Patent · US Expired

Ramp with integral toes

US4032092A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 22, 1975
Grant dateJun 28, 1977
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Expiry dateDec 22, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64C1/1415
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A loading ramp for cargo aircraft having integral toe plates hinged thereto and automatically moved by the movement of the ramp to stowed and operative positions without the use of independent power. In addition, suitable mechanical devices therefor are provided to decouple the toes from the ramp during flight.

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