Airlift pallet for container roll-in/out platform (CROP)
US6957613B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 28, 2003 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2519/00572
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An airlift pallet for securing a container roll-in/out platform and cargo thereon within an aircraft by an aircraft cargo handling system. The pallet includes a base for supporting the platform and its cargo. The base includes a plurality of mounting receptacles adapted to receive and retain a respective lock member. Each lock member is removably secured to the mounting receptacle by a removable pin. Each lock member includes a rotatable head that is adapted to be inserted into and secured to the platform. The lock members secure the platform and its cargo to the airlift pallet.
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