Galley footstep systems and methods
US10450050B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 19, 2016 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D11/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A compartment door of a galley within an internal cabin of a vehicle (such as an aircraft) includes a front panel having a front outer surface, and a footstep system secured to the front panel. The footstep system is moveable between a retracted position and an extended support position. The footstep system is vertically oriented in the retracted position. The footstep system outwardly extends and folds to provide a step surface in the extended support position.
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