) to press the composite material (102) into one or more recesses (104, 204, 304); and processing the composite material (102) with the feature forming tool (110, 210, 30, 410, 510) pressing the composite material (102) into the one or more recesses (104, 204, 304), the processed composite material (102) forming a green state composite component, wherein the feature forming tool (110, 210, 30, 410, 510) comprises one or more forming members (214) for forming one or more features of the composite component (90), the forming members (214) supported by a frame (212).
B29C 70/44 - Shaping or impregnating by compression for producing articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles using isostatic pressure, e.g. pressure difference-moulding, vacuum bag-moulding, autoclave-moulding or expanding rubber-moulding
B29C 70/46 - Shaping or impregnating by compression for producing articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles using matched moulds, e.g. for deforming sheet moulding compounds [SMC] or prepregs
An air duct includes a first chamber and a second chamber, the first chamber being defined between an air handling device and the second chamber, and the second chamber being defined between the first chamber and an environment exterior to the air duct, a plurality of first openings between the first chamber and the second chamber, a plurality of second openings between the second chamber and the environment exterior to the air duct, and a sound absorbing material defining at least a portion of an interior surface of at least one of the first chamber and the second chamber.
Systems and methods for deploying adjacent trailing edge flaps that are part of different flap assemblies of different stiffnesses are disclosed. An exemplary method comprises: deploying a first flap of a first flap assembly having a first stiffness by a first deployment amount and deploying a second flap adjacent the first flap by a second deployment amount where the deployment amount of the first flap part of the flap assembly of lower stiffness is greater than the second deployment amount of the second flap part of the flap assembly of higher stiffness. The difference in deployment amounts may be adapted to improve continuity between the first flap and the second flap when the first and second flaps are deployed and subjected to an aerodynamic load.
A temperature monitoring unit may be removably installed inside an aircraft wing structure for monitoring temperature conditions along the span of the wing. The wing structure has a temperature-sensitive device (162) for monitoring a temperature condition, which is attached to a support frame (173). The support frame and attached temperature-sensitive device may be installed as a unit within the wing structure. The support frame may be configured for sliding engagement inside the wing structure, for example, with a set of tracks.
Trailing edge assemblies, couplers and methods for deploying a trailing edge flap of an aircraft wing are disclosed. An exemplary method disclosed herein comprises guiding an aft portion of the trailing edge flap (28) along an elongated track member (36C) as the trailing edge flap (28) moves toward the deployed position; guiding a forward portion of the trailing edge flap (28) along the elongated track member (36C) as the trailing edge flap (28) moves toward the deployed position; and accommodating transverse movement of the forward portion of the trailing edge flap (28) relative to the elongated track member (36C).
Apparatus and method for actuating a double-slotted flap (26) movably coupled to an aircraft wing (12) are disclosed. An exemplary method comprises actuating a first panel (26A) of the double-slotted flap (26) relative to a structure of the aircraft wing (12), using motion of the first panel (26A) to induce rotation of a slave screw (38), and using the rotation of the slave screw (38) to actuate the second panel (26B) relative to the first panel (26A).
An isolation mount connecting a panel to a structure includes a housing disposeable on the structure, a fastener receiver with a panel-facing surface, and a damper connecting the housing to the fastener receiver. The panel-facing surface of the fastener receiver defines a static coefficient of friction between the panel-facing surface and the panel discouraging rotation of panel-facing surface around a longitudinal axis.
A demolding apparatus includes a mold (12) for receiving a composite component (16), the composite component (16) defining a periphery, a trim zone (26) interior to the periphery and a non-trim zone (28) interior to the trim zone (26), and a first inflatable element (14) for being positioned between the mold (12) and the composite element (16), the first inflatable member (14) being disposed at least partially within the non-trim zone (28). A demolding method includes positioning a first inflatable element (14) on the mold (12), applying a plurality of layers (16) atop the first inflatable element (14) to create a layer stack, curing the layer stack to create the composite component, and inflating the first inflatable element (14) with a fluid in order to assist with demolding the composite component from the mold (12). Positioning the first inflatable element (14) on the mold (12) is contemplated to include positioning at least a portion of the first inflatable element (14) within the non-trim zone (28).
