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Method of preloading an aircraft assembly, a preloading tool and an aircraft assembly

US10112699B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 23, 2016
Grant dateOct 30, 2018
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Expiry dateNov 16, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64F5/60
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of preloading an aircraft assembly involving a step of operating an extendible preloading tool to move a landing gear strut to decrease the distance between first and second link attachment joints for attachment of a preloading linkage. A tool and aircraft assembly are also provided.

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