A de-misting system for goggles includes a supply connector, a de-mist tube, and a diffuser. The supply connector is connectable to a de-misting gas source, and the de-mist tube is in fluid communication with the supply connector. The diffuser is in fluid communication with the de-mist tube, and the diffuser may be coupled to an orifice of the goggles to supply a de-misting gas to an interior volume of the goggles.
A chemical oxygen core for a chemical oxygen generator includes at least one layer of an oxygen-generating composition. In some examples, the at least one layer comprises includes a metal powder fuel, a transition metal oxide catalyst, and an oxygen source. In various examples, the at least one layer includes less than approximately 0.1 percent by weight of the transition metal oxide catalyst. In certain examples, a chemical oxygen generator includes a chemical oxygen core and a perforated metal covering surrounding the chemical oxygen core along a length of the chemical oxygen core. In some aspects, the perforated metal covering has an opening ratio of approximately 0 to 100 percent.
An activation assembly for a sealed container includes a striker, a detent, and a shape memory alloy (SMA) wire connected to the detent. The SMA wire may move the detent from a first position to a second position relative to the striker based on activation of the SMA wire where, in the first position, the detent is engaged with the striker, and, in the second position, the detent is disengaged from the striker and the striker is movable from a stowed position to a deployed position.
F03G 7/06 - Mechanical-power-producing mechanisms, not otherwise provided for or using energy sources not otherwise provided for using expansion or contraction of bodies due to heating, cooling, moistening, drying, or the like
A62B 7/14 - Respiratory apparatus for high-altitude aircraft
F16K 17/40 - Safety valvesEqualising valves with fracturing member, e.g. fracturing diaphragm, fusible joint
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ACTIVATION ASSEMBLY WITH SHAPE MEMORY ALLOY (SMA) FOR A SEALED CONTAINER
An activation assembly for a sealed container includes a striker, a detent, and a shape memory alloy (SMA) wire connected to the detent. The SMA wire may move the detent from a first position to a second position relative to the striker based on activation of the SMA wire where, in the first position, the detent is engaged with the striker, and, in the second position, the detent is disengaged from the striker and the striker is movable from a stowed position to a deployed position.
Described are oxygen control systems that utilize compressed air or oxygen. The oxygen control systems may include a control device having a first inlet that enables the flow of a supply gas from a high pressure gas source at an input pressure into the control device. The control device also includes a second inlet that enables a flow of atmospheric air into the control device and an outlet in fluid communication with the first inlet and the second inlet. The control device also includes a pressure regulator that is operable in a first mode and a second mode. In the first mode, the pressure regulator reduces input pressure of the gas to a first outlet pressure at the outlet, and, in the second mode, the pressure regulator reduces the input pressure of the gas to a second outlet pressure at the outlet that is greater than the first outlet pressure.
Described are oxygen control systems that utilize compressed air or oxygen. The oxygen control systems may include a control device having a first inlet that enables the flow of a supply gas from a high pressure gas source at an input pressure into the control device. The control device also includes a second inlet that enables a flow of atmospheric air into the control device and an outlet in fluid communication with the first inlet and the second inlet. The control device also includes a pressure regulator that is operable in a first mode and a second mode. In the first mode, the pressure regulator reduces input pressure of the gas to a first outlet pressure at the outlet, and, in the second mode, the pressure regulator reduces the input pressure of the gas to a second outlet pressure at the outlet that is greater than the first outlet pressure.
A62B 7/02 - Respiratory apparatus with compressed oxygen or air
G05D 16/06 - Control of fluid pressure without auxiliary power the sensing element being a flexible member yielding to pressure, e.g. diaphragm, bellows, capsule
G05D 7/06 - Control of flow characterised by the use of electric means
A62B 7/12 - Respiratory apparatus with fresh-air hose
Described are oxygen control systems that utilize compressed air or oxygen. The oxygen control systems may include a control device having a first inlet that enables the flow of a supply gas from a high pressure gas source at an input pressure into the control device. The control device also includes a second inlet that enables a flow of atmospheric air into the control device and an outlet in fluid communication with the first inlet and the second inlet. The control device also includes a pressure regulator that is operable in a first mode and a second mode. In the first mode, the pressure regulator reduces input pressure of the gas to a first outlet pressure at the outlet, and, in the second mode, the pressure regulator reduces the input pressure of the gas to a second outlet pressure at the outlet that is greater than the first outlet pressure.
A de-misting system for goggles includes a supply connector, a de-mist tube, and a diffuser. The supply connector is connectable to a de-misting gas source, and the de-mist tube is in fluid communication with the supply connector. The diffuser is in fluid communication with the de-mist tube, and the diffuser may be coupled to an orifice of the goggles to supply a de-misting gas to an interior volume of the goggles.
A de-misting system for goggles includes a supply connector, a de-mist tube, and a diffuser. The supply connector is connectable to a de-misting gas source, and the de-mist tube is in fluid communication with the supply connector. The diffuser is in fluid communication with the de-mist tube, and the diffuser may be coupled to an orifice of the goggles to supply a de-misting gas to an interior volume of the goggles.
A manifold for a chemical oxygen generator (COG) includes a locating plate configured to interface with a COG and a plenum body rotatably attached to the locking plate. The plenum body has an inlet for receiving oxygen and at least one output port in pneumatic communication with the inlet. The manifold includes a lock for immobilizing the plenum body with respect to the locating plate in at least a first position. In another aspect, a COG is provided. The COG may have a housing and a locking manifold.
A method of supplying oxygen to an oxygen mask for an aircraft includes detecting, with at least one sensor and during a first time period, a first blood-oxygen saturation level at a first altitude. The method may also include detecting, with the at least one sensor and during a second time period, a second blood-oxygen saturation level at a second altitude that is different from the first altitude. The method may include determining a minimum flow rate of a gas that includes oxygen for the second altitude such that the second blood-oxygen saturation level at least matches the first blood-oxygen saturation level at the same altitude.
