Retention systems and methods for ejection seats
US11851194B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 31, 2021 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D25/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method may include receiving, via a processor, an ejection initiation signal indicating an ejection event for an ejection seat of an aircraft has been initiated; commanding, via the processor, a retraction mechanism to retract a cuff assembly towards a seat back of the ejection seat in response to the ejection initiation signal; and commanding, via the processor, a guillotine to sever a cord coupled to the cuff assembly.
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