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Device for assembling brackets in an aircraft structure

US9272373B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 21, 2012
Grant dateMar 1, 2016
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Expiry dateDec 28, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/53004
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A positioning device for assembling parts on a structure is disclosed. More specifically, the positioning device is designed for assembling fixed brackets to an aircraft structure. A laser projector is fastened directly on the rigid aircraft structure; its position is therefore stable in relation to the latter, even if the structure undergoes slight deformations. The position of the projector is determined accurately by utilizing targets, which are also fastened to the primary structure. A method for implementing the positioning device is also disclosed.

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