A method of supplying oxygen to an oxygen mask for an aircraft includes detecting, with at least one sensor and during a first time period, a first blood-oxygen saturation level at a first altitude. The method may also include detecting, with the at least one sensor and during a second time period, a second blood-oxygen saturation level at a second altitude that is different from the first altitude. The method may include determining a minimum flow rate of a gas that includes oxygen for the second altitude such that the second blood-oxygen saturation level at least matches the first blood-oxygen saturation level at the same altitude.
A method of supplying oxygen to an oxygen mask for an aircraft includes detecting, with at least one sensor and during a first time period, a first blood-oxygen saturation level at a first altitude. The method may also include detecting, with the at least one sensor and during a second time period, a second blood-oxygen saturation level at a second altitude that is different from the first altitude. The method may include determining a minimum flow rate of a gas that includes oxygen for the second altitude such that the second blood-oxygen saturation level at least matches the first blood-oxygen saturation level at the same altitude.
A retainment assembly that includes a proximal retainer member that is movable between a first retracted position, a second retracted position and a deployed position, a distal retainer member that is movable between a retracted position and a deployed position. When the proximal retainer member moves from the deployed position to the first retracted position the distal retainer member does not move, and when the proximal retainer member moves from the deployed position to the second retracted position the distal retainer member moves from the deployed position to the retracted position.
A manifold for a chemical oxygen generator (COG) includes a locating plate configured to interface with a COG and a plenum body rotatably attached to the locking plate. The plenum body has an inlet for receiving oxygen and at least one output port in pneumatic communication with the inlet. The manifold includes a lock for immobilizing the plenum body with respect to the locating plate in at least a first position. In another aspect, a COG is provided. The COG may have a housing and a locking manifold.
The invention relates to a mobile sanitary device, in particular for a rail vehicle, comprising a vacuum toilet, a flushing button, a voltage supply, a control apparatus and a control unit (1, 1', 1'', 300). The invention relates in particular to a mobile sanitary device (100) comprising a vacuum toilet (110), a flushing button (120), a voltage supply (130), a control apparatus and a control unit (1, 1', 1'', 300), wherein the control unit comprises a standard circuit board (320) for routing signals, which standard circuit board has a standard interface (42) comprising a vacuum toilet connection means (10) for connecting a vacuum toilet, a flushing button connection means (12) for connecting a flushing button, and a voltage-supply connection means (14) for connecting a voltage supply, and a configuration circuit board (360) which has a configuration interface (44) having a first configuration connection means (45), wherein the vacuum toilet connection means (10), the flushing button connection means (12), the voltage-supply connection means and the first configuration connection means are conductively coupled together, wherein the configuration interface (44) is designed such that the configuration circuit board (360) is coupled to a control apparatus, and at least one signal routed by the standard circuit board (320) and/or the configuration circuit board (360) can be tapped, processed and/or controlled by the control apparatus.
The invention relates to a mobile sanitary device, in particular for a rail vehicle, comprising a vacuum toilet, a flushing button, a voltage supply, a control apparatus and a control unit (1, 1', 1'', 300). The invention relates in particular to a mobile sanitary device (100) comprising a vacuum toilet (110), a flushing button (120), a voltage supply (130), a control apparatus and a control unit (1, 1', 1'', 300), wherein the control unit comprises a standard circuit board (320) for routing signals, which standard circuit board has a standard interface (42) comprising a vacuum toilet connection means (10) for connecting a vacuum toilet, a flushing button connection means (12) for connecting a flushing button, and a voltage-supply connection means (14) for connecting a voltage supply, and a configuration circuit board (360) which has a configuration interface (44) having a first configuration connection means (45), wherein the vacuum toilet connection means (10), the flushing button connection means (12), the voltage-supply connection means and the first configuration connection means are conductively coupled together, wherein the configuration interface (44) is designed such that the configuration circuit board (360) is coupled to a control apparatus, and at least one signal routed by the standard circuit board (320) and/or the configuration circuit board (360) can be tapped, processed and/or controlled by the control apparatus.
A passenger seat includes a seat frame, a plurality of legs extending down from the seat frame where each of the plurality of legs includes an upper end attached to the seat frame and a lower end, and at least one tube attached to the lower end of at least one of the plurality of legs. The at least one tube includes at least two attachments to a floor structure. The at least one tube includes at least one bent portion.
A retractable runway edge sheave for use in an aircraft arresting system. The arresting system functions to extend a cable across a runway for capture by a tailhook of an aircraft. The retractable runway edge sheave is designed to raise and lower the cable. The disclosed system may also feature a ramping system.
A retractable runway edge sheave for use in an aircraft arresting system. The arresting system functions to extend a cable across a runway for capture by a tailhook of an aircraft. The retractable runway edge sheave is designed to raise and lower the cable. The disclosed system may also feature a ramping system.
An arresting cable retraction mechanism for use across an aircraft runway. The retraction mechanism functions to extend a cable across a runway (for capture by a tailhook of an aircraft) without causing the cable to recede below the runway surface during an aircraft rollover/deflection event. The arresting cable retraction mechanism is also designed to help prevent damage to a retraction motion actuator due to high speed aircraft rollover. The disclosed system separates components related to retraction vs. deflection due to rollover, such that rollover events do not affect or load the motion actuator used for retraction.
A retractable runway edge sheave for use in an aircraft arresting system. The arresting system functions to extend a cable across a runway for capture by a tailhook of an aircraft. The retractable runway edge sheave is designed to raise and lower the cable. The disclosed system may also feature a ramping system.
An arresting cable retraction mechanism for use across an aircraft runway. The retraction mechanism functions to extend a cable across a runway (for capture by a tailhook of an aircraft) without causing the cable to recede below the runway surface during an aircraft rollover/deflection event. The arresting cable retraction mechanism is also designed to help prevent damage to a retraction motion actuator due to high speed aircraft rollover. The disclosed system separates components related to retraction vs. deflection due to rollover, such that rollover events do not affect or load the motion actuator used for retraction.
