Monument with mounting system using corner bracket fittings

Abstract

To provide an attachment system and methods for the same for attaching a monument with a reduced width to tracks in platforms.SOLUTION: A monument comprises a floor panel (416); a left face panel (418) perpendicular to the floor panel; a right face panel (414) perpendicular to the floor panel; and an attachment system (406) connecting the floor panel, the left face panel, and the right face panel. The attachment system comprises a right corner bracket fitting (408) connecting the right face panel to the floor panel; a left corner bracket fitting (410) connecting the left face panel to the floor panel; and a filler panel (412) connected to and extending between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates generally to monuments on platforms, and more particularly to mounting monuments to tracks on platforms. The present disclosure provides a mounting system and method for mounting narrow monuments. [Background technology]

[0002] To provide storage and separation within a platform, monuments are used on the platform. The monuments can be attached to the floor structure in any desired manner. Conventional monument attachment systems on aircraft are limited in the size of the monuments that can be provided.

[0003] Therefore, a method and apparatus that takes into account at least some of the above-mentioned challenges, as well as other potential challenges, is desirable. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, there is provided a monument including a floor panel, a left face panel perpendicular to the floor panel, a right face panel perpendicular to the floor panel, and a mounting system connecting the floor panel, the left face panel, and the right face panel, the mounting system including a right corner bracket fitting connecting the right face panel to the floor panel, a left corner bracket fitting connecting the left face panel to the floor panel, and a filler panel connecting to the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting and extending therebetween.

[0005] In another embodiment of the present disclosure, a mounting system is provided that includes a right corner bracket fitting configured to couple to a right face panel to connect the right face panel to a floor panel, a left corner bracket fitting configured to couple to a left face panel to connect the left face panel to the floor panel, and a filler panel configured to connect to and extend between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting.

[0006] In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, a corner bracket fitting is provided that includes a structure having a seat track interface, a floor panel structural attachment having a flange extending from the structure, a face panel structural attachment having a flange extending from the structure and substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structural attachment, and a filler panel structural attachment extending from the structure and having a flange substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structural attachment and the floor panel structural attachment.

[0007] In another embodiment of the present disclosure, a method of forming a monument is provided, comprising: securing a floor panel structural attachment of a right corner bracket fitting to a floor panel; securing a floor panel structural attachment of a left corner bracket fitting to the floor panel; securing a face panel structural attachment of the right corner bracket fitting to a right face panel; securing a face panel structural attachment of the left corner bracket fitting to a left face panel; and securing a filler panel to the filler panel attachment of the right corner bracket fitting and to the filler panel attachment of the left corner bracket fitting, such that the filler panel extends between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting.

[0008] The above features and functions can be achieved individually in various embodiments of the present disclosure and can also be combined in other embodiments, details of which will become apparent from the following description and drawings. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0009] The novel features believed distinctive to the exemplary embodiments are set forth in the appended claims. However, the exemplary embodiments, as well as the preferred mode of use, as well as its objects and advantages, will best be understood by reference to the detailed description of exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0010] [Figure 1] 1 is an illustration of an aircraft in which illustrative embodiments may be implemented; [Figure 2] 1 is an illustration of a monument within an interior of an aircraft in accordance with an illustrative embodiment; [Figure 3] FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of a monument using a seat track according to an exemplary embodiment; [Figure 4] FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional rear view of a monument using a seat track according to an exemplary embodiment; [Figure 5] 1 is a perspective cutaway view of a monument using a seat track according to an exemplary embodiment; FIG. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is an illustration of a bottom view of a monument in accordance with an illustrative embodiment; [Figure 7] FIG. 1 is an illustration of a side view of a monument in accordance with an illustrative embodiment; [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is an illustration of a bottom view of a monument in accordance with an illustrative embodiment; [Figure 9] FIG. 1 is an illustration of a front view of a monument in accordance with an illustrative embodiment; [Figure 10] 1 is an illustration of an interior view of a monument in accordance with an illustrative embodiment; [Figure 11]It is an exploded perspective view showing a monument according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 12] It is an exploded perspective rear view showing an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 13] It is a partially exploded perspective front view showing an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 14] It is a perspective front view showing a pair of corner brackets of an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 15] It is a perspective rear view showing a pair of corner brackets of an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 16] It is a perspective front view showing a pair of corner brackets of an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 17] It is a perspective rear view showing a pair of corner brackets of an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 18] It is a perspective view showing a pair of corner brackets of an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 19] It is a perspective rear view showing a pair of corner brackets of an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 20] It is a perspective view showing a pair of corner brackets of an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 21] It is a perspective rear view showing a pair of corner brackets of an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 22] It is an upper front perspective view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 23] It is an upper rear perspective view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 24] It is a front view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 25] It is a rear view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 26]A rear view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 27] A top view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 28] A left side view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 29] A right side view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 30] An upper front perspective view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 31] An upper rear perspective view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 32] A front view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 33] A rear view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 34] A bottom view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 35] A top view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 36] A left side view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 37] A right side view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 38] A block diagram showing a platform capable of implementing an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 39] A flowchart showing a method for forming a monument according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 40] A block diagram showing a method for manufacturing and maintaining an aircraft according to an exemplary embodiment. [Figure 41] A block diagram showing an aircraft capable of implementing an exemplary embodiment.

