Retractable umbilical system and vehicle incorporating same

Details Retractable umbilical system and vehicle incorporating same Retractable umbilical system and vehicle incorporating same

2006-11-29

2009-08-18

Abrams, Neil (Department: 2839)

Electrical connectors

Coupling part with latching means and tether or explosive to...

C089S001811, C439S163000, C439S347000, C439S923000

Reexamination Certificate

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07575456

ABSTRACT:
A retractable umbilical system includes an umbilical connector assembly, a latching connector assembly, and a retracting umbilical extending between the umbilical connector assembly and the latching connector assembly. The umbilical connector assembly is configured to bias the retracting umbilical into a retracted configuration. The latching connector assembly is configured to selectively retain the retracting umbilical in an extended configuration. The umbilical connector assembly includes a roller that is in contact with the retracting umbilical.

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