B29C 70/54 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
B29C 33/46 - Moulds or coresDetails thereof or accessories therefor with means for, or specially constructed to facilitate, the removal of articles, e.g. of undercut articles using fluid pressure
30.
Methods and apparatus for diagnostics of aircraft and other mobile platforms
Methods and apparatus disclosed herein may facilitate the evaluation of time-correlated operational data associated with a mobile platform more effectively by presenting the relevant data in ways that are relatively straightforward to interpret and more favorable to the identification of potential root causes. In some aspects, the methods and apparatus disclosed herein may facilitate the evaluation of multiple systems simultaneously at different points in time to study the initiation and evolution of one or more faults across one or more systems. In various embodiments, the methods and apparatus disclosed herein make use of graphic user interfaces containing synchronized elements such as two-dimensional plots, fault timelines, alert timelines and status information to facilitate diagnostics of mobile platforms.
G07C 5/12 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time in graphical form
G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
The disclosure discloses apparatus and methods for repairing defects such as porosity and/or edge delamination in composite laminates (14) by infusion of flowable matrix material (16). In some embodiments, methods disclosed herein comprise infusing the flowable matrix material (16) into a space in the composite laminate through the use of a formed hole (42) extending at least partially through the composite laminate (14). In some embodiments, methods disclosed herein comprise infusing the flowable matrix material (16) into a space in the composite laminate in a stepwise manner in order to obtain more complete filling of such space.
B29C 73/02 - Repairing of articles made from plastics or substances in a plastic state, e.g. of articles shaped or produced by using techniques covered by this subclass or subclass using liquid or paste-like material
B29C 70/44 - Shaping or impregnating by compression for producing articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles using isostatic pressure, e.g. pressure difference-moulding, vacuum bag-moulding, autoclave-moulding or expanding rubber-moulding
32.
AIRCRAFT CABIN AIR TEMPERATURE SENSING APPARATUS AND SYSTEM USING PASSIVE AIR FLOW
An air temperature sensing apparatus and a system for an aircraft includes an ejector with a first air duct (118) for receiving a first air flow (120) from an aircraft air distribution duct, the first air duct (118) defining a first cross-sectional area (134), a second air duct (122) for receiving a second air flow (124) from a passenger compartment of the aircraft, the second air flow (124) merging with the first air flow (120) downstream of the second air duct (122), and a restrictor (130) connected to the first air duct (118) defining a minimal cross-sectional area (144). The apparatus and system also include a temperature sensor (140) in fluid communication with the second air flow (124). The minimal cross-sectional area (144) of the restrictor is smaller than the first cross-sectional area (134) of the first air duct to create a region of low pressure within the ejector, causing the second air flow (124) to be suctioned over the temperature sensor (140).
Tailplanes and empennages for aircraft are disclosed. An exemplary tailplane disclosed includes a stabilizer having a fixed shape and an elevator movably secured to the stabilizer. The elevator is movable from a neutral position relative to the stabilizer. The stabilizer and the elevator define an airfoil cross-sectional shape having a positive camber when the elevator is in the neutral position. The positive camber of the airfoil cross-sectional shape may facilitate movement of the elevator during some flight conditions. Also disclosed are tailplanes having camber distributions that vary along the spans of the tailplanes.
A composite material includes a honeycomb layer with top and bottom sides. The honeycomb layer includes a plurality of walls defining a plurality of cells therein. A first adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the top side of the honeycomb layer. A second adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the bottom side of the honeycomb layer. A third adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the first adhesive layer on the top side of the honeycomb layer. A first composite layer is disposed adjacent to the third adhesive layer on the top side of the honeycomb layer. A second composite layer is disposed adjacent to the second adhesive layer on the bottom side of the honey comb layer. At least the third adhesive layer comprises viscous properties that discourage the creation of channels within the first composite layer when co-cured.
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
B29D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
B32B 37/14 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers
B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
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 5/26 - 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
B32B 7/10 - Interconnection of layers at least one layer having inter-reactive properties
B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
A door for an aircraft includes a first panel divisible into at least two first slats that are releasably connected to one another, a first tensioning cable attached between the at least two first slats, and a first tensioner connected to the first tensioning cable and being operative to apply a first tension thereto, thereby permitting the first tensioning cable to hold the at least two first slats together to form the first panel and to release the first tension in the first tensioning cable upon occurrence of a release action, thereby permitting the at least two first slats to dissociate from one another so that the first panel fragments.
