Textron Inc.
Cargo doors for payload bay having internal payload extension and retraction mechanism
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Abstract:
A system is described and includes a rack for carrying payload disposed in payload bay; a rack extension assembly for affecting linear displacement of the rack between a first position in which the rack is stowed within the payload bay and a second position in which the rack is supported outside the payload bay; a payload actuator system for selectively causing the rack extension assembly to move the rack between the first and second positions; a payload bay door; and a door actuator system for selectively opening and closing the payload bay door.
Status:
Grant
Type:
Utility
Filling date:
6 Apr 2020
Issue date:
2 Aug 2022