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Storage bin with luggage positioning protrusions

US9731826B2 · kind B2 · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 18, 2016
Grant dateAug 15, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 18, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D11/003
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An aircraft storage bin that includes an upper housing and a bucket movable with respect to the upper housing between a closed position and an open position. The upper housing and the bucket cooperate to define a bin interior. The bucket includes a bottom and first and second opposing side walls. The bottom of the bucket includes an outer surface, an inner surface, a front edge, and first and second protrusions protruding into the bin interior. The first protrusion defines a first luggage engaging surface and the second protrusion defines a second luggage engaging surface. The first protrusion includes an inner surface and an outer surface that defines a channel. The channel includes at least a portion of a latch button assembly disposed therein. The first and second cables extend outwardly from the latch button assembly and through the channel. The bucket includes a cover further partially defining the channel.

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