A landing gear system includes landing gear, an uplock that is releasably engageable with the landing gear, an uplock hydraulic actuator operably connected to the uplock, a landing gear hydraulic actuator operatively connected to the landing gear, and a controller operatively connected to the uplock hydraulic actuator and the landing gear hydraulic actuator. In response to receipt of a command to deploy the landing gear, the controller actuates the uplock hydraulic actuator and the landing gear hydraulic actuator to the UP condition and then actuates the uplock hydraulic actuator and the landing gear actuator to the DOWN condition. An alternative embodiment incorporates a piloted check valve upstream of the landing gear hydraulic actuator. The piloted check valve delays operation of the landing gear hydraulic actuator until release of the landing gear by the uplock.
A vehicle seat includes a seat pan, where the seat pan front edge defines a first pivot point and the seat pan rear edge defines a second pivot point. A swivel is disposed beneath and supporting the seat, permitting the seat to rotate about a pivotal axis. First and second armrests are disposed on either side of the seat pan. A first control is positioned in the first armrest to lock and unlock movement of the seat in at least one of lateral and longitudinal directions. A second control is positioned in the second armrest to lock and unlock at least the swivel.
B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
B60N 2/14 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable rotatable, e.g. to permit easy access
B60N 2/18 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable height-adjustable the front or the rear portion of the seat being adjustable, e.g. independently of each other
B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
B60N 2/34 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles convertible for other use into a bed
B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
A seat (214) for an aircraft is provided that includes a seat pan (228), having a seat pan front edge and a seat pan rear edge, a backrest (218), having a backrest top edge and a backrest bottom edge, where the backrest bottom edge is articulately disposed adjacent to the seat pan rear edge, a headrest (216), having a headrest top edge and a headrest bottom edge, where the headrest bottom edge is articulately disposed adjacent to the backrest top edge, a tracking device (234) disposed beneath the seat pan and being attachable to a floor of the aircraft, the tracking device permitting the seat pan to translate in at least one of a lateral direction and a longitudinal direction, and a swivel (232) connected between the tracking device and the seat pan, permitting the seat pan to rotate with respect to the tracking device.
A vehicle seat includes a seat, a swivel connected to and rotatably supporting the seat, a swivel frame connected to the swivel, a first lateral rail supporting the swivel frame, the first lateral rail permitting the swivel frame to move in a first direction, and a first longitudinal rail supporting the first lateral rail such that the first lateral rail is movable along the first longitudinal rail, thereby permitting the swivel frame to move in a second direction that is perpendicular to the first direction.
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
B60N 2/14 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable rotatable, e.g. to permit easy access
A seat (86) for a vehicle includes a seat pan (88), where the seat pan front edge defines a first pivot point (P2) and the seat pan rear edge defines a second pivot point (P1), a backrest (92) articulately disposed adjacent to the seat pan rear edge, a headrest (94) articulately disposed adjacent to the backrest top edge, and two armrests (96) positioned adjacent lateral sides of the seat pan (88). The armrests (96) define top surfaces (100) that are disposed a predetermined height (h) above the seat pan top surface. The seat (86) is configurable into at least one of a taxi, takeoff and landing position (F), a napping position (H), and a sleeping position (I). The first pivot point (P2) remains in a substantially fixed position for the taxi, takeoff and landing position (F), the napping position (H), and the sleeping position (I). The predetermined height (h) varies for each of the taxi, takeoff and landing position (F), the napping position (H), and the sleeping position (I).
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
B60N 2/14 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable rotatable, e.g. to permit easy access
B60N 2/18 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable height-adjustable the front or the rear portion of the seat being adjustable, e.g. independently of each other
B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
B60N 2/34 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles convertible for other use into a bed
A seat for a vehicle includes a seat pan with a front edge defining a first pivot point and a rear edge defining a second pivot point, a backrest with a backrest bottom edge articulately disposed adjacent to the seat pan rear edge, and a headrest with a headrest bottom edge articulately disposed adjacent to the backrest top edge. The seat pan, the backrest, and the headrest are positionable with respect to one another such that the seat is configurable into at least one of a taxi, takeoff and landing position, a napping position, and a sleeping position. The first pivot point remains in a substantially fixed position for the taxi, takeoff and landing position, the sleeping position, and the napping position.