Best Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0011] In exemplary embodiments, one or more different matters are recognized and considered. For example, in a commercial aircraft, the use of internal monuments to store emergency equipment, passenger amenities, and other items that may be brought on board is recognized and considered in exemplary embodiments. In many cases, in these monuments, the use of the seat tracks in the aircraft to achieve a structural attachment is recognized and considered in exemplary embodiments. Typically, the monument is placed on the seat track, and at this time, the floor fitting of the monument is oriented perpendicular to the seat track.

[0012] In other cases, since a fixed wall is placed directly on the seat track, it is recognized and considered in exemplary embodiments that the structural fitting can be oriented parallel to the seat track. Typically, this type of monument can be accessed from the FWD direction or the AFT direction, but not from the passage surface of the monument. In some cases, it is recognized and considered in exemplary embodiments that it is desirable to be able to access the monument from the aisle of the aircraft. In some cases, it is recognized and considered in exemplary embodiments that it is desirable to provide a narrow monument. In some cases, it is recognized and considered in exemplary embodiments that it is desirable to provide a narrow monument while using common standard parts.

[0013] The monument in the exemplary embodiment can be made narrower compared to a monument having a conventional mounting system. The monument in the exemplary embodiment can have a door facing the aisle.

[0014] Next, referring to the accompanying drawings, specifically FIG. 1, an aircraft according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. In this example, the aircraft 100 has wings 102 and 104 attached to the fuselage 106. The aircraft 100 includes an engine 108 attached to the wing 102 and an engine 110 attached to the wing 104.

[0015] The fuselage 106 has a tail section 112. Attached to the tail section 112 of the fuselage 106 are a horizontal stabilizer 114, a horizontal stabilizer 116, and a vertical stabilizer 118.

[0016] The aircraft 100 is an example of a platform capable of implementing a monument using an attachment system having a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment. The aircraft 100 is an example of an aircraft that can use an attachment system having a corner bracket fitting to secure a monument to a seat track. The attachment system can secure a narrow monument to the seat track in the fuselage 106 of the aircraft 100. The attachment system can secure a monument having a door facing the aisle to the seat track in the fuselage 106 of the aircraft 100.

[0017] Next, referring to FIG. 2, a monument inside an aircraft according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 200 shows the interior of the fuselage 106 of the aircraft 100 shown in FIG. 1. In view 200, a monument 202 is attached to a seat track 204 in the passenger cabin 206. A passenger seat 208 is also attached to the seat track 204. The door 210 of the monument 202 faces the aisle 212 of the passenger cabin 206. In some examples, the width of the monument 202 is narrow compared to a conventional monument.

[0018] Next, referring to FIG. 3, a front perspective view showing a monument using a seat track according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Monument 300 can be used within the fuselage 106 of the aircraft 100 shown in FIG. 1. In some examples, monument 300 is the same as monument 202 shown in FIG. 2.

[0019] Monument 300 is attached to seat track 302. The door 304 of the monument is parallel to the seat track 302. A kick strip 306 is disposed between the door 304 and the seat track 302 to cover the components of the attachment system 308 for attaching the monument 300 to the seat track 302. The kick strip 306 improves the aesthetics of the monument 300 by hiding the components of the attachment system.

[0020] Monument 300 has a face panel 310 and a face panel 312. The face panel 310 is connected to the face panel 312 and a floor panel (not shown) by components of the attachment system 308.

