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Protection system, a bellows hinge, and an aircraft

US7559743B2 · kind B2 · utility

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18Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 12, 2006
Grant dateJul 14, 2009
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Expiry dateJul 19, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16C2326/43
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In order to protect a hinge, an elastomer confinement structure is provided presenting: Each opening has a ring for rigidly anchoring to a downstream member of the hinge, and each opening has a ring acting as a rigid receiver. The collar is movable and releasably secured by resilient fastening inspection means.

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