An arresting cable retraction mechanism for use across an aircraft runway. The retraction mechanism functions to extend a cable across a runway (for capture by a tailhook of an aircraft) without causing the cable to recede below the runway surface during an aircraft rollover/deflection event. The arresting cable retraction mechanism is also designed to help prevent damage to a retraction motion actuator due to high speed aircraft rollover. The disclosed system separates components related to retraction vs. deflection due to rollover, such that rollover events do not affect or load the motion actuator used for retraction.
Embodiments relate to aircraft arresting systems that use a net or a cable that extends across a section of a runway. Ends of the net or cable are secured to an elongated tape, which is secured to and forms a part of an energy absorbing brake system. The elongated tape is secured around a tape reel and is allowed to reel out (or "pay out") once the aircraft is engaged. Described is a system (10) for adjusting the height of the tape such that its elevation can be altered between the point at which it leaves the energy absorbing brake system and when it reaches the aircraft runway.
Embodiments relate to aircraft arresting systems that use a net or a cable that extends across a section of a runway. Ends of the net or cable are secured to an elongated tape, which is secured to and forms a part of an energy absorbing brake system. The elongated tape is secured around a tape reel and is allowed to reel out (or "pay out") once the aircraft is engaged. Described is a system (10) for adjusting the height of the tape such that its elevation can be altered between the point at which it leaves the energy absorbing brake system and when it reaches the aircraft runway.
An electrical connector assembly including a plug having an open end and an inner shell that extends distally to an elongate partial tubular mounting portion, and a complementary receptacle similarly configured so as to form an enclosure with the plug when mated. Each of the plug and receptacle include a longitudinally oriented contact array having a plurality of termination points for terminating conductors and a plurality of contacts for matable electrical contact with the other connector member. A locking feature locks the plug and receptacle in a mated configuration. The connector facilitates the termination of additional conductors without the need to expand the outer diameter or circumference of the connector housings.
H01R 13/28 - Contacts for sliding co-operation with identically-shaped contact, e.g. for hermaphroditic coupling devices
H01R 13/631 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for engagement only
Embodiments relate to aircraft arresting systems that use a net or a cable that extends across a section of a runway. Ends of the net or cable are secured to an elongated tape, which is secured to and forms a part of an energy absorbing brake system. The elongated tape is secured around a tape reel and is allowed to reel out (or “pay out”) once the aircraft is engaged. Described is a system for adjusting the height of the tape such that its elevation can be altered between the point at which it leaves the energy absorbing brake system and when it reaches the aircraft runway.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
Goods & Services
Chemicals used in industry; Chemicals for the suppression of the odour of water. Programmable controllers; Software; Control devices; Processing controls and monitoring equipment. Sanitary apparatus and installations; Water purification, desalination and conditioning installations; Urinals [sanitary fixtures]; Water closets; Sanitary installations; Sanitary and bathroom installations and plumbing fixtures.
An oxygen mask container assembly that includes a container that defines a container interior and includes a container opening, an oxygen mask assembly disposed in the container interior, a mask ejector in operative communication with the mask assembly, a cover assembly that is movable between a closed position where the cover assembly covers the container opening and an open position where the mask can be ejected through the container opening and from the container interior, and a latch assembly. The oxygen mask assembly includes a mask and a lanyard. The cover assembly includes a light assembly therein that is configured to shine light below the cover assembly. The latch assembly is configured to move the cover assembly between the closed position and the open position.
An oxygen mask container assembly that includes a container that defines a container interior and includes a container opening, an oxygen mask assembly disposed in the container interior, a mask ejector in operative communication with the mask assembly, a cover assembly that is movable between a closed position where the cover assembly covers the container opening and an open position where the mask can be ejected through the container opening and from the container interior, and a latch assembly. The oxygen mask assembly includes a mask and a lanyard. The cover assembly includes a light assembly therein that is configured to shine light below the cover assembly. The latch assembly is configured to move the cover assembly between the closed position and the open position.
A chemical oxygen core for a chemical oxygen generator includes at least one layer of an oxygen-generating composition. In some examples, the at least one layer comprises includes a metal powder fuel, a transition metal oxide catalyst, and an oxygen source. In various examples, the at least one layer includes less than approximately 0.1 percent by weight of the transition metal oxide catalyst. In certain examples, a chemical oxygen generator includes a chemical oxygen core and a perforated metal covering surrounding the chemical oxygen core along a length of the chemical oxygen core. In some aspects, the perforated metal covering has an opening ratio of approximately 0 to 100 percent.
A chemical oxygen core for a chemical oxygen generator includes at least one layer of an oxygen-generating composition. In some examples, the at least one layer comprises includes a metal powder fuel, a transition metal oxide catalyst, and an oxygen source. In various examples, the at least one layer includes less than approximately 0.1 percent by weight of the transition metal oxide catalyst. In certain examples, a chemical oxygen generator includes a chemical oxygen core and a perforated metal covering surrounding the chemical oxygen core along a length of the chemical oxygen core. In some aspects, the perforated metal covering has an opening ratio of approximately 0 to 100 percent.
A passenger seat with a recliner sofa system includes a passenger seatback with a seatback frame and a seatback cushion. The seatback cushion is rotatable relative to the seatback frame between a stowed configuration and a deployed configuration. In some examples, in the deployed configuration, the seatback cushion extends through the seatback frame. In various examples, in the deployed configuration, the seatback cushion of a forward passenger seat abuts a seat base of an aft passenger seat. In certain examples, a method of reclining a passenger seat with a recliner sofa system includes rotating a seatback cushion of a seatback of a passenger seat relative to a seatback frame of the seatback of the passenger seat, and positioning the seatback cushion relative to the seatback frame such that a portion of the seatback cushion extends through the seatback frame.
A lavatory monument configured to be positioned in an aircraft interior that includes an enclosure that includes first, second, third and fourth walls, and defines a lavatory interior, a first lavatory compartment that includes a first urinal unit positioned therein, and a second lavatory compartment that includes a second urinal unit positioned therein. The first lavatory compartment includes a first door and the second lavatory compartment includes a second door. A divider wall separates at least a portion of the first lavatory compartment from at least a portion of the second lavatory compartment. The first door is positioned on one of the first or second walls and the second door is positioned on one of the first or third walls.
