Method and apparatus for minimizing blast damage caused by an ex

Details Method and apparatus for minimizing blast damage caused by an ex Method and apparatus for minimizing blast damage caused by an ex

1996-01-05

1998-06-23

Shoap, Allan N.

Receptacles

Freight containers

109 1R, 109 79, 220668, 220683, 220692, B65D 8814, B65D 9008, B65D 9032

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057692572

ABSTRACT:
Method and apparatus for minimizing blast damage caused by an explosive device carried in luggage or other cargo loaded on an aircraft. A first cargo container is provided which includes a non-explosion-resistant panel. A second cargo container, also including a non-explosion-resistant panel is paired with the first container and both containers are loaded in the cargo bay such that the non-explosion-resistant panels face inboard, oppose and align with one another. The method provides a controlled venting feature whereby explosive products are vented into the adjacent container in the cargo bay of an aircraft through non-explosion-resistant panel on the inboard side of the container. The container is constructed of lightweight, high-strength materials and may be joined to a supporting structure with threaded fasteners, allowing for efficient replacement of damaged panels. The container may also incorporate edge and corner joint designs that exceed panel strength and will not fail under reasonable probable blast pressures, yet require no special manufacturing or maintenance techniques.

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