Abstract:
Autonomous trolleys include an integrated power source, which energy can be utilized for integrated trolley systems such as a wheel assist module, heating module, and cooling module. The power source may include a fuel cell system or a rechargeable electrical energy storage device or a combination thereof. The rechargeable electrical energy storage device can be charged by any other power source, including a fuel cell system. The trolley can also be equipped with a fuel tank for easy and safe refueling of a fuel cell system.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate generally to lower deck mobile crew rests and improvements to the user experience and use of space therein. There is provided a lower floor with a second floor surface that can be extended and retracted with respect to the lower floor.
Abstract:
A trolley for accommodating objects includes a housing. The housing includes a bottom wall; two upright side walls and a top wall arranged substantially parallel to the bottom wall and transversely between the side walls. Each side wall extends from the bottom wall, and at least one side wall includes a panel with a core covered on either side with an inner layer and an outer layer, respectively, and at least one outer edge with a plastic rim forming a shock-absorbing edge. The plastic rim is molded onto said outer edge such that the plastic rim surrounds the outer edge of the panel.
Abstract:
A locking assembly for a galley container includes: a picklock arranged on a first galley container part, a locking mechanism arranged on a second galley container part for engaging the picklock, the first and second galley container parts being moveable towards and away from each other to close and open the galley container, the locking mechanism being moveable between a release position, wherein the picklock is released from the locking mechanism, and a lock position wherein the locking mechanism can engage the picklock to lock the first container part to the second container part, characterized in that a blocking element is provided that in a block position prevents the locking mechanism from moving to the lock position and in an unblock position allows the locking mechanism to move to the lock position. A galley container provided with such a locking assembly is also described.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a locking assembly for locking an aircraft interior structure (13) to an internal mounting frame (2) comprising: a sliding element (1) which is suitable for insertion in the internal mounting frame (2), a height adjustment assembly, comprising a lower and an upper height adjustment part (4, 5). The assembly further comprises a fitting (6) attachable to the aircraft interior structure, having a recess wherein a projection (19) of the upper height adjustment part (5) is received, wherein the fitting (6) can be moved with respect to the projection (19) in a plane defined by Xr- and Yr-directions. Further provided is a locking bolt (11) received in the upper height adjustment part (5) for locking the fixation element (9), the fitting (6), and the height adjustment parts (4, 5) to the sliding element (1).
Abstract:
A container extraction assembly that includes an extractor assembly and a retainer assembly. The extractor assembly includes a pull member and an extractor member. The extractor member is movable between a distal position and a proximal position and the pull member is movable between first, second third positions. Moving the pull member from the first position to the third position moves the extractor member from the distal to the proximal position. The retainer assembly includes a proximal leg member and a distal leg member that are hingedly connected to one another. The retainer assembly is movable between a deployed position, a folded position and a finish position. Moving the pull member from the first position to the second position moves the retainer assembly from the deployed to the folded position, and moving the pull member from the second position to the third position moves the retainer assembly from the folded to the finish position.
Abstract:
In a craft such as a passenger aircraft, an apparatus is provided for storing and retrieving service trolleys (110) in a craft having a passenger deck (150) and a cargo bay. The apparatus can comprise a container (101) located in the cargo bay (100) and configured to hold at least one service trolley (110). The apparatus can also comprise a pillar (102) located on the passenger deck, and the pillar can be configured to receive at least one service trolley. The apparatus can also comprise a lift (103) configured to move the at least one service trolley between the container and the pillar. The apparatus can use the electricity, heat, and by-products from an integrated fuel cell system (106) to power a trolley distribution system and fulfill catering purposes, like heating and cooling.
Abstract:
A locking assembly for a galley container includes: a picklock arranged on a first galley container part, a locking mechanism arranged on a second galley container part for engaging the picklock, the first and second galley container parts being moveable towards and away from each other to close and open the galley container, the locking mechanism being moveable between a release position, wherein the picklock is released from the locking mechanism, and a lock position wherein the locking mechanism can engage the picklock to lock the first container part to the second container part, characterized in that a blocking element is provided that in a block position prevents the locking mechanism from moving to the lock position and in an unblock position allows the locking mechanism to move to the lock position. A galley container provided with such a locking assembly is also described.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the present invention provide a laminated glass surface for an aircraft or other passenger transportation vehicle surface. Specific features may include a glass substrate that is associated with an adhesive layer to form a laminated glass. The glass substrate may be an ultrathin glass substrate and/or a strengthened glass substrate. The laminated glass may then be secured to an aircraft surface.
Abstract:
In a craft such as a passenger aircraft, an apparatus is provided for storing and retrieving service trolleys (110) in a craft having a passenger deck (150) and a cargo bay. The apparatus can comprise a container (101) located in the cargo bay (100) and configured to hold at least one service trolley (110). The apparatus can also comprise a pillar (102) located on the passenger deck, and the pillar can be configured to receive at least one service trolley. The apparatus can also comprise a lift (103) configured to move the at least one service trolley between the container and the pillar. The apparatus can use the electricity, heat, and by-products from an integrated fuel cell system (106) to power a trolley distribution system and fulfill catering purposes, like heating and cooling.