[0021] Next, referring to FIG. 4, a rear cross-sectional view showing a monument using a seat track according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. In some examples, view 400 is a rear cross-sectional view of monument 300 shown in FIG. 3. View 400 may also be referred to as an internal view of monument 402.

[0022] Monument 402 is fixed to seat track 404 by an attachment system 406. In some examples, in view 400, the components of monument 402 are removed to make the attachment system 406 more visible. As an example, a kick strip can be disposed to hide the components of the attachment system 406 within the monument 402.

[0023] To prevent undesirable load sharing with the floor structure, the fittings of the mounting system 406 on one side of the monument 402 do not load in the y-direction. The mounting system 406 includes a right corner bracket fitting 408, a left corner bracket fitting 410, and a filler panel 412. To prevent undesirable load sharing with the floor structure, one of the right corner bracket fitting 408 or the left corner bracket fitting 410 does not load in the y-direction. The right corner bracket fitting 408 is configured to couple to a right face panel 414 to connect the right face panel to a floor panel 416. The left corner bracket fitting 410 is configured to couple to a left face panel 418 to connect the left face panel to the floor panel 416. The filler panel 412 is configured to connect to and extend between the right corner bracket fitting 408 and the left corner bracket fitting 410. A filler panel 412 is secured between the right corner bracket fitting 408 and the left corner bracket fitting 410 to close off the monument 402 .

[0024] The filler panel 412 allows the width 420 of the monument 402 to be adjusted. The width 420 of the monument 402 can be adjusted by replacing the filler panel 412 with a filler panel having a width different from the width 422 of the filler panel 412. Adjusting the width 420 of the monument 402 allows for doors of different widths and floor panels of different widths to be used.

[0025] Next, referring to FIG. 5, a perspective cutaway view of a monument using a sheet track according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. In some examples, view 500 is a rear cross-sectional view of monument 300 shown in FIG. 3. Monument 502 is secured to sheet track 504 by attachment system 506. Attachment system 506 includes a right corner bracket fitting 508 and a left corner bracket fitting 510. Right corner bracket fitting 508 is configured to couple to a right face panel (not shown) and connect the right face panel to floor panel 512. In view 500, the right face panel is not shown to better visualize the interior of monument 502. Left corner bracket fitting 510 is configured to couple to left face panel 514 and connect the left face panel to floor panel 512. In view 500, kick strip 516 is disposed, which hides a portion of right corner bracket fitting 508, left corner bracket fitting 510, and a filler panel (not shown) that connects and extends between the right corner bracket fitting 508 and the left corner bracket fitting 510.

[0026] Monument 502 takes the form of a cabinet 518 having a door 520. Door strike 522 is coupled to left corner bracket fitting 510 via kick strip 516. Door 520 of monument 502 is in a closed state by door strike 522 in attachment system 506.

[0027] Referring now to FIG. 6, a bottom view of a monument is shown, according to an example embodiment. View 600 is a bottom view of monument 602. Monument 602 includes two closets, closet 604 and closet 606, facing opposite each other. In some examples, view 600 is a bottom view of monument 202 shown in FIG. 2. In some examples, view 600 is a bottom view of monument 300 shown in FIG. 3. In some examples, view 600 is a bottom view of monument 402 shown in FIG. 4. In some examples, view 600 is a bottom view of monument 502 shown in FIG. 5.

[0028] Closet 604 has mounting system 608. Closet 606 has mounting system 610. Mounting system 608 includes corner bracket fitting 612, corner bracket fitting 614, and filler panel 616. In some examples, corner bracket fitting 612 is also referred to as a right corner bracket fitting. In some examples, corner bracket fitting 614 is also referred to as a left corner bracket fitting. The terms "left" and "right" are used with respect to the door of closet 604 when an operator is standing in front of the door and opening it. The terms "left" and "right" are used with respect to the door of closet 604 when viewing the door from direction 617.

[0029] The corner bracket fitting 612 is configured to be coupled to the face panel 618 and connect the face panel to the floor panel 620. The corner bracket fitting 614 is configured to be coupled to the face panel 622 and connect the face panel to the floor panel 620. The face panel 618 is also referred to as the right face panel. The face panel 622 is also referred to as the left face panel. The filler panel 616 is configured to be connected to the corner bracket fitting 612 and the corner bracket fitting 614 and extend therebetween.

