18501274. INSTALLATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING A SELF-SUPPORTING TRUSS STRUCTURE simplified abstract (Airbus Operations GmbH)
Contents
- 1 INSTALLATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING A SELF-SUPPORTING TRUSS STRUCTURE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 INSTALLATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING A SELF-SUPPORTING TRUSS STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
INSTALLATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING A SELF-SUPPORTING TRUSS STRUCTURE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hermann Benthien of HAMBURG (DE)
INSTALLATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING A SELF-SUPPORTING TRUSS STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18501274 titled 'INSTALLATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING A SELF-SUPPORTING TRUSS STRUCTURE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system for installing a self-supporting truss structure with interconnected truss elements on an aircraft fuselage. The system includes a carrying device, a stand for holding truss elements, and a movement device for positioning the stand in installation positions.
- The system includes a carrying device with an upper receptacle for holding truss elements.
- A stand is used to temporarily hold truss elements in predetermined positions.
- A movement device on the upper receptacle positions the stand for installation.
- The stand is further away from the support surface in installation positions than in a transport position.
- The system is configured to move the carrying device into a fuselage position, lock it, position the stand for installation, and lock the connecting nodes.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in the aerospace industry for the installation of truss structures on aircraft fuselages.
Problems Solved
This system solves the problem of efficiently and securely installing truss structures on aircraft fuselages.
Benefits
The system allows for precise positioning of truss elements, making installation easier and more reliable.
Potential Commercial Applications
Commercial aircraft manufacturers could use this technology to streamline the assembly process of aircraft fuselages.
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to systems for installing structures on aircraft fuselages, but specific examples are not provided in the abstract.
Unanswered Questions
1. How does the system ensure the truss elements are securely connected to the fuselage? 2. Are there any weight or size limitations for the truss structures that can be installed using this system?
Original Abstract Submitted
A system for installing a self-supporting truss structure having interconnected truss elements on an aircraft fuselage. The truss structure has radially outer closed truss nodes and radially inner releasable connecting nodes. The installation system has a carrying device, movable on a fuselage floor and with an upper receptacle, a stand for temporarily holding truss elements in predetermined relative positions, and a movement device, on the upper receptacle, and holding the stand in a settable position relative to the support surface. The stand is further away from the support in installation positions than in a transport position. The installation system is configured, with the stand in the transport position, to move the carrying device into a predetermined internal fuselage position and to lock it there, to move the stand into a suitable installation position via the movement device, and to lock the at least one lockable connecting node via a drive.
