Material or article handling – Elevator or hoist and loading or unloading means therefor – Comprising device on carrier to move or carry load laterally...
Patent
1996-10-11
1999-02-09
Brahan, Thomas J.
Material or article handling
Elevator or hoist and loading or unloading means therefor
Comprising device on carrier to move or carry load laterally...
2441371, 414347, 414398, 414495, 414529, 254 89H, B65G 3912
Patent
active
058685448
ABSTRACT:
An aircraft cargo loader is provided including a platform having a plurality of rollers for supporting cargo thereon. A base member is disposed below the platform and a plurality of telescoping jacks are disposed between the platform and the base member for lifting the platform. A supply of pressurized gas is connected to the plurality of telescoping jacks. An automatic load balancing system is provided for balancing the load on the platform. The cargo loader is designed to be lightweight and portable so that it can be loaded onto the aircraft and transported therewith.
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Brahan Thomas J.
McDonnell Douglas Corporation
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