Floyd G. Baldwin - Garden Grove CA Kenneth D. McIntire - Norwalk CA
Assignee:
McDonnell Douglas Corporation - Long Beach CA
International Classification:
F16C 1100
US Classification:
403 62
Abstract:
A coupler for use in joining cargo pallets by their attach rings. The coupler, normally used in pairs, provides for uniform spacing of joined pallets and bendability between pallets, permitting the joined pallets to traverse crests and valleys without putting concentrated loads on the coupler, the pallet, or cargo floor.
Floyd G. Baldwin - Garden Grove CA Donald E. Evans - Marina Del Rey CA
Assignee:
McDonnell Douglas Corporation - Long Beach CA
International Classification:
B64D 110 B64D 112
US Classification:
244137R
Abstract:
A pallet restraint system for use in the cargo bay of an aircraft in an air drop sequence. The system assures an equal application of the parachute extraction force and simultaneous release of all load sensitive latches by means of hydraulic interconnectors between the latches to vary their position.
Floyd G. Baldwin - Garden Grove CA Stanley V. Voorhees - Zephyr Cove NV
Assignee:
McDonnell Douglas Corporation - Long Beach CA
International Classification:
B61D 4100 B65J 122
US Classification:
105366B
Abstract:
A guide latch mechanism to restrain cargo in three directions. The mechanism retracts to permit cargo to pass over the mechanism and automatically erects to a vertical position for future use.