Locking system for articulating aircraft seat
US10266270B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 19, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 25, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D11/064
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a system for improved control of movement for adjusting position of an articulating aircraft seat. In an embodiment, a caliper brake engages a brake pad against a braking surface for stopping seat movement. The braking surface is linearly aligned with a desired direction of seat movement. A biasing mechanism maintains the brake pad against the braking surface to prevent movement of the seat. A release actuator counteracts the biasing mechanism for releasing the brake pad from the braking surface to allow seat movement.
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