B60N 2/34 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles convertible for other use into a bed
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
B60N 2/14 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable rotatable, e.g. to permit easy access
B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
B60N 2/18 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable height-adjustable the front or the rear portion of the seat being adjustable, e.g. independently of each other
A method is provided for generating thickness characteristic information about an uncured prepreg material. The uncured prepreg material includes a fabric layer and a first resin layer partially impregnated into the fabric layer. The method includes the steps of introducing an initial energy signal into the uncured prepreg material, receiving at least one reflected energy signal from the uncured prepreg material, and generating the thickness characteristic information about the uncured prepreg material from the at least one reflected energy signal. An apparatus also is provided, which includes an energy generator to generate an initial energy signal for introduction into the uncured prepreg material, an energy receiver to receive at least one reflected energy signal from the uncured prepreg material, and a processor to generate the thickness characteristic information about the uncured prepreg material from the at least one reflected energy signal.
Methods and apparatus disclosed herein may facilitate the evaluation of time-correlated operational data associated with a mobile platform more effectively by presenting the relevant data in ways that are relatively straightforward to interpret and more favorable to the identification of potential root causes. In some aspects, the methods and apparatus disclosed herein may facilitate the evaluation of multiple systems simultaneously at different points in time to study the initiation and evolution of one or more faults across one or more systems. In various embodiments, the methods and apparatus disclosed herein make use of graphic user interfaces containing synchronized elements such as two-dimensional plots, fault timelines, alert timelines and status information to facilitate diagnostics of mobile platforms.
Methods and apparatus disclosed herein may facilitate the evaluation of time-correlated operational data associated with a mobile platform more effectively by presenting the relevant data in ways that are relatively straightforward to interpret and more favorable to the identification of potential root causes. In some aspects, the methods and apparatus disclosed herein may facilitate the evaluation of multiple systems simultaneously at different points in time to study the initiation and evolution of one or more faults across one or more systems. In various embodiments, the methods and apparatus disclosed herein make use of graphic user interfaces containing synchronized elements such as two-dimensional plots, fault timelines, alert timelines and status information to facilitate diagnostics of mobile platforms.
A viewing device for an aircraft includes an image receiver adapted to receive an image of a predetermined spatial area of an exterior of an aircraft, an image projector adapted to display the image of the predetermined spatial area, and an image conduit connecting the image receiver to the image projector. The image receiver is adapted to be positioned on an exterior side of the aircraft below a lateral width of a fuselage of the aircraft while the image projector is adapted to be positioned on an interior side of the aircraft above the lateral width of the fuselage of the aircraft. The image projector is adapted to be positioned at a first predetermined height above a floor on the interior side of the aircraft, consistent with a person's eye level. The image projector is separated from the image receiver by a first predetermined distance.
H04N 7/20 - Adaptations for transmission via a GHz frequency band, e.g. via satellite
G02B 6/06 - Light guidesStructural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings formed by bundles of fibres the relative position of the fibres being the same at both ends, e.g. for transporting images
Tailplanes (24) and empennages (16) for aircraft (10) are disclosed. An exemplary tailplane (24) disclosed includes a stabilizer (30) having a fixed shape and an elevator (32) movably secured to the stabilizer (30). The elevator (32) is movable from a neutral position relative to the stabilizer (30). The stabilizer (32) and the elevator (32) define an airfoil cross-sectional shape (38) having a positive camber when the elevator (32) is in the neutral position. The positive camber of the airfoil cross-sectional shape (38) may facilitate movement of the elevator (32) during some flight conditions. Also disclosed are tailplanes (24) having camber distributions that vary along the spans of the tailplanes (24).
