Adjustable support structure for aircraft cabin ceiling
US10053204B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D11/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for adjusting a height of a ceiling panel in an aircraft and a corresponding method is disclosed. The system includes an arm and at least one ceiling support latch, wherein each of the at least one ceiling support latches is attached to the arm. The system further includes an adjustable fitting attached to the arm, wherein the adjustable fitting includes (i) a first sliding block attached to the arm, (ii) a second sliding block attached to a support structure, and (iii) an adjustment screw. Adjustment of the adjustment screw forces the first and second sliding blocks to move relative to one another.
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