[0030] The mounting system 610 includes a corner bracket fitting 624, a corner bracket fitting 626, and a filler panel 628. In some examples, the corner bracket fitting 624 is also referred to as the right corner bracket fitting. In some examples, the corner bracket fitting 626 is also referred to as the left corner bracket fitting. The terms “left” and “right” are used with respect to the door of the cabinet 606 when the operator stands in front of the door of the cabinet 606 and opens the door. The terms “left” and “right” are used with respect to the door of the cabinet 606 when looking at the door of the cabinet 606 from the direction 627.

[0031] The corner bracket fitting 624 is configured to be coupled to the face panel 630 and connect the face panel to the floor panel 632. The corner bracket fitting 626 is configured to be coupled to the face panel 634 and connect the face panel to the floor panel 632. The face panel 630 is also referred to as the right face panel. The face panel 634 is also referred to as the left face panel. The filler panel 628 is configured to be connected to the corner bracket fitting 624 and the corner bracket fitting 626 and extend therebetween.

[0032] Next, referring to FIG. 7, a side view of a monument according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 700 is a side view of monument 602 shown in FIG. 6. In view 700, face panel 618 of closet 604 and face panel 634 of closet 606 are shown. Door 702 of closet 604 is perpendicular to face panel 618. Door 704 of closet 606 is perpendicular to face panel 634.

[0033] Next, referring to FIG. 8, a bottom view of a monument according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 800 is a bottom view of monument 802. Monument 802 takes the form of closet 804. In some examples, view 800 is a bottom view of monument 202 shown in FIG. 2. In some examples, view 800 is a bottom view of monument 300 shown in FIG. 3. In some examples, view 800 is a bottom view of monument 402 shown in FIG. 4. In some examples, view 800 is a bottom view of monument 502 shown in FIG. 5.

[0034] Closet 804 has a mounting system 806. Mounting system 806 includes corner bracket fitting 808, corner bracket fitting 810, and filler panel 812. Corner bracket fitting 808 is coupled to face panel 814 and configured to connect the face panel to floor panel 816. Corner bracket fitting 810 is coupled to face panel 818 and configured to connect the face panel to floor panel 816. Filler panel 812 is connected to and extends between corner bracket fitting 808 and corner bracket fitting 810.

[0035] In some examples, corner bracket fitting 808 is also referred to as a right corner bracket fitting, and corner bracket fitting 810 is also referred to as a left corner bracket fitting. In some examples, face panel 814 is also referred to as a right face panel, and face panel 818 is also referred to as a left face panel.

[0036] Referring now to Figure 9, a front view of a monument is shown, in accordance with an illustrative embodiment. View 900 is a front view of monument 902. Monument 902 takes the form of closet 903. In some examples, view 900 is a front view of monument 602 shown in Figures 6 and 7. In some examples, view 900 is a front view of monument 802 shown in Figure 8. In some examples, monument 902 may be installed within aircraft 100 shown in Figure 1. In some examples, monument 902 is an alternative to monument 202 shown in Figure 2. In some examples, monument 902 is an alternative to monument 300 shown in Figure 3. In some examples, monument 902 is an alternative to monument 402 shown in Figure 4. In some examples, monument 902 is an alternative to monument 502 shown in Figure 5.

[0037] Monument 902 has an attachment system 904 configured to attach Monument 902 to a seat track. Attachment system 904 includes a corner bracket fitting 906, a corner bracket fitting 908, and a filler panel 910. Corner bracket fitting 906 is coupled to face panel 912 and configured to connect the face panel to floor panel 914. Corner bracket fitting 908 is coupled to face panel 916 and configured to connect the face panel to floor panel 914. Filler panel 910 is connected to and configured to extend between corner bracket fitting 906 and corner bracket fitting 908. Monument 902 has a door 918 and a door 920. In view 900, some components of attachment system 904 are excluded for illustrative purposes. For example, the kick strip is excluded to make corner bracket fitting 906 and corner bracket fitting 908 more visible.

[0038] Corner bracket fitting 906 is also referred to as the right corner bracket fitting. In view 900, corner bracket fitting 906 has a face panel structure attachment that extends in and out of the page on the right side of corner bracket fitting 906. Corner bracket fitting 908 is also referred to as the left corner bracket fitting. In view 900, corner bracket fitting 908 has a face panel structure attachment that extends in and out of the page on the left side of corner bracket fitting 908.