A lavatory monument configured to be positioned in an aircraft interior that includes an enclosure that includes first, second, third and fourth walls, and defines a lavatory interior, a first lavatory compartment that includes a first urinal unit positioned therein, and a second lavatory compartment that includes a second urinal unit positioned therein. The first lavatory compartment includes a first door and the second lavatory compartment includes a second door. A divider wall separates at least a portion of the first lavatory compartment from at least a portion of the second lavatory compartment. The first door is positioned on one of the first or second walls and the second door is positioned on one of the first or third walls.
A central frame assembly for a passenger seat of a vehicle includes a spreader member (201) and a lower frame member (101) comprising at least one clamp member (121) for securing the lower frame member (101) relative to the spreader member (201). The lower frame member (101) may include a vertical portion (102) with a forward lower attachment portion (102.1) and an aft portion (103) with an aft lower attachment portion (103.1). The spreader member (201) and the lower frame member (101) may be aligned such that a centerline of the spreader member (201) and a centerline of the lower frame member (101) are approximately coplanar.
An anti-rattle system for a passenger seat includes a foot pad. The foot pad includes an upper surface, a lower surface, and a protrusion extending outward from the lower surface of the foot pad. A method of securing a passenger seat with the anti-rattle system includes providing a seat track defining a track channel. The method further includes securing a leg assembly of the passenger seat to the seat track by adjusting the anti-rattle device such that a forward stud of the leg assembly engages track lips within the channel and the foot pad of the anti-rattle device engages an upper surface of the seat track. Adjusting the anti-rattle device includes positioning the protrusion in a track opening forward of the forward stud.
An aircraft overhead storage bin assembly that includes a housing, a door pivotably attached to the housing and a bucket pivotably connected to the housing that cooperates with the housing to define a bin interior. The housing includes a front, a back, and an upper storage section defined therein. The upper storage section includes an upper storage section opening that communicates the upper storage section with an exterior of the housing. The door pivotably attached to the housing and is movable between an open and a closed position. In the closed position the door closes the upper storage section opening. The bucket is positioned below the upper storage section and is pivotable with respect to the housing between an open position and a closed position.
A passenger seat voice communication system (100) for a passenger seat of a passenger vehicle includes a first communication device (102A) that supports voice communication. The first communication (102A) device includes a receiver (108) and a video monitor (110). The system includes a second communication device (102B) configured to support voice communication at a second passenger seat. The system also includes a controller (104) that receives from the first communication device (102A) a selection and request to establish voice communication with the second passenger seat, and sends the request to the second communication device (102B). If the request is accepted by the second communication device (102B), the controller (104) establishes voice communication between the first communication device (102A) and the second communication device (102B).
A virtual control system that includes a control unit, a gesture recognition device, and a hologram generation device. The hologram generation device is configured to generate a hologram in a first volume of space. The gesture recognition device is configured to recognize a proper gesture within the first volume of space. The control unit is configured to send a signal to a component to be controlled when the gesture recognition device recognizes the proper gesture.
G03H 1/00 - Holographic processes or apparatus using light, infrared, or ultraviolet waves for obtaining holograms or for obtaining an image from themDetails peculiar thereto
A tray table assembly includes a lateral member, at least one pivot arm attached to the lateral member, a sliding mechanism, attached to the lateral member, and a tray base attached to the sliding mechanism. The sliding mechanism may include at least one outboard link, at least one pivot link, and at least one rear link. The tray table assembly may include a retracted configuration and an extended configuration.
The invention relates to a rinsing water control apparatus for a sanitary facility, comprising a rinsing water line having a first end, which is designed for connection to a rinsing water source, and having a second end, which is designed for connection to the sanitary facility. According to the invention, the first valve is inserted in the rinsing water line between the rinsing water buffer store and the second end of the rinsing water line, wherein the first valve can be switched back and forth between a damming position, in which it blocks a flow of rinsing water from the rinsing waster buffer vessel to the sanitary facility, and a rinsing position, in which it releases the flow of rinsing water from the rinsing water source to the rinsing water buffer vessel.
A baggage management system for a vehicle that includes a storage bin that defines a bin interior, a baggage monitoring system associated with the storage bin, and a display member associated with the storage bin. The baggage monitoring system is configured to monitor the positioning of baggage within the bin interior and the display member is configured to provide baggage positioning information to passengers.
Tubular bodies for use in frames for seats of vehicles such as aircraft are described. A tube can include a sidewall that has a variable thickness along the length of the tube. The variable thickness of the sidewalls can result in the tube having a variable inner diameter along the length of the tube. The tube may also include a variable outer diameter.
A toilet assembly that includes a shroud portion, a main body portion extending generally forwardly from the shroud portion, and first and second intermediate protrusions extending generally forwardly from the bowl portion. The main body portion includes a bowl portion that includes a bottom and a top. The top includes an upper surface that defines a seat adjacent surface. The first and second intermediate protrusions are located vertically between the top and the bottom of the bowl portion and are configured such that a user can position their feet thereon.
The invention concerns an aircraft cabin comprising: - an upper deck (70), - a cargo area (2) configured to accommodate at least one passenger and situated at a different level to the upper deck (70), and - at least one access means (16) for bringing the upper deck (70) into communication with the cargo area (2), wherein the upper deck (70) has, at least locally, a raised floor (73) in the vicinity of the access means (16), so as to give at least one part (74) of the cargo area (2) a ceiling height higher than a ceiling height of the rest of the area cargo (2).
