公开(公告)号：US20180124899A1

公开(公告)日：2018-05-03

申请号：US15795786

申请日：2017-10-27

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： Michael Scott Robinson ,  Frank Joseph Rowe ,  Todd Alan Thisius

IPC: H05B37/02 ,  B64C1/14 ,  B64D11/00 ,  F21V14/00 ,  F21V23/00 ,  G02F1/133 ,  G02F1/1334

CPC classification number: H05B37/0218 ,  B64C1/1484 ,  B64D11/00 ,  B64D2011/0038 ,  E04D13/03 ,  F21S10/023 ,  F21S11/00 ,  F21V14/003 ,  F21V23/003 ,  F21W2121/00 ,  F21Y2113/13 ,  F21Y2115/10 ,  G02F1/13318 ,  G02F1/1334 ,  G02F2001/13312

Abstract: An adaptable skylight includes a frame facing an interior of an enclosure having an opening for allowing light to pass. An opacity-control pane adjacent the opening allows a variable amount of light to pass, and an artificial light source illuminates the frame. An aircraft skylight assembly includes a variable pane, an artificial light source for illuminating portions of the skylight assembly, and a controller configured for adjusting an amount of external light transmission through the variable pane and an amount of artificial light illumination. An internal ambiance lighting system includes the adaptable skylight having a dimmable pane for providing transmission of a variable amount of external light into an enclosure, the artificial light illuminates the frame surrounding the adaptable skylight, and the controller automatically adjusts external light transmission through the adaptable skylight and illumination of the frame based on a lighting preference.

公开(公告)号：US20180119926A1

公开(公告)日：2018-05-03

申请号：US15717412

申请日：2017-09-27

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： Timothy James Bachman ,  Joseph Allan Smarsh

IPC: F21V14/08 ,  F21V8/00 ,  F21S19/00 ,  G08B5/00

Abstract: A mechanical state indicator system concealed within an enclosure includes a light source for providing light and multiple light paths coupled to the light source for directing the light. Each of the light paths includes a gap configured to receive a mechanical state indicator rigidly coupled to a mechanism. Movement of the mechanism between a first state and a second state moves the mechanical state indicator into and out of the gap. Readouts are coupled to each of the light paths for displaying an indication of mechanical state based on a position of a respective mechanical state indicator. The readouts are co-located for collective viewing.

公开(公告)号：US20180118376A1

公开(公告)日：2018-05-03

申请号：US15795668

申请日：2017-10-27

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： Christa Diane Sanders Ehrstein ,  Joseph Hepburn ,  Tarreld David Shriner

IPC: B64F5/60 ,  G07C5/00 ,  G07C5/08 ,  G07C5/12

CPC classification number: B64F5/60 ,  G07C5/008 ,  G07C5/0808 ,  G07C5/0825 ,  G07C5/12 ,  G07C2205/02 ,  H04W92/10

Abstract: A remote aircraft preflight verification method includes sending a request via a remote interface for data from a sensor onboard an aircraft, transmitting the data from the sensor to the remote interface, processing the data via the remote interface to enable a determination that one or more preflight requirements are met, and presenting the data via the remote interface for enabling verification that the one or more preflight requirements are met. The method steps are repeated for multiple sensors. A remote aircraft preflight verification system includes sensors located onboard an aircraft and a remote interface communicatively coupled to the sensors. The remote interface includes a display for presenting data and an interface enabling verification of preflight readiness. The system may optionally include a wireless access point for coordinating the transmitting and receiving of instructions and data between the sensors and the remote interface.

公开(公告)号：US20180099650A1

公开(公告)日：2018-04-12

申请号：US15479512

申请日：2017-04-05

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： Darrin Michael Jones ,  Michael Troy Heeren ,  Dennis Stephen Bradfield

IPC: B60T8/17 ,  B60T7/12 ,  B60T7/04 ,  B60T13/74

CPC classification number: B60T8/1703 ,  B60T7/042 ,  B60T7/12 ,  B60T8/00 ,  B60T8/321 ,  B60T8/325 ,  B60T8/885 ,  B60T13/662 ,  B60T13/745 ,  B60T17/18 ,  B60T2270/402 ,  B60T2270/403 ,  B60T2270/404 ,  B60T2270/413 ,  B60T2270/82

Abstract: Disclosed is a brake system for aircraft that uses a control unit that is configured to control actuators at each wheel using one channel operating an associated brake control module, and other actuators at the same wheel using a second module operated completely independently using a second module. The use of the first and second groups of actuators are alternated periodically, e.g., for each flight.