[0039] Referring now to Figure 10, an interior view of a monument is shown in accordance with an illustrative embodiment. View 1000 is an interior view of monument 902 shown in Figure 9. View 1000 may also be referred to as a rear cross-sectional view. In view 1000, some components of mounting system 904 have been removed for illustrative purposes. For example, kick strips have been removed to better view corner bracket fitting 906 and corner bracket fitting 908.

[0040] In monument 902, a number of door strikes 1002 are connected to filler panel 910. The number of door strikes 1002 includes door strike 1004 and door strike 1006. Door strike 1004 secures door 918 in the closed position. Door strike 1006 secures door 920 in the closed position.

[0041] Referring now to FIG. 11 , an exploded perspective view of a monument is shown, in accordance with an illustrative embodiment. View 1100 is an exploded perspective view of monument 1102. Monument 1102 takes the form of closet 1103. In some examples, view 1100 is an exploded view of monument 202 shown in FIG. 2 . In some examples, view 1100 is an exploded view of monument 300 shown in FIG. 3 . In some examples, view 1100 is an exploded view of monument 402 shown in FIG. 4 . In some examples, view 1100 is an exploded view of monument 502 shown in FIG. 5 . In some examples, view 1100 is an exploded view of a portion of monument 602 shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 . Monument 1102 may be installed within aircraft 100 shown in FIG. 1 . In some examples, monument 1102 is an alternative example of monument 902 shown in FIGS. 9 and 10 .

[0042] Monument 1102 has an attachment system 1104 configured to attach the monument 1102 to a seat track. The attachment system 1104 includes a corner bracket fitting 1106, a corner bracket fitting 1108, and a filler panel 1110. The corner bracket fitting 1106 is coupled to a face panel 1112 and configured to connect the face panel to a floor panel 1114. The corner bracket fitting 1108 is coupled to a face panel 1116 and configured to connect the face panel to the floor panel 1114. The filler panel 1110 is configured to connect to and extend between the corner bracket fitting 1106 and the corner bracket fitting 1108. Monument 1102 has a door 1118.

[0043] The door 1118 has a hinge 1120 on a side 1122 associated with the corner bracket fitting 1106. The door 1118 swings outwardly away from the corner bracket fitting 1108 and toward the corner bracket fitting 1106. The door 1118 is fixed in a closed position by a door strike 1124. The door strike 1124 is fixed to the corner bracket fitting 1108.

[0044] In view 1100, a piece of trim 1126 is disposed. The trim piece 1126 is included in the attachment system 1104 and configured to cover the upper surfaces of each of the two corner bracket fittings, namely the corner bracket fitting 1108 and the corner bracket fitting 1106, and the filler panel 1110.

[0045] Next, referring to FIG. 12, a disassembled perspective rear view showing an attachment system according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. In some examples, attachment system 1200 is used to attach monument 202 to seat track 204. In some examples, attachment system 1200 is used to attach monument 300 to seat track 302. In some examples, attachment system 1200 is the same as attachment system 406 shown in FIG. 4. In some examples, attachment system 1200 is the same as attachment system 506 shown in FIG. 5. In some examples, attachment system 1200 is the same as attachment system 608 shown in FIG. 6. In some examples, attachment system 1200 is the same as attachment system 1104 shown in FIG. 11.

[0046] Attachment system 1200 includes a right corner bracket fitting 1202, a left corner bracket fitting 1204, and a filler panel 1206. Right corner bracket fitting 1202 is configured to couple to a right face panel and connect the right face panel to a floor panel. Left corner bracket fitting 1204 is configured to couple to a left face panel and connect the left face panel to a floor panel. Filler panel 1206 is configured to connect to and extend between right corner bracket fitting 1202 and left corner bracket fitting 1204.

[0047] In this example, attachment system 1200 further includes a kick strip 1208, a kick strip 1210, a trim 1212, and a door strike 1214. Kick strip 1208, kick strip 1210, and trim 1212 conceal the surfaces of right corner bracket fitting 1202, left corner bracket fitting 1204, and filler panel 1206. Also, kick strip 1208, kick strip 1210, and trim 1212 conceal the fasteners of attachment system 1200.

[0048] In the mounting system 1200, the door strike 1214 can be attached to either the right corner bracket fitting 1202 or the left corner bracket fitting 1204. As shown, the door strike 1214 is coupled to the left corner bracket fitting 1204.

[0049] In some examples, the right corner bracket fitting 1202 and the left corner bracket fitting 1204

[0050] Referring now to FIG. 13, a partially exploded perspective front view of a mounting system, according to an exemplary embodiment, is shown. View 1300 is a view of the mounting system 1200 shown in FIG. 12 partially assembled.

