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Cargo handling system

US9376210B2 · kind B2 · utility

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7References

13Claims

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Assignee

AIRBUS OPERATIONS LIMITED · DE

Inventors

Ali Lohmann · Hamburg, DE
André KOEHLER · Hamburg, DE
Johannes Voelker · Bremen, DE
Christian Grambole · Esens, DE
Matthias Ulbrich · Syke, DE
Joerg Pump · Hamburg, DE
Soenke Hager · Bremen, DE

Key dates

Filing date	Jun 13, 2014
Grant date	Jun 28, 2016
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jun 13, 2034

Classification

Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
CPC primaryB60P7/0892
WIPO fieldTransport
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention relates to a cargo handling system for loading and securing one or more freight containers in a cargo hold of an aircraft. The system includes bracket members configured to be secured to a base or floor of the cargo hold, and elongate guide members, each of which is mounted on and interconnects a number of the bracket members arranged in a row, wherein each guide member forms a restraint or a stop against lateral movement of a freight container loaded in the cargo hold. The bracket members include at least one fastening portion configured for tool-less fast-release engagement and locking with a seat track profile in the base or floor of the cargo hold. Furthermore, the bracket members typically extend transversely inwards or inboard of the elongate guide members.

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