Aircraft cable routing system and method of installation thereof
US11402036B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | Aug 2, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D2221/00
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A cable routing system is disclosed including a routing fixture and an exit fitting. The routing fixture defines a channel for a cable. The channel is engaged by the exit fitting and a cable in the channels exits through an exit channel defined by the exit fitting. The exit channel is directed away from the channel in the routing fixture. The resulting assembly allows low profile cable runs that can conform to a structural surface and in which cables can be broken out easily, without a requirement to cut the cable. A clamp may be provided to further secure the exit fitting to the routing fixture. A method of installation involves installing a cable into a routing channel before installing the exit fitting. The cable routing system can be used in an aircraft, including space constrained areas such as within an aircraft wing.
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