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Cargo handling system repositionable side guide

US12384540B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 5, 2024
Grant dateAug 12, 2025
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Expiry dateJan 5, 2044

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D2009/006
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system for repositioning rails in a cargo bay of an aircraft. The system includes a base configured to be coupled to a structure in the cargo bay and having a first side and a second side. The system further includes a cradle for receiving a rail for restricting movement of a unit load device (ULD) in at least one direction, the cradle configured to position the rail between a first position and a second position in which the rail is closer to the second side of the base than when the rail is in the second position.

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