B64D 11/00 - Passenger or crew accommodationFlight-deck installations not otherwise provided for
B64C 1/00 - FuselagesConstructional features common to fuselages, wings, stabilising surfaces or the like
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MODULAR ARRANGEMENT INTENDED TO ACCOMMODATE AT LEAST ONE PASSENGER OF AN AIRCRAFT AND AIRCRAFT CABIN COMPRISING AT LEAST ONE SUCH MODULAR ARRANGEMENT, IN PARTICULAR AT A CARGO AREA OF THE AIRCRAFT
The invention concerns a modular arrangement intended to accommodate at least one passenger of an aircraft, comprising at least one module (18, 22), configured to be arranged in a removable manner in a cargo area (2) of the aircraft, in particular an access module (18) comprising at least one access means (16) allowing communication with an upper deck (70) of the aircraft, and/or a comfort module (22) comprising at least one comfort device (20) for improving the comfort of the passenger, wherein the module (18, 22) is configured to be in communication with at least one space outside the module (18, 22) situated in the cargo area (2). The invention also concerns an aircraft cabin comprising at least one such modular arrangement arranged in the cargo area (2) of the aircraft.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Oxygen regulator assemblies, namely, oxygen regulators and pressurized oxygen storage cylinders sold as a unit in the aviation industry
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SYSTEM FOR REMOTE MONITORING OF AN AREA INTENDED TO ACCOMMODATE AT LEAST ONE PASSENGER OF AN AEROPLANE AND AEROPLANE CABIN EQUIPPED WITH SUCH A REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEM
The invention relates to a system for remote monitoring of an area (1) intended to accommodate at least one passenger of an aeroplane, notably a cargo area provisionally converted into cabin space, comprising: - at least one control member (30) configured to generate at least one signal relating to the safety of the passenger present in the area (1), and - at least one interface means (40) that is situated at a distance from the area (1) and allows the cabin crew to have access to information relating to the area (1) and/or to the passenger present in the area (1) on the basis of the signal.
A variable section bench for a vehicle seat includes: an upper layer, a middle layer, and a lower layer. The variable section bench also includes at least one frame interface portion comprising a fore-aft section, at least one cantilevered portion comprising a fore-aft section, and a seating surface that extends along a full length of the vehicle seat in a lateral direction for a plurality of passengers. The at least one frame interface portion of the variable section bench includes increased thickness compared to the at least one cantilevered portion.
A panel assembly that is configured to be secured to a frame that includes a panel having a top and a bottom, a first bracket assembly and a second bracket assembly. The first bracket assembly includes a first pivot member and a first bracket. One of the first bracket and first pivot member is secured to the panel and the other is configured to be secured to the frame. The first bracket includes a slot defined therein that includes a throat and a pivot opening. The throat is defined between first and second throat surfaces and the throat is narrower than the pivot opening. The second bracket assembly includes a second pivot member and a second bracket. One of the second bracket and second pivot member is secured to the panel and the other is configured to be secured to the frame. The second bracket includes a pivot opening.
A communication system for a vehicle seat includes a visual indicator having a lighting mechanism configured to display a plurality of colors, a control portion electrically connected to the visual indicator, and a plurality of modes. Each mode may be associated with one of the plurality of colors. Selection of one of the plurality of modes causes the control portion to signal the lighting mechanism to display the color associated with the selected mode.
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate generally to galley trolley compartment doors that replace traditional trolley retainer latches used to secure trolleys when positioned in galley compartments. The galley trolley compartment doors are designed with engaging arms that help secure the trolleys in place under required loads. Some embodiments of the galley trolley compartment doors are designed with thicknesses that can help improve cooling of the trolley compartment.
A passenger seat assembly includes a riser attached to an upper surface of a floor of the vehicle, a seat attached to an upper surface of the riser, and at least one shell portion attached to the upper surface of the riser. The riser includes at least one door for accessing an interior volume of the riser. At least a portion of the interior volume of the riser is a luggage storage volume.
A passenger seat having improved backrest comfort features. The passenger seat has a backrest with a movable portion. In one example, the movable portion is defined by an upper backrest portion that can slide up and away from a lower backrest portion to provide a gap between the two portions. The gap 5 may provide an arm or elbow rest for a seat occupant. The movability of the backrest can also provide enhanced comfort for the seat occupant by allowing adjustability of the head rest portion. In other examples, the movable portion comprises the entire backrest of the seat. When in a raised position, the backrest may also provide enhanced privacy to the seat occupant.
B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
B60N 2/809 - Head-rests movable or adjustable vertically slidable
A boarding guidance system includes a beacon (202A) associated with a passenger seat (400A). The beacon is configured to communicate (506) with a passenger guiding device (102) and determine a distance between the passenger guiding device and the passenger seat. When the passenger guiding device is a predetermined distance from the passenger seat, the beacon provides an indication. The beacon further alter at least one characteristic of the indication based on the distance between the passenger guiding device and the passenger seat.
A hose mounting assembly that includes a mounting member having a base and a main body portion. The main body portion includes first and second ends, a curved tie tunnel defined therethrough, and a curved mounting surface. The base includes a first connection opening defined therethrough.
F16L 3/137 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing and consisting of a flexible band
B64D 11/00 - Passenger or crew accommodationFlight-deck installations not otherwise provided for
B65D 63/00 - Flexible elongated elements, e.g. straps, for bundling or supporting articles
F16L 3/08 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing
F16L 3/12 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing
F16L 3/123 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing and extending along the attachment surface
F16L 3/233 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals for a bundle of pipes or a plurality of pipes placed side by side in contact with each other by means of a flexible band
A passenger seat (10) with a sitting area (40), a side ottoman (42), an open space (44) that may be enclosed via use of a bed extension (50), and a backrest (14). The backrest may be divided into an upper portion and a lower portion. The seat may also be provided with one or more storage areas and/or a side console.
B64D 11/00 - Passenger or crew accommodationFlight-deck installations not otherwise provided for
B60N 2/005 - Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
B60N 2/34 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles convertible for other use into a bed
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate generally to noise attention systems for use in connection with air chiller systems or any other systems that incorporate a blower wheel for moving air through the system. In one example, because such systems incorporate a blower wheel that can create undesirable noise, there is provided a perforated housing or plate and a noise reducing cover in order to attenuate generated noise.