[0051] In view 1300, the filler panel 1206 is coupled to the right corner bracket fitting 1202 and the left corner bracket fitting 1204. The door strike 1214 is coupled to the left corner bracket fitting 1204. The kick strips 1208 and 1210 for hiding the right corner bracket fitting 1202 and the left corner bracket fitting 1204 are not yet attached.

[0052] FIGS. 14 - 21 show a pair of corner bracket fittings available for the mounting system. The corner bracket fittings shown in FIGS. 14 - 21 have a seat track interface selected based on the loads expected at the monument location on the platform. The corner bracket fittings shown in FIGS. 14 - 21 are interchangeable with each other in the mounting system. The pair of corner bracket fittings shown in FIGS. 14 - 21 are selected based on at least one of the monument location on the platform, the monument design, or the loads expected at the desired installation location.

[0053] Referring now to FIG. 14 , a perspective front view of a pair of corner bracket fittings of a mounting system is shown, according to an exemplary embodiment. Corner bracket fitting 1400 and corner bracket fitting 1402 are components of a mounting system for a monument. Corner bracket fitting 1400 and corner bracket fitting 1402 can be used with any desired type of monument, such as monument 202 shown in FIG. 2 , monument 300 shown in FIG. 3 , monument 402 shown in FIG. 4 , monument 502 shown in FIG. 5 , monument 602 shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 , monument 802 shown in FIG. 8 , monument 902 shown in FIGS. 9 and 10 , or monument 1102 shown in FIG. 11 . In some examples, corner bracket fitting 1400 and corner bracket fitting 1402 are components of mounting system 1200 shown in FIGS. 12 and 13 .

[0054] Corner bracket fitting 1400 is also referred to as the left bracket fitting. Corner bracket fitting 1402 is also referred to as the right bracket. In this example, corner bracket fitting 1400 and corner bracket fitting 1402 are mirror images of each other.

[0055] The corner bracket fitting 1400 includes a structure 1404 having a seat track interface 1406, a floor panel structural attachment 1408, a face panel structural attachment 1410, and a filler panel structural attachment 1412. The seat track interface 1406 includes a slot 1414 that extends perpendicular to a front surface 1416 of the corner bracket fitting 1400. The slot 1414 is provided to prevent undesirable load distribution with the floor structure. The slot 1414 allows a monument including the corner bracket fitting 1400 to avoid loading in the y-direction.

[0056] The floor panel structure attachment 1408 includes a flange 1418 extending from the structure 1404 in a direction 1420 parallel to the slots 1414. The floor panel structure attachment 1408 further includes a plurality of holes 1422 formed in the flange 1418, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The floor panel structure attachment 1408 can be fixed to a floor panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1422. The floor panel structure attachment 1408 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1424. The plurality of weep holes 1424 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the floor panel structure attachment 1408 and the floor panel.

[0057] The face panel structure attachment 1410 includes a flange 1426 that extends from the structure 1404 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 1408. When looking at the corner bracket fitting 1400 from the front face 1416, the face panel structure attachment 1410 is disposed on the left side of the structure 1404. The corner bracket fitting 1400 is also referred to as a left corner bracket fitting. The face panel structure attachment 1410 includes a plurality of holes 1428 formed in the flange 1426, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The face panel structure attachment 1410 can be fixed to a face panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1428. The face panel structure attachment 1410 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1430. The plurality of weep holes 1430 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the face panel structure attachment 1410 and the face panel.

[0058] The filler panel structure attachment 1412 includes a flange 1432 that extends from the structure 1404 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 1410 and the floor panel structure attachment 1408. The filler panel structure attachment 1412 includes a plurality of holes 1434 formed in the flange 1432, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The filler panel structure attachment 1412 can be fixed to a filler panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1434. The filler panel structure attachment 1412 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1436. The plurality of weep holes 1436 allow an adhesive to flow out from between the filler panel structure attachment 1412 and the filler panel.

[0059] The corner bracket fitting 1402 includes a structure 1438 having a seat track interface 1440, a floor panel structure attachment 1442, a face panel structure attachment 1444, and a filler panel structure attachment 1446. The seat track interface 1440 includes a slot 1448 that extends perpendicular to the front face 1450 of the corner bracket fitting 1402. The slot 1448 is provided to prevent undesirable load distribution with the floor structure. The slot 1448 allows a monument including the corner bracket fitting 1402 to be free of load in the y direction.