Tailplanes (24) and empennages (16) for aircraft (10) are disclosed. An exemplary tailplane (24) disclosed includes a stabilizer (30) having a fixed shape and an elevator (32) movably secured to the stabilizer (30). The elevator (32) is movable from a neutral position relative to the stabilizer (30). The stabilizer (32) and the elevator (32) define an airfoil cross-sectional shape (38) having a positive camber when the elevator (32) is in the neutral position. The positive camber of the airfoil cross-sectional shape (38) may facilitate movement of the elevator (32) during some flight conditions. Also disclosed are tailplanes (24) having camber distributions that vary along the spans of the tailplanes (24).
A composite material includes a honeycomb layer with top and bottom sides. The honeycomb layer includes a plurality of walls defining a plurality of cells therein. A first adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the top side of the honeycomb layer. A second adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the bottom side of the honeycomb layer. A third adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the first adhesive layer on the top side of the honeycomb layer. A first composite layer is disposed adjacent to the third adhesive layer on the top side of the honeycomb layer. A second composite layer is disposed adjacent to the second adhesive layer on the bottom side of the honey comb layer. At least the third adhesive layer comprises viscous properties that discourage the creation of channels within the first composite layer when co-cured.
B29C 70/08 - Fibrous reinforcements only comprising combinations of different forms of fibrous reinforcements incorporated in matrix material, forming one or more layers, with or without non-reinforced layers
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 37/14 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers
49.
COMPOSITE MATERIAL INCORPORATING WATER INGRESS BARRIER
A composite material includes a honeycomb layer with top and bottom sides. The honeycomb layer includes a plurality of walls defining a plurality of cells therein. A first adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the top side of the honeycomb layer. A second adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the bottom side of the honeycomb layer. A third adhesive layer is disposed adjacent to the first adhesive layer on the top side of the honeycomb layer. A first composite layer is disposed adjacent to the third adhesive layer on the top side of the honeycomb layer. A second composite layer is disposed adjacent to the second adhesive layer on the bottom side of the honey comb layer. At least the third adhesive layer comprises viscous properties that discourage the creation of channels within the first composite layer when co-cured.
B29C 70/08 - Fibrous reinforcements only comprising combinations of different forms of fibrous reinforcements incorporated in matrix material, forming one or more layers, with or without non-reinforced layers
B32B 37/14 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers
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
A door for an aircraft includes a first panel (58) divisible into at least two first slats (64-70) that are releasable connected to one another, a first tensioning cable (100) attached between the at least two first slats, and a first tensioner (124) connected to the first tensioning cable and being operative to apply a first tension thereto, thereby permitting the first tensioning cable to hold the at least two first slats together to form the first panel and to release the first tension in the first tensioning cable upon occurrence of a release action, thereby permitting the at least two first slats to dissociate from one another so that the first panel fragments.
A door for an aircraft includes a first panel (58) divisible into at least two first slats (64-70) that are releasable connected to one another, a first tensioning cable (100) attached between the at least two first slats, and a first tensioner (124) connected to the first tensioning cable and being operative to apply a first tension thereto, thereby permitting the first tensioning cable to hold the at least two first slats together to form the first panel and to release the first tension in the first tensioning cable upon occurrence of a release action, thereby permitting the at least two first slats to dissociate from one another so that the first panel fragments.
The disclosure describes components, mechanisms, assemblies and methods useful in the actuation of flight control surfaces of aircraft. In some aspects, the disclosure relates to the actuation of trailing edge control surfaces (12) such as trailing edge flaps mounted to wings of fixed-wing aircraft. An exemplary mechanism (22) for use during movement of a trailing edge control surface (12) relative to an aircraft wing structure (14) comprises a track member (28) and a first guide member (32). The track member (28) defines a track (30) and is configured to be fixed to the trailing edge control surface (12) and to be movably coupled to the wing structure. The first guide member (32) is configured to be fixed to the wing structure and to engage the track (30) of the track member (28) for guiding the movement of the track member (28) relative to the wing structure during movement of the trailing edge control surface (12) relative to the wing structure (14).
