A parachute deployment connection mechanism

By combining special screws, nuts, cable connectors, and locking plates, the problems of vibration prevention, loosening prevention, and scratch prevention in traditional parachute connection mechanisms are solved, achieving efficient installation and disassembly, and making it suitable for multiple fields.

CN117508606BActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28WUHAN AVIATION INSTR
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WUHAN AVIATION INSTR
Filing Date
2023-10-20
Publication Date
2026-04-28

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Technical Problem

Traditional parachutes have poor vibration and loosening resistance due to their mechanical actuator connection method, and they are prone to tearing the parachute or clothing. They also lack the ability to be installed and disassembled.

Method used

It adopts a combination structure of special screws, special nuts, steel cable connectors, bushings and locking plates. Through threaded connection and anti-loosening hole design, it can achieve vibration prevention, loosening prevention and scratch prevention, and is easy to install and disassemble.

Benefits of technology

It achieves vibration resistance, loosening prevention, and scratch resistance in the parachute connection mechanism, with high connection and disassembly efficiency, and is suitable for devices that are inconvenient to disassemble, especially parachutes and cloth-like objects.

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Abstract

The present application belongs to the technical field of parachute design, and discloses a parachute opening connecting mechanism, which comprises a hook, a special screw, a special nut, a steel cable connector and a bushing. After the steel cable connector is inserted into the through hole of the special nut, the cylindrical block is put into the bushing, and the cylindrical block is limited by the small hole of the bushing. Then, the bushing is screwed into the special nut, and the cylindrical block is limited by the closed hole of the special nut. The outer side of the special screw is matched with the outer thread of the special nut. The hook is in the form of a closed draw hook. The two ends of the hook are put into the T-shaped notch of the special screw, and the special screw is screwed into the special nut from the non-closed end of the special nut. The present application can prevent vibration, loosening and tearing of cloth or non-metallic objects. Meanwhile, the system is convenient to install, connect and disassemble, and has high efficiency. In particular, the present application can be applied to devices which are inconvenient to disassemble at both ends but need to be connected. The present application can be applied to multiple fields such as industry, aviation, aerospace, shipbuilding and weapons.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of parachute design technology, and relates to a parachute connection structure, specifically a parachute opening connection mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional mechanical actuators are mostly connected by screws and nuts, pins and bolts, etc., which have poor anti-vibration and anti-loosening performance, and their installation and disassembly capabilities are also poor.

[0003] In addition, the original mechanical actuator used a steel wire safety mechanism, which users have long reported is prone to tearing the umbrella or clothing, creating a safety hazard. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Purpose of the invention: In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a parachute opening connection mechanism, which addresses the requirements for installation, connection and disassembly between the parachute opener and the parachute. It can prevent vibration, loosening and tearing of fabric or non-metallic objects, etc. At the same time, the system is easy to install, connect and disassemble, and is highly efficient. It can be applied to devices where it is inconvenient to disassemble at both ends but a connection is required.

[0005] Inventive technical solution:

[0006] A parachute deployment connection mechanism includes a hook, a special screw, a special nut, a steel cable connector, and a bushing. The special nut has a double-ended internal thread with a constricted opening at one end. The bushing has a connecting structure with a large hole at one end and a small hole at the other. The bushing has an external thread on its outer side that matches the special nut. The bushing is shorter than the internal through hole of the special nut. The bushing has a slot on its side. The steel cable connector is a rope with a cylindrical block at one end. After the steel cable connector is inserted into the through hole of the special nut, the cylindrical block is placed into the bushing and limited by the small hole of the bushing. The bushing is then screwed into the special nut and limited by the constricted opening of the special nut. The special screw has an external thread on its outer side that matches the special nut. One end of the special screw is closed, and T-slots are opened on both sides. The hook is a closed pull hook. The two ends of the hook are placed into the T-slots of the special screw, and the special screw is then screwed into the special nut from the non-constricted end.