[0060] The floor panel structural attachment 1442 includes a flange 1452 extending from the structure 1438 in a direction 1454 parallel to the slot 1448. The floor panel structural attachment 1442 further includes a plurality of holes 1456 formed in the flange 1452, which are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The floor panel structural attachment 1442 can be secured to a floor panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1456. The floor panel structural attachment 1442 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1458. The plurality of weep holes 1458 allow adhesive to flow from between the floor panel structural attachment 1442 and the floor panel.

[0061] The face panel structural attachment 1444 includes a flange 1460 that extends from the structure 1438 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structural attachment 1442. When viewing the corner bracket fitting 1402 from the front side 1450, the face panel structural attachment 1444 is located on the right side of the structure 1438. The corner bracket fitting 1402 is also referred to as a right corner bracket fitting. The face panel structural attachment 1444 includes a plurality of holes 1462 formed in the flange 1460 that are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The face panel structural attachment 1444 can be secured to a face panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners that pass through the plurality of holes 1462. The face panel structural attachment 1444 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1464. The plurality of weep holes 1464 allow adhesive to flow between the face panel structural attachment 1444 and the face panel.

[0062] The filler panel structural attachment 1446 includes a flange 1466 that extends from the structure 1438 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structural attachment 1444 and the floor panel structural attachment 1442. The filler panel structural attachment 1446 includes a plurality of holes 1468 formed in the flange 1466 that are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The fasteners that pass through the plurality of holes 1468 can secure the filler panel structural attachment 1446 to a filler panel (not shown). The filler panel structural attachment 1446 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1470. The plurality of weep holes 1470 allow adhesive to flow from between the filler panel structural attachment 1446 and the filler panel.

[0063] The illustrations of corner bracket fitting 1400 and corner bracket fitting 1402 in FIG. 14 are not meant to imply physical or architectural limitations to the manner in which an example embodiment may be implemented. Other components in addition to or in place of the illustrated components may be used. Some components may not be required. For example, at least one of weep holes 1424, weep holes 1430, or weep holes 1436 is optional.

[0064] Referring now to FIG. 15 , a perspective rear view of a pair of corner bracket fittings of a mounting system is shown, according to an exemplary embodiment. View 1500 is a perspective rear view of corner bracket fitting 1400 and corner bracket fitting 1402. Corner bracket fitting 1400 has connector 1502 attached to structure 1404. Corner bracket fitting 1402 has connector 1504 attached to structure 1438. Connector 1502 is configured to connect to a door strike. Connector 1502 is a component of a built-in door strike. Connector 1502 corresponds to a front or rear door. In some examples, connector 1502 is hidden from view by a kick strip when not in use. Connector 1502 includes a predetermined number of tapped holes 1503 for receiving a predetermined number of helical coils. Once the predetermined number of helical coils are received in the predetermined number of tapped holes 1503, the door strike is mechanically secured to corner bracket fitting 1400.

[0065] The connector 1504 is configured to connect to a door strike. The connector 1504 is a built-in door strike component. The connector 1504 is compatible with front or rear doors. In some examples, the connector 1504 is hidden from view by a kick strip when not in use. The connector 1504 includes a number of tapped holes 1505 for receiving a number of helical coils. Once the number of helical coils is received in the number of tapped holes 1505, the door strike is mechanically secured to the corner bracket fitting 1402.

[0066] Referring now to FIG. 16 , a perspective front view of a pair of corner bracket fittings of a mounting system is shown, according to an exemplary embodiment. Corner bracket fitting 1600 and corner bracket fitting 1602 are components of a mounting system for a monument. Corner bracket fitting 1600 and corner bracket fitting 1602 can be used with any desired type of monument, such as monument 202 shown in FIG. 2 , monument 300 shown in FIG. 3 , monument 402 shown in FIG. 4 , monument 502 shown in FIG. 5 , monument 602 shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 , monument 802 shown in FIG. 8 , monument 902 shown in FIGS. 9 and 10 , or monument 1102 shown in FIG. 11 . In some examples, corner bracket fitting 1600 and corner bracket fitting 1602 are components of mounting system 1200 shown in FIGS. 12 and 13 . In some examples, corner bracket fitting 1600 is the same as corner bracket fitting 1400 shown in FIGS. 14 and 15 . Corner bracket fitting 1602 has an alternative design to corner bracket fitting 1402 shown in FIGS.