A landing gear system includes landing gear (22), an uplock (26) that is releasably engageable with the landing gear (22), an uplock hydraulic actuator (16) operably connected to the uplock (26), a landing gear hydraulic actuator (14) operatively connected to the landing gear, and a controller (C) operatively connected to the uplock hydraulic actuator (16) and the landing gear hydraulic actuator. In response to receipt of a command to deploy the landing gear, the controller (C) actuates the uplock hydraulic actuator (16) and the landing gear hydraulic actuator (14) to the UP condition and then actuates the uplock hydraulic actuator (16) and the landing gear actuator (14) to the DOWN condition. An alternative embodiment incorporates a piloted check valve (42) upstream of the landing gear hydraulic actuator. The piloted check valve (42) delays operation of the landing gear hydraulic actuator (14) until release of the landing gear (22) by the uplock (26).
A selector lever includes a housing (16) with front and rear ends and a lever (12) with a shaft (22) pivotally disposed on a cross-shaft (20). The shaft defines a shaft axis. The lever has a top that is disposed outside of the housing. A movable shaft (24) moves substantially axially along the shaft axis. A pin (40), having first and second protrusions (50,52), is disposed adjacent to a bottom end (38) of the movable shaft. A first detent plate (44) is disposed on a first side of the movable shaft and includes at least a first slot (42) that receives the first protrusion. A second detent plate (44) is disposed on a second side of the moveable shaft and includes at least a second slot therein receiving the second protrusion. A first failure detection slot (74) is associated with the first slot, permitting movement of the first protrusion (50) therein in the absence of the second protrusion (52).
A viewing device for an aircraft includes an image receiver adapted to receive an image of a predetermined spatial area of an exterior of an aircraft, an image projector adapted to display the image of the predetermined spatial area, and an image conduit connecting the image receiver to the image projector. The image receiver is adapted to be positioned on an exterior side of the aircraft below a lateral width of a fuselage of the aircraft while the image projector is adapted to be positioned on an interior side of the aircraft above the lateral width of the fuselage of the aircraft. The image projector is adapted to be positioned at a first predetermined height above a floor on the interior side of the aircraft, consistent with a person's eye level. The image projector is separated from the image receiver by a first predetermined distance.
B64C 1/14 - WindowsDoorsHatch covers or access panelsSurrounding frame structuresCanopiesWindscreens
B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangementsReal-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
B64D 45/00 - Aircraft indicators or protectors not otherwise provided for
G02B 6/06 - Light guidesStructural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings formed by bundles of fibres the relative position of the fibres being the same at both ends, e.g. for transporting images
H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
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Apparatus and method for maintaining a tension in a cable control system
A cable support apparatus for an aircraft cable control system comprises at least one cable support unit. The cable support unit includes a pulley adapted to carry a cable of the aircraft cable control system, a support link with a first joint between the pulley and the support link and a second joint between the support link and the structure of the aircraft, and a compensation link connected with the structure of the aircraft. The thermal expansion of the compensation link causes a displacement of the support link. An aircraft and a method for maintaining a tension of a cable of a cable control system of an aircraft are also provided.
B64C 13/30 - Transmitting means without power amplification or where power amplification is irrelevant mechanical using cable, chain, or rod mechanisms
An aircraft sideboard (10) includes a first portion (26) with a first top surface (32) and a first panel (62). The first top surface (32) is disposed substantially horizontally at a first height and the first panel (62) is disposed substantially vertically adjacent to the first top surface (32). A second portion (28) is disposed adjacent to the first portion (26) at a first end of the first portion. The second portion (28) includes a second top surface (34) and a second panel (64). The second top surface (34) is disposed substantially horizontally at a second height and the second panel (64) is disposed substantially vertically adjacent to the second top surface (43). A table (76) is stowed interiorly to the first portion (26). The table (76) extends from the first portion when deployed. The first top surface (32) is immovable. The table (76) deploys by tilting the first panel (62) along a pivot axis defined adjacent to a bottom end thereof. The first height is greater than the second height.
A morphing wing for an aircraft includes a top surface, a bottom surface, a leading edge, a trailing edge, a tip, and a root. A plurality of structural ribs (76,78) is disposed between the root and tip so that they extend between the top surface and the bottom surface and intersect with a lateral axis thereof. At least one active member (88,90,92,94) connects between two adjacent structural ribs along or at a first angle to the lateral axis. The active member is actively adjustable. At least one passive member (80,82,84,86) connects between the two adjacent structural ribs along or at a second angle to the lateral axis. The passive member is passively adjustable. Adjustment of at least one active member moves the adjacent structural ribs with respect to one another, thereby morphing the wing from a first configuration to a second configuration.
