Receptacles – Freight containers
Patent
1992-07-30
1993-06-08
Shoap, Allan N.
Receptacles
Freight containers
220 8, 220331, 190 1, B65D 618
Patent
active
052171329
ABSTRACT:
A convertible air cargo container which may be used in the air freight industry. A slidable top cover allows the user to convert a standard cube shaped cargo container, for example, in an M1 configuration, to an AQ7 configuration. Secured to the slidable top cover by a hinge is at least one contoured flap which rotates to alter the upper shape of the cargo container for use in other types of aircraft or other cargo carrier. A piston and spring lock secures the top cover and contoured flaps into the desired position.
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Castellano S.
Shoap Allan N.
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