[0007] Furthermore, it also includes a locking plate, which is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy, is a soft material, is easy to bend, and has a plate-like structure with a round center and straight ends; anti-loosening holes are opened on both sides of the special nut, and the locking plate is screwed into the special nut through threads, with both ends bent and snapped into the anti-loosening holes of the special nut.

[0008] Furthermore, a special screw is hooked into the hook and then a locking plate is inserted. The special screw has a through hole in the middle, and the two T-slots of the special screw are connected in the middle. The locking plate is inserted into the special screw, and the straight piece of the locking plate extends out from the two T-slots.

[0009] Furthermore, the outer side of the special nut has a hexagonal structure.

[0010] A parachute deployment connection mechanism includes a special nut, two cable connectors, and two bushings. The special nut has a double-ended through-hole structure with internal threads, one end of which has a constricted opening. The bushing has a connecting structure with a large hole at one end and a small hole at the other. The outer side of the bushing has an external thread that matches the special nut, and the bushing is shorter than the internal through-hole of the special nut. The bushing has slots on its side. The cable connector is a rope with a cylindrical block at one end. After the cable connector is inserted into the through-hole of the special nut, the cylindrical block is placed into the bushing, where it is limited by the small hole of the bushing. The bushing is then screwed into the special nut, where it is limited by the constricted opening of the special nut. The cylindrical block of the other cable connector is placed into the other bushing, where it is limited by the small hole of the bushing. The bushing is then screwed into the special nut from the other direction.

[0011] Furthermore, it also includes a locking plate, which is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy, is a soft material, is easy to bend, and has a plate-like structure with a circle in the center and a straight plate at one end; a locking hole is opened on one side of the special nut, and the locking plate is screwed into the special nut through the thread, with one end bent and fastened into the locking hole of the special nut.

[0012] Furthermore, the cylindrical block of another cable connector is placed into another bushing, and then a locking plate is placed into another bushing. The straight piece of the locking plate extends out from the slot of the other bushing.

[0013] Furthermore, the outer side of the special nut has a hexagonal structure.

[0014] The advantages of this invention are:

[0015] 1. The parachute opening connection mechanism of the present invention is a rigid structure that can prevent vibration, loosening and tearing of fabric or non-metallic objects. At the same time, the system is easy to install, connect and disassemble, and is highly efficient. It can be applied to devices where it is inconvenient to disassemble both ends but they need to be connected.

[0016] 2. This invention can be used as a parachute opening connection mechanism between the parachute opener and the parachute. As a parachute opening connection mechanism, this invention is reliable, easy to connect and disassemble, highly efficient, simple in structure, and low in cost. It can also be applied to devices requiring connection where both ends are inconvenient to disassemble.

[0017] 3. After the locking plates are bent at both ends and inserted into the anti-loosening holes of the special nuts, the outer surface of the entire mechanism is completely smooth, without burrs or sharp corners, making it particularly suitable for installation and connection on parachutes or cloth-like objects.

[0018] 4. This invention can be applied to multiple fields such as industry, aviation, aerospace, shipbuilding, and weaponry. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this invention, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this invention and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is the overall assembly structure diagram of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a diagram showing the arrangement of the six components of this invention after disassembly.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a design view of the bushing of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a design view of the special screw of the present invention;

[0024] Among them, 1—hook, 2—special screw, 3—locking plate, 4—special nut, 5—steel cable connector, and 6—bulb. Detailed Implementation

[0025] This section describes embodiments of the present invention, used to explain and illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described herein can be combined with each other.

