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Lightweight aircraft passenger seat with composite construction

US7954762B2 · kind B2 · utility

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27References

18Claims

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Assignee

The Boeing Company · US

Inventors

Kelly L. Boren · Marysville, US
Max U. Kismarton · Renton, US
Kevin Retz · Bothell, US

Key dates

Filing date	May 17, 2006
Grant date	Jun 7, 2011
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Feb 8, 2028

Classification

Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
CPC primaryY02T50/40
WIPO fieldTransport
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An aircraft seat assembly configured in accordance with an example embodiment of the invention utilizes composite materials to achieve significant weight savings relative to conventional seat designs. The seat assembly includes a lightweight composite support structure, a lightweight composite seat base, and a seat back assembly that employs a lightweight inner frame. The seat cushion and the seat back cushion may utilize a sealed pneumatic element that self-inflates to provide increased air cushioning during flight. The seat assembly can leverage inexpensive manufacturing techniques such that the seat assembly can be economically produced for use as an economy class seat.

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