Abstract:
A system for testing a number of electronic module assemblies (EMAs) that control one or more personal restraint systems. A programmed processor with a computer system transmits signals that instruct the EMAs to perform a diagnostic self-test. The results of the self-test are received by the computer system and stored in a computer readable memory. In one embodiment, the computer system is a cabin management computer system for use on an aircraft.
Abstract:
A crash attenuation system for an aircraft includes an airbag carried by the aircraft that is inflatable generally adjacent an exterior of the aircraft. The airbag is in fluid communication with at least one vent passage for channeling gas from within the interior of the airbag to a region external to the airbag that allows the gas to escape without being obstructed by the airbag. A gas source is in fluid communication with the interior of the airbag for inflating the airbag. A vent valve is provided within the vent passage for controlling a flow of gas through the vent passage, thereby controlling deflation of the airbag. The vent valve is continuously adjustable to and between an open state, a closed state, and any number of partially open states.
Abstract:
The present invention provides a shock absorbing apparatus for an aircraft seat, that attenuates shock to passengers and crews. The apparatus includes; an airbag 11 being expanded in a plate shape in a state of less than maximum expansion; an upper flat plate 12 arranged on one side of the airbag 11; a lower flat plate 13 arranged on another side of the airbag 11; a gas supply device 15 for supplying a gas to the airbag 11; and a detector sending a signal to activate the gas supply device 15 by a preset condition. The shock is absorbed by expanding the airbag 11 before the shock is applied to the passenger.
Abstract:
A VTOL/STOL free wing aircraft (100) includes a free wing (110) having wings on opposite sides of a fuselage (102) connected to one another respectively adjacent fixed wing inboard or center root sections (117) fixedly attached to the fuselage (102) for free rotation about a spanwise axis (112). Horizontal and vertical tail surfaces (138, 140) are located at the rear end of a boom assembly (120) rotatably connected to the fuselage (102). A gearing (150) or screw rod (160) arrangement controlled by the pilot or remote control operator selectively relatively pivots the fuselage (102) in relation to the tail boom assembly (120) to enable the fuselage to assume a tilted or nose up configuration to enable VTOL/STOL flight.
Abstract:
Das Sprengventil zur Freigabe von Öffnungen von Airbag-Landesystemen für Flug- und Raumfahrtgeräte weist eine Schneidladung mit Zündern auf und eine die Öffnung verschliessende Abdeckung, die bei Zündung der Schneidladung abgeschert wird. Die Abdeckung ist eine dünnwandige Scheibe oder eine Membran, die entweder in das Flug- und Raumfahrtgerät oder in das Airbag-Landesystem integriert ist.
Abstract:
A VTOL/STOL free wing aircraft (100) includes a free wing (110) having wings on opposite sides of a fuselage (102) connected to one another respectively adjacent fixed wing inboard or center root sections (117) fixedly attached to the fuselage (102) for free rotation about a spanwise axis (112). Horizontal and vertical tail surfaces (138, 140) are located at the rear end of a boom assembly (120) rotatably connected to the fuselage (102). A gearing (150) or screw rod (160) arrangement controlled by the pilot or remote control operator selectively relatively pivots the fuselage (102) in relation to the tail boom assembly (120) to enable the fuselage to assume a tilted or nose up configuration to enable VTOL/STOL flight.
Abstract:
The device comprises an inflatable bag (1) attached to the underside (2.1) of the body of the helicopter (2), its upper portion being shaped to fit the whole of the underside (2.1) of said helicopter. When inflated and ready for use, said bag has the shape of a very large trapezoid and extends well beyond the space occupied by the helicopter itself, increasing the lift polygon. The sides of said bag are provided with anti-buckling reinforcing elements (4), and devices (3) for limiting controlling internal pressure.
Abstract:
Auxiliary landing equipment for aircraft which comprises a plurality of inflatable cushions (4) arranged in a predetermined array relative to each other and means (10) for securing them to the aircraft (1) so that, in an inflated state, the cushions (4) can contact the ground during landing or on take-off and so that, in a deflated state, the equipment can closely follow the contour of the aircraft part to which it is attached.
Abstract:
A lap expanding reactionary airbag apparatus includes separate expanding lap and chest portions of the airbag. When loaded in a frontal or oblique crash event, the two portions act as a reactionary surface against each other, reducing the chest velocity of a vehicle occupant, thereby reducing the forward movement of the occupant. This restriction in forward movement results in reduced lumbar injuries.