[0026] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating directions or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or case referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include more than one of those features. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0027] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integrated connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or point connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] Example 1:

[0029] A parachute deployment connection mechanism includes a hook 1, a special screw 2, a special nut 4, a steel cable connector 5, and a bushing 6. The special nut 4 has a double-ended through-hole structure with internal threads, and one end of the through-hole of the special nut 4 is a constricted hole. The bushing 6 has a connecting structure with a large hole at one end and a small hole at the other end. The outer side of the bushing 6 has an external thread that matches the special nut 4, and the bushing 6 is shorter than the internal through-hole of the special nut 4. The bushing 6 has a slot on its side. The steel cable connector 5 is a rope with a cylindrical end. After the connector 5 is inserted into the through hole of the special nut 4, the cylindrical block is placed into the bushing 6, and the cylindrical block is limited by the small hole of the bushing 6. The bushing 6 is then screwed into the special nut 4, and limited by the closing hole of the special nut 4. The outer side of the special screw 2 is the external thread that matches the special nut 4. One end of the special screw 2 is closed, and T-shaped slots are opened on both sides. The hook 1 is a closed pull hook. The two ends of the hook 1 are placed into the T-shaped slots of the special screw 2. The special screw 2 is then screwed into the special nut 4 from the non-closing end of the special nut 4.

[0030] It also includes a locking plate 3, which is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy, is a soft material, is easy to bend, and has a plate-like structure with a round center and straight ends; the special nut 4 has anti-loosening holes on both sides, and the locking plate 3 is screwed into the special nut 4 by threads, with both ends bent and snapped into the anti-loosening holes of the special nut 4.

[0031] Hook 1 is inserted into special screw 2 and then locking piece 3 is placed in. Special screw 2 has a through hole in the middle and the two T-slots of special screw 2 are connected in the middle. Locking piece 3 is placed inside special screw 2 and the straight piece of locking piece 3 extends out from the two T-slots.

[0032] The outer side of the special nut 4 has a hexagonal structure.

[0033] A parachute deployment connection mechanism includes a special nut 4, two cable connectors 5, and two bushings 6. The special nut 4 has a structure with internal threads and double-ended through holes, one end of which has a constricted opening. The bushing 6 has a connecting structure with a large hole at one end and a small hole at the other end. The outer side of the bushing 6 is provided with an external thread that matches the special nut 4. The bushing 6 is shorter than the internal through hole of the special nut 4. The bushing 6 has a slot on its side. The cable connector 5 is a rope with a cylindrical block at one end. After the cable connector 5 is inserted into the through hole of the special nut 4, the cylindrical block is placed into the bushing 6, and the cylindrical block is limited by the small hole of the bushing 6. The bushing 6 is then screwed into the special nut 4, and limited by the constricted opening of the special nut 4. The cylindrical block of the other cable connector 5 is placed into the other bushing 6, and the cylindrical block is limited by the small hole of the bushing 6. The bushing 6 is then screwed into the special nut 4 from the other direction.

[0034] It also includes a locking plate 3, which is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy, is a soft material, is easy to bend, and has a plate-like structure with a circle in the center and a straight plate at one end; a special nut 4 has an anti-loosening hole on one side, and the locking plate 3 is screwed into the special nut 4 by threads, with one end bent and fastened into the anti-loosening hole of the special nut 4.

[0035] The cylindrical block of another steel cable connector 5 is placed into another bushing 6, and then the locking plate 3 is placed in the other bushing 6. The straight piece of the locking plate 3 extends out from the slot of the other bushing 6.

[0036] The outer side of the special nut 4 has a hexagonal structure.

[0037] Example 2:

[0038] A parachute deployment connection mechanism is characterized by comprising six parts: a hook 1, a special screw 2, a locking plate 3, a special nut 4, a cable connector 5, and a bushing 6. The cable connector 5 is inserted through the special nut 4 and hooked into the bushing 6. The bushing 6 is then screwed into the special nut 4. The hook 1 is hooked into the special screw 2, and the locking plate 3 is inserted and screwed into the special nut 4. Finally, the two ends of the locking plate 3 are bent and fastened into the anti-loosening holes of the special nut 4, thus forming the parachute deployment connection mechanism. The cable connector 5 of this mechanism connects to the deployment power of the parachute opener, while the hook 1 connects to the parachute deployment lines, thus connecting the opener to the parachute. When the cable connector outputs tension, the parachute pack is pulled open, thereby deploying the parachute.