A method of pivoting an aircraft storage bin that includes a bucket that pivots with respect to an upper housing. The method includes pivoting the bucket from a closed position to an intermediate position and placing weight that exceeds a predetermined weight threshold in the bucket, thereby causing the bucket to move to an open position. Movement of the bucket to the open position causes a lift assist unit to activate. A first end of the lift assist unit is connected to the bucket and a second end of the lift assist unit is connected to the upper housing. The method also includes pivoting the bucket from the open position to the closed position. The lift assist unit provides assistance as the bucket is pivoting from the open position to the closed position.
A door latch assembly configured to be used in an aircraft lavatory door. The door latch assembly includes a housing that includes a housing interior, a switch member operatively associated with the housing that is rotatable between a first position and a second position, and a locking bolt that is movable linearly between an unlocked position and a locked position. Rotation of the switch member from the first position to the second position moves the locking bolt from the unlocked position to the locked position.
E05B 41/00 - Locks with visible indication as to whether the lock is locked or unlocked
G08B 5/02 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using only mechanical transmission
G09F 7/14 - Constructional features of the symbol-bearing or -forming elements
G09F 11/04 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the complete information is permanently attached to a movable support which brings it to the display position the display elements being secured to rotating members, e.g. drums, spindles the elements being secured to rotating discs
G09F 19/04 - Advertising or display means not otherwise provided for incorporating moving display members operated by the opening or closing of doors, e.g. shop door
A divider assembly that includes a main body portion having a lower section and an upper section and a removable panel having front and back surfaces. The upper section tapers in width in an upward direction and the main body portion includes front and back surfaces. The removable panel is removably secured to the upper section on the front surface of the main body portion.
A leg assembly for a passenger seat includes a base member (102), a leg (104B), and an adjuster (106). The leg includes an upper end (110) and a lower end (112). The upper end of the leg includes an aperture (126) configured to receive a base frame tube, and the lower end is pivotally connected to the base member such that the leg is pivotable forward and aft from a base position. The adjuster is configured to pivotally position the leg relative to the base member.
B60N 2/04 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable
Passenger seats having improved comfort emergency egress solutions for mini suites or other types of passenger seats that have a privacy screen, wall, or sliding door that divides the passenger seat from the aisle area or other common area. Specific embodiments find particular use on-board passenger transportation vehicles, such as aircraft, where comfort and privacy must be balanced with safety and federal regulations.
A latch system that includes a paddle button assembly having a button that is movable between a home position and an actuation position, a latch assembly that includes a striker assembly and a hook assembly, and a cable that extends between the paddle button assembly and the latch assembly. Movement of the button from the home position to the actuation position moves the cable, thereby disengaging the hook assembly and the striker assembly.
B64D 11/00 - Passenger or crew accommodationFlight-deck installations not otherwise provided for
E05B 53/00 - Operation or control of locks by mechanical transmissions, e.g. from a distance
E05C 1/12 - Fastening devices with bolts moving rectilinearly with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the latch
An aircraft flooring system for an aircraft fuselage adapted to secure a payload component may include first and second seat tracks extending longitudinally with respect to the aircraft fuselage, the first and second seat tracks being spaced from one another; and an intercostal assembly extending between the first and second seat tracks. The intercostal assembly can include a first intercostal having a center member having a first end and a second end and a top flange including a mounting region between the first and second ends; and at least first and second tab members. The first tab member can be coupled to the top flange toward the first end of the center member and the second tab member can be coupled to the top flange toward the second end of the center member. The first and second tab members can extend beyond the first and second ends of the center member, respectively, and be configured to be coupled to the first and second seat tracks.
There is provided a seat base frame (10) comprising one or more base frame tubes (16) having noncircular cross-sections. In a specific example, the tubes (16) have elliptical cross-sections. Further embodiments provide base frame tubes (16) made of magnesium or magnesium alloys.
An adaptive belt is attached to a vehicle seat and includes a first section (101), a second section (102), and a third section (103). The adaptive belt includes a retracted configuration and a fully extended configuration. In the retracted configuration, the adaptive belt is folded between the first section and the second section such that a first attachment attaches the first section to a first portion of the second section. In the retracted configuration, the adaptive belt is also folded between the second section and the third section such that a second attachment attaches a second portion of the second section to a first portion of the third section. In the fully extended configuration, all of the attachments fail thereby increasing a length of the adaptive belt. In response to a threshold loading condition, the adaptive belt changes from the retracted configuration to the fully extended configuration.
An articulating arm assembly for a passenger seat includes a static portion attached to the passenger seat, a rotation portion attached to the static portion such that the rotation portion pivots about a rotation axis, an arm body attached to the rotation portion, the rotation portion and the arm body include a stowed position and a deployed position, and a wiring portion disposed inside the arm body and extending from the arm body into the rotation portion. The wiring portion may be disposed such that it extends parallel to the rotation axis from the rotation portion toward and into the static portion.
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
F16M 11/08 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a vertical axis
A passenger seat, such as an aircraft passenger seat, includes a seat base and an entertainment system. The seat base includes a cushioning member and a cover covering the cushioning member. The entertainment system is positioned between the cushioning member and the cover and is removably connected to the cushioning member. The entertainment system is configured to determine a force caused by a passenger's legs in at least two locations on an upper surface of the seat base when used.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
Goods & Services
Blowers; door openers (electric); door closers (electric);
filters (parts of engines or machines); pressure regulators
(machine parts); valves; pressure reducing valves; suction
filters; pumps; vacuum pumps; suction pumps; drives for
vacuum pumps; pneumatic drives for machines and motors;
ejectors [ejector pumps]. Electrical measuring apparatus; pressure gauges; electrical
sensors; power controllers [electronic]; water level
indicators; computer software and computer programs, in
particular for the operation and maintenance of sanitary
apparatus and installations. Sanitary apparatus and installations; toilets; vacuum
toilets; flushing apparatus for toilets; toilet seats;
toilet bowls; water tanks for flushing apparatus; wastewater
treatment apparatus; sewage treatment installations; water
purification installations; water filtration apparatus.
