Container truckload restraint feature (CTRF) incorporated in extruded side wall (ESW) ordnance containers
US11377019B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 7, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P7/13
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The apparatus includes metal elongate plates shaped to be received through open ends of the aluminum extruded side walls found on munition containers. The extruded side walls provide excellent side support and overall rigidity to the containers. Each of the elongate plates has an end with an upper slot through which a chain Can slide, therein providing lateral support from a trailer's side rail to the load. Each of the elongate plates has a pronged end with a pair of prongs that projects further outward. The apparatus, in combination with conventional tractor trailer truck gear, functions to provide lateral and longitudinal support to a stack of containers.
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