Adjustable moment counterweight with multiple locking methods
US10845377B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 17, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 17, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D43/02
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An adjustable moment counterweight assembly for an angle of attack sensor includes a fixed counterweight configured to fixedly attach to a shaft of the angle of attach sensor, the shaft being rotatable about an axis; an adjustable counterweight configured to move in a radial direction relative to the fixed counterweight via rotation of a threaded member; and a first fastener in operable communication with the fixed counterweight and the adjustable counterweight such that the first fastener can fixedly attach the adjustable counterweight to the fixed counterweight.
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