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MONUMENT ASSEMBLY FOR AIRCRAFT COMPRISING A CABIN MONITORING SYSTEM
The invention relates to a monument assembly designed for being fitted into an aircraft which is optimized with respect to crew attendant seats (11, 12, 21, 22), by replacing direct vision monitoring of passenger seats (10) with a cabin monitoring system including a capturing device (101, 102, 103). Benefits are at least one amongst improved comfort for the passengers, increased number of passenger seats, and reduced weight contribution due to the crew attendant seats, while maintaining fulfilment of the safety requirements.
Embodiments provide systems and methods for releasing grey water from an aircraft sink or sump using an improved waste water air stop valve (10). The valves described herein allow drainage of waste water, without air leakage. Additionally, if drainage in the piping is blocked, the valves are designed to ensure that water cannot flow back into the sinks or sumps.
F16K 31/26 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid actuated by a float actuating a lift valve with a transmission with parts linked together from a single float to a single valve with the valve guided for rectilinear movement and the float attached to a pivoted arm
F16K 17/30 - Excess-flow valves actuated by the difference of pressure between two places in the flow line acting directly on the cutting-off member operating in one direction only spring-loaded
Seat assemblies (200) including structural components (212, 222, 232) made of foam are described. A seat sub-assembly (210, 220, 230) can include a frame (214, 224, 234) and a foam support (212, 222, 232). The foam support (212, 222, 232) can be coupled to the frame (214, 224, 234) for receiving a load on the seat sub-assembly (210, 220, 230), dissipating at least half of the load, and dispersing the load through the frame (214, 224, 234).
An amenities panel for a passenger seat includes a body and at least one convenience feature. The body includes an aft-facing side and is configured to connect to a backrest of the passenger seat. The amenities panel is configured to be positioned between a forward-facing side of the backrest and a stowed tray table.
Described are headrests with a structural support surface and a torque hinge. The torque hinge includes a rotatable portion, a ball joint, and a plate assembly. The ball joint has a ball portion connected to a shaft. The ball portion is positioned within the rotatable portion, and the plate assembly is fitted over the shaft. The shaft is coupled to the structural support surface, and the plate assembly limits a rotational arc of the rotatable portion relative to the shaft.
F16M 11/14 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction with ball-joint
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
B64D 11/00 - Passenger or crew accommodationFlight-deck installations not otherwise provided for
F16M 11/20 - Undercarriages with or without wheels
Alternate manners of utilizing areas of, principally, cargo areas of commercial passenger aircraft are described. These manners of utilizing preferably occur during cruise or other non-TTL portions of flight and provide passengers with additional opportunities to move, shop, meet, relax, bathe, exercise, cook, eat, work, or otherwise engage in activities conventionally unavailable or difficult to perform while on-board commercial aircraft. They likewise may provide opportunities to generate additional revenue from passengers without necessarily adding seats. Equipment and structures permitting these uses of the cargo areas as lower deck cabins also are detailed.
An aircraft storage bin that includes an upper housing and a bucket that cooperate to define a bin interior. The bucket is movable with respect to the upper housing between open and closed positions and includes a bottom and right and left side panels. The bottom includes lower and upper surfaces and right and left outer edges. The right and left side panels each include a first section having a first transverse width, a second section having a second transverse width, and a transition section that is located between the first and second sections. The second transverse width is less than the first transverse width. At least a portion of the second section of each of the side panels is received in a slot defined in the upper surface of the bottom of the bucket, such that the right and left side panels extend upwardly from the bottom.
B64D 11/00 - Passenger or crew accommodationFlight-deck installations not otherwise provided for
F16B 5/00 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them
F16B 12/12 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for non-metal furniture parts, e.g. made of wood, of plastics
The invention relates to a mobile sanitary device, comprising a bowl having an upper opening, a water storage tank which is connected to the bowl via a water conduit that supplies water from the water storage tank to the bowl, a wastewater tank which is connected to the bowl via a wastewater line that discharges the wastewater out of the bowl from a bowl outlet opening to the wastewater tank, a first intermediate tank which is inserted into the water conduit between the water storage tank and the bowl or into the wastewater line between the bowl outlet opening and the wastewater tank. According to the invention, a first sensor for detecting a measured value characterizing a status in the first intermediate tank is arranged on the first intermediate tank, and an electronic monitoring unit is provided which is in signal communication with the first sensor and comprises an electronic memory unit in which process data are stored which represent at least one setpoint value of an operational process of supplying water from the water storage tank to the bowl and of water discharge out of the bowl to the wastewater tank. The electronic monitoring unit also comprises an electronic comparator unit which is configured to compare the measured value from the first sensor with the setpoint value of the operational process and to output an error message if the measured value differs from the setpoint value.
An armrest assembly for a passenger seat includes a pivot member (101) attached to a seat frame (10), at least one armrest spine (102) attached to the pivot member (101), and at least one set screw (106) for adjusting a position of the pivot member relative to the seat frame. A pivot fastener (112) extends through a center hole of the pivot member (101) and through a first hole of the at least one armrest spine (102). A pin (110) extends through an arc slot of the pivot member (101) and through a second hole of the at least one armrest spine (102).
Embodiments of the present invention provide improvements to UAV launching systems. The disclosed launching system eliminates the use of hydraulic fluid and compressed nitrogen or air by providing an electric motor-driven tape that causes movement of a shuttle along a launcher rail. The shuttle is detachable from the motor-driven tape, such that stoppage of the tape can be separate from stoppage of the shuttle. Embodiments further provide a secondary arrestment strap. Further embodiments provide an anti-rollback latch system.
Embodiments of the present invention provide improvements to UAV launching systems. The disclosed launching system eliminates the use of hydraulic fluid and compressed nitrogen or air by providing an electric motor-driven tape that causes movement of a shuttle along a launcher rail. The shuttle is detachable from the motor-driven tape, such that stoppage of the tape can be separate from stoppage of the shuttle. Embodiments further provide a secondary arrestment strap. Further embodiments provide an anti-rollback latch system.