公开(公告)号：US20180037332A1

公开(公告)日：2018-02-08

申请号：US15667929

申请日：2017-08-03

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： Mark Alan Hughes ,  Neal Herbert Willford

IPC: B64D27/24 ,  F01D15/10 ,  F02B63/04 ,  B64F5/00

CPC classification number: B64D27/24 ,  B64C11/00 ,  B64D2027/026 ,  B64F5/00 ,  F01D15/08 ,  F01D15/10 ,  F02B63/04 ,  F02C6/206 ,  F05D2220/32 ,  F05D2220/76

Abstract: A propulsion system for an aircraft includes an engine (e.g., piston engine, or turbine) having an axis made to be nonparallel with the longitudinal axis of the aircraft. This is enabled using an electrical, hydraulic, or other system to transfer energy generated by the engine (e.g., via electrical wiring, fluid conduits, etc.) to remotely power a motor used to drive a thrust-creating device (e.g., propeller or ducted fan). That the engine is able to be freely oriented allows for it being positioned without regard to any mechanical restraints existing in conventional arrangements.

公开(公告)号：US20170283030A1

公开(公告)日：2017-10-05

申请号：US15468650

申请日：2017-03-24

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： James D. TERRY ,  Rodd William FULLER

IPC: B64C1/14 ,  B64C1/24 ,  E05B1/00

CPC classification number: B64C1/1461 ,  B64C1/1423 ,  B64C1/24 ,  B64F1/30 ,  E05B1/0015 ,  E05B1/0053

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide an entry assist system for an aircraft doorway. The system includes a securement member configured to be secured into at least one aperture of the doorway, a handle portion pivotally attached to the securement member, and a releasable locking feature for locking the handle portion. A mounting device is used for securing the stationary member to an existing aperture in the doorway and for removing the entry assist system when no longer needed. The securement member forms a stationary portion along an inner edge of the doorway. The handle portion includes a hub configured for rotating about an axle that is coupled to an interface of the securement member. The hub and interface interconnect to form the releasable locking feature for locking the handle in a collapsed position adjacent the securement member or in an extended position protruding outside the doorway.

公开(公告)号：US20250162713A1

公开(公告)日：2025-05-22

申请号：US18928736

申请日：2024-10-28

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： Michael Louis Koonce

IPC: B64D11/00 ,  G06K7/10

Abstract: A control system for implementing passenger preferences and setting in aircraft systems includes an RFID reader operable to detect and identify an RFID tag associated with a passenger boarding, or aboard, an aircraft. Information associated with the passenger is retrieved and used to effect settings of various aircraft systems according to passenger preferences, such as HVAC temperature and air flow, as well as audio, visual, and lighting. In alternative embodiments other wireless detection hardware, such as NFC is used to identify passengers and to implement preferred settings of aircraft systems.

公开(公告)号：US20250158296A1

公开(公告)日：2025-05-15

申请号：US18947655

申请日：2024-11-14

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： Victoria MATTINGLY ,  Eric THOMAS ,  Gavin Thomas SMITH ,  Justin Courtenay MARTIN ,  Seth RUNYAN

IPC: H01Q21/28 ,  H01Q1/22 ,  H01Q1/28

Abstract: The technology of this application is generally directed to a method for temporary installation of a third military transponder while maintaining an existing dual civil transponder architecture. In one example embodiment, coax relays are installed between one of the civil transponders, the corresponding antennas, and the military transponder. A switch is installed to drive the coax relays and determine which transponder (e.g., civil or military) is connected to the antennas. The circuit breaker of the transponder not being used at the time can be pulled and collared to remove power to the equipment, and a software configuration loader card is used to configure the avionics.

公开(公告)号：US20250128507A1

公开(公告)日：2025-04-24

申请号：US18493009

申请日：2023-10-24

Applicant: Textron Aviation Inc.

Inventor： Nishad S. Prabhu ,  Joshua Ross Huston ,  Kishor E. Shelar ,  Amit Tamhane

IPC: B32B37/10 ,  B32B15/01 ,  B32B37/06 ,  B32B38/00

Abstract: A method for metal bonding includes providing at least two metal sheet assemblies wherein each metal sheet assembly includes at least one frame member and a flat metal sheet. Each frame member is placed onto the flat metal sheet to form a metal sheet assembly. The metal sheet assemblies are stacked upon one another to form a sheet stack, and the sheet stack is autoclaved to allow for bonding to occur between the flat metal sheet and the frame member of each metal sheet assembly. The sheet stack is removed from the autoclave and each metal sheet assembly is unstacked from the sheet stack. Each bonded metal sheet assembly then undergoes a roll forming process to provide at a curved metal sheet assembly.

公开(公告)号：US20250108922A1

公开(公告)日：2025-04-03

申请号：US18480140

申请日：2023-10-03

Applicant: Textron Aviation, Inc.

Inventor： Blake David Raybern

IPC: B64D11/06

Abstract: An aircraft seat includes a base frame; a seat frame rotatably connected to a top side of the base frame, wherein the seat frame is configured to rotate about a vertical axis; an internal gear plate fixedly connected to the base frame, wherein the internal gear plate includes gear teeth arranged around an opening; a guide plate fixedly connected to a bottom side of the seat frame, wherein the guide plate includes a first guide wall and a second guide wall; and a cart attached to the guide plate between the first guide wall and the second guide wall, wherein the cart includes pawl teeth configured to mesh with the gear teeth, wherein the cart is movable along the guide plate to mesh the pawl teeth with a portion of the gear teeth.