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Method and apparatus for testing hook release

US6098470A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 11, 1998
Grant dateAug 8, 2000
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Expiry dateNov 11, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB63B23/60
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and method are provided for testing the release hook mechanism used to release an emergency survival craft from its davit. The test is performed with a selected load applied to the hook mechanism, and is designed to satisfy regulations for no-load and on-load testing of release mechanisms.

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