A non-transitory machine-readable medium of a computing device storing an application for simulating the loading of an airframe. The application includes an airframe input module that receives an airframe file having a seat having a seat location and a bin having a bin location and a bin dimensions. The application further includes a passenger profile input module that receives a passenger profile file having a list of passenger profiles, a passenger selection module that selects a passenger from the list of passenger profiles and associates the passenger with the seat, a bag selection module that selects a bag profile from a bag profile file and associates it with the passenger, a bag placement module that simulates placing the bag into the bin based on the bin dimensions, bin location, and bag profile, and an output module that outputs and stores a simulation output associating the bag and the bin.
B60R 5/02 - Compartments within vehicle body primarily intended or sufficiently spacious for trunks, suit-cases, or the like arranged at front of vehicle
G09B 9/08 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes for teaching control of vehicles or other craft for teaching control of aircraft, e.g. Link trainer
G09B 9/10 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes for teaching control of vehicles or other craft for teaching control of aircraft, e.g. Link trainer with simulated flight- or engine-generated force being applied to aircraft occupant
A passenger seat headrest includes a frame and a support band. The frame includes a main portion, a first side wing connected to the main portion, and a second side wing connected to the main portion distal from the first side wing. The support band is connected to the frame and extends from the first side wing to the second side wing.
Described are mounting assemblies for securing aircraft passenger seats, including a beam, an adaptor, and fasteners. The beam can include holes spaced along a flat upper surface. The adaptor can be supported by the beam and include a channel, a bottom thickness, and apertures extending through the bottom thickness. The fasteners can extend through the adaptor's apertures and the beam's holes to secure the adaptor to the beam. The adaptor can receive a fitting of a passenger seat in the channel to secure the passenger seat relative to the beam.
Described are seat backs (102) for aircraft passenger seats (100). Such a seat back (102) can include a unitary structural core (112) formed as a single piece that includes a body (138) and a flange (140). The body (138) and the flange (140) can each include carbon fiber composite material. The flange (140) can include portions extending from the rearward-facing side (132) of the body respectively along a left lateral side edge, a top (134) side edge, and a right lateral side edge of the unitary structural core (112). The flange (140) can be non-tubular.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
Goods & Services
Chemicals used in industry, namely liquids for protection
from lime deposits, microbial growth and urine scale
deposits, in particular for use in vacuum toilets; chemicals
for the suppression of the odour of water. Air deodorizers, odour absorbing materials.
The invention relates principally to a stop (30) for an aircraft seat, which stop is designed to be installed on a rail (16), said rail (16) having, in alternation, bearing regions, in which two lips that are oriented toward one another project toward the interior of the rail (16), and open regions (162), characterized in that said stop (30) comprises: – a body (31) provided with a plunger (32) which is designed to fit into an open region (162) in said rail (16) so as to abut against lips of a bearing region, and – at least one means (33) for holding the stop on said rail (16).
A switch system that includes a switch assembly with a housing having a bottom surface that includes a latch pocket defined therein. The latch pocket includes a top surface and the housing defines an interior that includes either a magnetic switch or a magnet disposed therein. One of the magnetic switch or magnet is positioned adjacent the top surface of the latch pocket in the other is associated with the distal end of latch bolt. The system also includes a latch bolt. When the latch bolt is in the unlatched position it is not received in the latch pocket, the magnetic switch is in the first state and an electrical component is in a first state. When the latch bolt is in the latched position it is received in the latch pocket, the magnetic switch is in the second state and the electrical component is switched to a second state.
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.
Described are latching mechanisms having an eccentric member configured to interact with a support assembly, such that the eccentric member can cause a passenger article to displace relative to the support assembly. Also described are seat assemblies employing latching mechanisms for causing a passenger article to displace into a stowed configuration in the seat assemblies, and methods of stowing a passenger article.
The invention relates mainly to a seat (10) for cabin crew, intended for being installed in an aircraft, characterised in that it comprises: a seat structure (11) intended for being secured to a stationary portion of the aircraft; a seat slide (15) provided with two arms (33) positioned on either side of the seat portion (16); and a seat portion (16) mounted slidably relative to the seat slide (15) between a retracted position and an extended position; one of the elements among the seat portion (16) and the seat slide (15) comprising rollers capable of sliding along corresponding rails provided in the other one of the elements among the seat portion and the seat slide (15); the rails having a curved shape so that the seat portion (16) forms, in the extended position, an angle (A1) of more than 10 degrees, preferably of around 14 degrees, relative to a floor of the aircraft.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
Goods & Services
Chemicals used in industry, namely, liquids for protection from lime deposits, microbial growth and urine scale deposits in particular for use in vacuum toilets for trains; chemicals for the suppression of the odor of water for use in vacuum toilets for trains Air deodorizers, odor absorbing materials, namely, odor neutralizers not for personal use, and deodorants, all of the foregoing for use in vacuum toilets for trains
An aircraft partition system that includes a first partition assembly having an attachment assembly configured to be secured to a first seat track, and a divider wall having first and second opposing sides and extending upwardly from the attachment assembly, where the divider wall is movable with respect to the carriage structure
Seat assemblies including a substantially perpendicular pull actuator release are described. The seat assemblies can include a seat and a seat recline mechanism. The seat can include a back portion and a seat pan. The seat recline mechanism can include a gas spring, a control cable, an actuator, a frame, and a lever. The gas spring can include a release mechanism. The actuator can couple to a first end of the control cable. The lever can include a pivot location, a first arm, and a second arm. The first arm can couple to the second end of the control cable. The lever can respond to a pulling force exerted by the actuator on the control cable by rotating about the pivot location such that the second arm engages the release mechanism of the gas spring to allow the back portion to rotate relative to the seat pan.
B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
The invention relates mainly to an aircraft cabin management system (10), characterised in that it comprises: a control unit (11), and at least one sensor (171-174, 301-307) to be incorporated into a seat (13) and suitable for establishing a communication with the control unit (11) in order to transmit to the control unit (11) at least one signal relating to at least one measurement performed by the sensor (171-174, 301-307).
