Abstract:
A support member providing support for a vehicle handrail and an air-conditioning duct. The support member passes through the air duct and is designed to minimize air turbulence.
Abstract:
A motor vehicle structure which provides for a more shallow Apost structure and a reinforced inner wheelhouse panel for joining to the A-post and transferring loading and shock stresses from the wheels or front end to the A-post. The dash panel, cowl, inner wheel housing and A-post structure forming an open box structure across the front of the passenger compartment.
Abstract:
An improved mechanical support arrangement is provided for a vehicle having a pod for transporting passengers. The pod is supported on front and rear vertical posts mounted on the ends of a main elongated horizontal support member. The shaft member rests on the front axle of the vehicle transverse thereto with the ends of the shaft extending in opposite directions therefrom. Means are secured to the ends of the shaft to support the support member away from the axle. A pair of diagonal strut members connect from the ends of the axle to the rearwardly extending end of the shaft. A pair of hydraulic units connect the ends of the axle diagonally upwardly to the vertical post.
Abstract:
A folding ladder-slide apparatus for an aircraft transfer vehicle having a passenger compartment capable of being positioned to various elevations within a given range above ground level. In cases of emergency the ladder-slide apparatus is rotated from its folded position adjacent the end of the vehicle so that the same may be extended to make contact with the ground surface. Handrails linked to the ladder are actuated when the ladder is moved between its folded and operative positions.