[0039] Special screw 2 and bushing 6 are connected to special nut 4 by threads.

[0040] The special nut 4 has a larger through-hole diameter, making it easy for the head of the steel cable connector 5 to pass through; the special nut 4 is hexagonal and can be clamped with tools; it has symmetrical anti-loosening holes around its perimeter for easy and secure installation.

[0041] The cable connector 5 is inserted through a special nut 4 and hooked into a bushing 6. The bushing 6 is then screwed into the special nut 4 via threads, preventing the cable connector 5 from being pulled out. Here, the head of the cable connector 5 is large enough to fit through the special nut 4. The bushing 6 has a small aperture but a slotted side, allowing the cable portion of the cable connector 5 to be embedded. By screwing the bushing 6 into the special nut 4 via threads, the cable connector 5 cannot be pulled out, thus fixing the cable connector 5 to the umbrella-opening connection mechanism.

[0042] After hook 1 is inserted into special screw 2, hook 1 can also be fixed to the umbrella-opening connecting mechanism. Here, the head of hook 1 is large and cannot be detached after being inserted into the groove of special screw 2.

[0043] Hook 1 is open, allowing closed or looped paracord to be hooked and connected to this parasol opening connection mechanism.

[0044] Hook 1 is inserted into special screw 2, then locking plate 3 is placed in and screwed into special nut 4 via threads. Finally, the two ends of locking plate 3 are bent and fastened into the anti-loosening holes of special nut 4. Locking plate 3 is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy, a flexible material that is easy to bend, and has a plate-like structure with a round center and straight ends. With the two ends of locking plate 3 bent and fastened into the anti-loosening holes of special nut 4, the entire parachute opening connection mechanism is completely fixed and cannot be loosened by any vibration.

[0045] Pull the bent parts at both ends of the locking plate 3 out of the anti-loosening holes of the special nut 4 and remove them in the opposite direction. The entire parachute opening connection mechanism can then be completely disassembled, thus detaching the parachute opener from the parachute.

[0046] Except for the locking plate 3, which is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy, all other parts are made of steel or stainless steel. The size is determined according to the size of the objects connected at both ends and the magnitude of the pulling force.

[0047] After the locking plate 3 is bent at both ends and inserted into the anti-loosening holes of the special nut 4, the outer surface of the entire mechanism is completely smooth, without burrs or sharp corners, making it particularly suitable for installation and connection on parachutes or cloth-like objects.

[0048] The parachute opening connection mechanism of the present invention is a rigid structure that is resistant to vibration, loosening, and tearing of fabrics or non-metallic objects. At the same time, the system is easy to install, connect, and disassemble, and is highly efficient. It is particularly suitable for devices where it is inconvenient to disassemble both ends but a connection is required.

[0049] This invention discloses a parachute deployment connection mechanism, which can serve as a connection mechanism between the parachute deployer and the parachute. This parachute deployment connection mechanism is reliable, easy to connect and disassemble, highly efficient, simple in structure, and low in cost. It can also be applied to devices requiring connection where disassembly at both ends is inconvenient. This parachute deployment connection mechanism can be applied in various fields such as industry, aviation, aerospace, shipbuilding, and weaponry.

[0050] Application Scenario 1: A connecting mechanism between the mechanical parachute opener and the parachute pack for paratroopers. It features a rigid structure, is vibration-resistant, prevents loosening and tearing of the parachute pack fabric, and offers convenient and efficient connection and disassembly. The structure is simple and cost-effective.

[0051] Application Scenario 2: The connection mechanism between the parachute deployer and the parachute pack in military aircraft ejection seats. It features a rigid structure, is vibration-resistant, prevents loosening and tearing of the parachute pack fabric, and offers convenient and efficient connection and disassembly. The structure is simple and cost-effective.

[0052] Application Scenario 3: A connection mechanism between the mechanical parachute opener and the parachute pack for airdropped objects or equipment. It features a rigid structure, is vibration-resistant, prevents loosening and tearing of the parachute pack fabric, and offers convenient and efficient connection and disassembly. The structure is simple and cost-effective.