A lighting arrangement for an aircraft includes a navigational lighting group (42) disposed at a leading edge (36) of a wing (38) of the aircraft. The navigational lighting group includes at least one right of way light (50, 52). The lighting arrangement also includes a light bar (44) extending along at least a portion of the leading edge of the wing, adjacent to the navigational lighting group. The light bar is configured to emit light along a length thereof.
A divan (10) includes a seating surface (32) and a backrest (34). In a first configuration, the backrest (34) is positioned adjacent to the seating surface (32) to support a person's back while the person is seated on the seating surface (32). In the first configuration, the seating surface (32) is disposed at a first predetermined height above a horizontal plane. In a second configuration, the backrest (34) establishes an upper bunk (94) above the seating surface. In the second configuration, the seating surface (32) establishes a lower bunk (92) beneath the upper bunk (94). In the second configuration, the seating surface (32) is disposed at a second predetermined height that is lower than the first predetermined height.
A bias gain system (10) for aircraft rudder comprises a pair of connector ends (21) receiving an actuation force from a bias actuator (12). A rudder bar interface is positioned between the connector ends. The interface rotates about the rudder bar (11) as a function of the actuation forces from the bias actuators. A mechanism comprising links and joints between the connector ends and the rudder bar is actuatable between a contracted configuration, in which first moment arms are defined between the connector ends and the rudder bar interface, and an expanded gain configuration, in which second moment arms have a greater dimension than the first moment arms. An actuator is connected to the mechanism to actuate the mechanism independently from the actuation forces from the bias actuators, to move the mechanism between configurations. An aircraft and a method for controlling a torque on a rudder bar of an aircraft are also provided.
A cable support apparatus for an aircraft cable control system comprises at least one cable support unit (20). The cable support unit comprises a pulley (21) adapted to carry a cable (11) of the aircraft cable control system; a support link (22) with a first joint (23) between the pulley and the support link and a second joint (24) between the support link and the structure (10) of the aircraft; a compensation link (30) connected with the structure of the aircraft. The a thermal expansion of the compensation link causes a displacement of the support link. An aircraft and a method for maintaining a tension of a cable of a cable control system of an aircraft are also provided.
B64C 13/30 - Transmitting means without power amplification or where power amplification is irrelevant mechanical using cable, chain, or rod mechanisms
A latch includes a first locking bolt, where a first extended position of the first locking bolt defines a first locked condition and a first retracted position defines a first unlocked condition. The latch also includes a second locking bolt, where a second extended position of the second locking bolt defines a second locked condition and a second retracted position defines a second unlocked condition. A biasing member operatively connects to the first locking bolt to bias the first locking bolt in the first extended position. A lever pivotally connects to the housing and operatively connects to the first locking bolt such that movement of the lever from a closed position to an opened position causes at least the first locking bolt to move from the first extended position to the first retracted position. A locking indicator is provided in associated with the second locking bolt.
E05B 41/00 - Locks with visible indication as to whether the lock is locked or unlocked
E05C 1/04 - Fastening devices with bolts moving rectilinearly without latching action with operating handle or equivalent member rigid with the bolt
E05C 1/14 - Fastening devices with bolts moving rectilinearly with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the latch the handle or member moving essentially towards, or away from, the plane of the wing or frame
E05B 63/14 - Arrangement of several locks or locks with several bolts, e.g. arranged one behind the other
A controller includes a first body portion, adapted to be grasped by a persons middle finger, ring finger, and pinky finger, a second body portion adapted to be grasped by a persons index finger, and a third body portion that defines a first surface adapted to receive a persons thumb. A finger switch is positioned on a front surface of the second body portion. The finger switch is positioned such that it may be actuated by the persons index finger. The second body portion is disposed between the first body portion and the third body portion. The second body portion defines an offset with respect to the first body portion. The third body portion defines a second surface above the finger switch, which may receive the persons index finger.
