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Snap-in window assembly and method

US6786453B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 25, 2001
Grant dateSep 7, 2004
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Expiry dateOct 25, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64C1/1492
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An aircraft window assembly with a readily attachable window assembly for efficient and easy installation and maintenance of aircraft windows. The aircraft has a sidewall having an inner perimeter that defines an opening. An inner window frame is readily attachable to the sidewall adjacent to the inner perimeter. The inner window frame defines a first opening. An outer window frame is readily attachable to the inner window frame adjacent the first opening and the outer window frame defines a second opening. The outer window frame and the inner window frame are releasably coupled within the first opening of the inner window frame. The snap-in window assembly is readily detachable from the sidewall adjacent to the inner perimeter.

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