Aircraft ejection seat with moveable headrest
US8191830B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D25/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ejection seat includes a headrest that, upon initiation of the ejection seat, moves forward to support the pilot's head in a tilted-forward position. By holding the crewmember's head in a tilted-forward position, windblast forces are controlled to prevent the helmet from pulling upward and backward on the crewmember's head. The headrest may include a pair of struts that extend forward around the sides of the crewmember's helmet to support the crewmember's head against flailing from the windblast. A flexible panel extending between the struts and the headrest panel may also be included to further support the crewmember's head against windblast flailing.
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