E01H 4/02 - Working on surfaces of snow or ice in order to make them suitable for traffic or sporting purposes, e.g. by compacting snow for sporting purposes, e.g. preparation of ski trails
F41A 19/07 - Mechanical firing mechanisms press-button actuated, e.g. with thumb rest
G06F 3/033 - Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the userAccessories therefor
G05G 9/047 - Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously the controlling member being movable in different independent ways, movement in each individual way actuating one controlled member only in which movement in two or more ways can occur simultaneously the controlling member being movable by hand about orthogonal axes, e.g. joysticks
An aircraft engine includes a precooler disposed within a nacelle. The precooler defines an ambient air passage and a bleed air passage. Air passes through the precooler from an ambient air inlet to an ambient air outlet. Bleed air passes through the precooler from a bleed air inlet to a bleed air outlet. Heat is transferred between the air and the bleed air via heat exchange within the precooler. At least one pressure relief door disposed proximate to the air outlet of the engine. A controller is operatively connected to the pressure relief door. The controller at least opens the pressure relief door based on a demand for increased flow of air through the ambient air passage.
F02C 7/14 - Cooling of plants of fluids in the plant
F02C 9/18 - Control of working fluid flow by bleeding, by-passing or acting on variable working fluid interconnections between turbines or compressors or their stages
F02K 3/06 - Plants including a gas turbine driving a compressor or a ducted fan in which part of the working fluid by-passes the turbine and combustion chamber the plant including ducted fans, i.e. fans with high volume, low-pressure outputs, for augmenting jet thrust, e.g. of double-flow type with front fan
F02K 3/075 - Plants including a gas turbine driving a compressor or a ducted fan in which part of the working fluid by-passes the turbine and combustion chamber the plant including ducted fans, i.e. fans with high volume, low-pressure outputs, for augmenting jet thrust, e.g. of double-flow type controlling flow ratio between flows
F02K 3/115 - Heating the by-pass flow by means of indirect heat exchange
B64D 13/08 - Arrangements or adaptations of air-treatment apparatus for aircraft crew or passengers, or freight space the air being conditioned the air being heated or cooled
An aircraft interior configuration includes a first passageway (32) extending along a longitudinal axis (33) of a fuselage (10) of the aircraft and a second passageway extending along the longitudinal axis. A transitional region (102) is disposed between the first passageway and the second passageway. The transitional region extends perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis, between starboard and port sides of the aircraft. The transitional region is configurable from at least a first configuration to at least a second configuration.
A method of forming a composite structure (10) having a skin (14), a plurality of webs (30) and a plurality of flanges (32) includes: wrapping each of a plurality of first lay-ups (26) around a corresponding one of a plurality of mandrels (60) such that each first lay-up (36) forms a skin section (42), a pair of opposed web sections (44) which extend from the skin section (42) and a pair of inwardly facing flange sections (46). The first lay-ups (36) are aligned and a second lay-up (38) is laid over their skin sections (42). A plurality of third lay-ups (40) are laid over pairs of flange sections (46). A composite structure detained by this method is also disclosed.
B29C 70/30 - Shaping by lay-up, i.e. applying fibres, tape or broadsheet on a mould, former or coreShaping by spray-up, i.e. spraying of fibres on a mould, former or core
B29D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
70.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FABRICATING A COMPOSITE MATERIAL ASSEMBLY
A system and method for fabricating a composite material assembly. The components of the assembly originate from more than one mold while providing curing or solidifying under heat and vacuum in one step only, preferably with a composite material in a pre-preg form which does not require autoclave treatment. A removable insert is removed from a second mold prior to assembly of a first mold to the second mold. A section of a laminate extending over the removable insert overlaps over an adjacent laminate after closing and assembly of the first mold onto the second mold.
B29C 65/00 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor
B29C 70/30 - Shaping by lay-up, i.e. applying fibres, tape or broadsheet on a mould, former or coreShaping by spray-up, i.e. spraying of fibres on a mould, former or core
B29C 70/44 - Shaping or impregnating by compression for producing articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles using isostatic pressure, e.g. pressure difference-moulding, vacuum bag-moulding, autoclave-moulding or expanding rubber-moulding
B64F 5/00 - Designing, manufacturing, assembling, cleaning, maintaining or repairing aircraft, not otherwise provided forHandling, transporting, testing or inspecting aircraft components, not otherwise provided for