[0053] The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of the present invention, and are intended to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of the present invention and implement it accordingly. They should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention. All equivalent transformations or modifications made in accordance with the spirit and essence of the present invention should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention. Technical aspects, shapes, and structures not described in detail in this invention are all well-known technologies.

Claims

1. A parachute deployment connection mechanism, characterized in that, The device includes a hook (1), a special screw (2), a special nut (4), a cable connector (5), and a bushing (6). The special nut (4) has a double-ended open hole structure with internal threads. One end of the special nut (4) has a closed hole. The bushing (6) has a connecting structure with a large hole at one end and a small hole at the other end. The bushing (6) has an external thread on its outer side that matches the special nut (4). The bushing (6) is shorter than the internal through hole of the special nut (4). The bushing (6) has a slot on its side. The cable connector (5) is a rope with a cylindrical end. The cable connector (5) is inserted into the... After the through hole of the special nut (4), the cylindrical block is placed into the bushing (6), and the small hole of the bushing (6) limits the cylindrical block. The bushing (6) is then screwed into the special nut (4), and the closing hole of the special nut (4) limits the closing. The outer side of the special screw (2) is the external thread that matches the special nut (4). One end of the special screw (2) is closed, and T-shaped slots are opened on both sides. The hook (1) is a closed pull hook. The two ends of the hook (1) are placed into the T-shaped slots of the special screw (2), and the special screw (2) is then screwed into the special nut (4) from the non-closing end of the special nut (4).

2. The parachute opening connection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a locking plate (3), which is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy material. It is a soft material that is easy to bend and has a plate-like structure with a circle in the center and straight plates at both ends. Anti-loosening holes are provided on both sides of the special nut (4). The locking plate (3) is screwed into the special nut (4) by threads and the two ends are bent and snapped into the anti-loosening holes of the special nut (4).

3. The parachute opening connection mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, Hook (1) is inserted into special screw (2) and then lock plate (3) is inserted. Special screw (2) has a through hole in the middle. The two T-slots of special screw (2) are connected in the middle. Lock plate (3) is inserted into special screw (2). The straight piece of lock plate (3) extends out from the two T-slots.

4. The parachute opening connection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The special nut (4) has a hexagonal structure on the outside.

5. A parachute opening connection mechanism, characterized in that, Includes a special nut (4), two cable connectors (5), and two bushings (6). The special nut (4) has a double-ended open hole structure with internal threads. One end of the special nut (4) has a closed opening. The bushing (6) has a connecting structure with a large hole at one end and a small hole at the other end. The outer side of the bushing (6) is provided with an external thread that matches the special nut (4). The bushing (6) is shorter than the internal through hole of the special nut (4). The bushing (6) has a slot on its side. The cable connectors (5) are... The rope body with a cylindrical end has a steel cable connector (5) inserted into the through hole of the special nut (4). The cylindrical block is then placed into the bushing (6), and the small hole of the bushing (6) limits the cylindrical block. The bushing (6) is then screwed into the special nut (4), and the closing hole of the special nut (4) limits the closing. The cylindrical block of the other steel cable connector (5) is placed into another bushing (6), and the small hole of the bushing (6) limits the cylindrical block. The bushing (6) is then screwed into the special nut (4) from another direction.

6. A parachute opening connection mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a locking plate (3), which is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy material. It is a soft material that is easy to bend and has a plate-like structure with a circle in the center and a straight plate at one end. A locking hole is provided on one side of the special nut (4). The locking plate (3) is screwed into the special nut (4) by threads, and one end is bent and fastened into the locking hole of the special nut (4).

7. A parachute opening connection mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, The cylindrical block of another steel cable connector (5) is placed into another bushing (6) and then the locking plate (3) is placed in the other bushing (6). The straight piece of the locking plate (3) extends out from the slot of the other bushing (6).

8. A parachute opening connection mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The special nut (4) has a hexagonal structure on the outside.

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