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Pneumatic riser release

US6942185B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 7, 2003
Grant dateSep 13, 2005
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Expiry dateMay 7, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF15B15/19
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An automated quick release mechanism for a three ring release includes a pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder with a hardened metal pin. The pin engages a string loop of the three ring release. An internal spring holds the pin in an extended position. A controller external to the automated quick release mechanism provides a gas or fluid pressure to withdraw the pin and disengage the string loop.

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