Retention, release, and separation device, system, and method
US8939672B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 25, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 27, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D1/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A retention, release, and separation device is disclosed. The device includes a clip to secure a component and a capturing sleeve to secure the clip and prevent release of the component. The capturing sleeve can alternately facilitate displacement of the clip to release the component. The device also includes a separation piston that provides a separation force to the component to actively separate the component from the device upon release of the component. Additionally, the device includes a fluid source to provide a fluid pressure sufficient to displace the capturing sleeve and the separation piston, and to generate the separation force.
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