[0067] Corner bracket fitting 1600 is also referred to as the left bracket fitting. Corner bracket fitting 1602 is also referred to as the right bracket. In this example, corner bracket fitting 1600 and corner bracket fitting 1602 are mirror images of each other.

[0068] The corner bracket fitting 1600 includes a structure 1604 having a seat track interface 1606, a floor panel structural attachment 1608, a face panel structural attachment 1610, and a filler panel structural attachment 1612. The seat track interface 1606 includes a slot 1614 that extends perpendicular to the front surface 1616 of the corner bracket fitting 1600. The slot 1614 is provided to prevent undesirable load distribution with the floor structure. The slot 1614 allows a monument including the corner bracket fitting 1600 to avoid loading in the y-direction.

[0069] The floor panel structural attachment 1608 includes a flange 1618 extending from the structure 1604 in a direction 1620 parallel to the slot 1614. The floor panel structural attachment 1608 further includes a plurality of holes 1622 formed in the flange 1618, which are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The floor panel structural attachment 1608 can be secured to a floor panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1622. The floor panel structural attachment 1608 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1624. The plurality of weep holes 1624 allow adhesive to flow from between the floor panel structural attachment 1608 and the floor panel.

[0070] The face panel structure attachment 1610 includes a flange 1626 that extends from the structure 1604 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 1608. When looking at the corner bracket fitting 1600 from the front face 1616, the face panel structure attachment 1610 is disposed on the left side of the structure 1604. The corner bracket fitting 1600 is also referred to as the left corner bracket fitting. The face panel structure attachment 1610 includes a plurality of holes 1628 formed in the flange 1626, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The face panel structure attachment 1610 can be fixed to a face panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1628. The face panel structure attachment 1610 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1630. The plurality of weep holes 1630 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the face panel structure attachment 1610 and the face panel.

[0071] The filler panel structure attachment 1612 includes a flange 1632 that extends from the structure 1604 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 1610 and the floor panel structure attachment 1608. The filler panel structure attachment 1612 includes a plurality of holes 1634 formed in the flange 1632, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The filler panel structure attachment 1612 can be fixed to a filler panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1634. The filler panel structure attachment 1612 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1636. The plurality of weep holes 1636 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the filler panel structure attachment 1612 and the filler panel.

[0072] The corner bracket fitting 1602 includes a structure 1638 having a seat track interface 1640, a floor panel structural attachment 1642, a face panel structural attachment 1644, and a filler panel structural attachment 1646. The seat track interface 1640 includes a cylindrical passage 1648. The cylindrical passage 1648 extends through the structure 1638. A centerline 1649 of the cylindrical passage 1648 is parallel to a front surface 1650 of the corner bracket fitting 1602.

[0073] The floor panel structural attachment 1642 includes a flange 1652 extending in a direction 1654 away from the front face 1650 of the structure 1638. When viewing the corner bracket fitting 1602 from the front face 1650, the face panel structural attachment 1644 is located on the right side of the structure 1638. The corner bracket fitting 1602 is also referred to as a right corner bracket fitting. The floor panel structural attachment 1642 further includes a plurality of holes 1656 formed in the flange 1652, which are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The floor panel structural attachment 1642 can be secured to a floor panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1656. The floor panel structural attachment 1642 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1658. The plurality of weep holes 1658 allow adhesive to flow between the floor panel structural attachment 1642 and the floor panel.

[0074] The face panel structure attachment 1644 includes a flange 1660 that extends from the structure 1638 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 1642. The face panel structure attachment 1644 includes a plurality of holes 1662 formed in the flange 1660, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The face panel structure attachment 1644 can be fixed to a face panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1662. The face panel structure attachment 1644 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1664. The plurality of weep holes 1664 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the face panel structure attachment 1644 and the face panel.

[0075] The filler panel structure attachment 1646 includes a flange 1666 that extends from the structure 1638 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 1644 and the floor panel structure attachment 1642. The filler panel structure attachment 1646 includes a plurality of holes 1668 formed in the flange 1666, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The filler panel structure attachment 1646 can be fixed to a filler panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1668. The filler panel structure attachment 1646 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1670. The plurality of weep holes 1670 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the filler panel structure attachment 1646 and the filler panel.

[0076] The illustrations of corner bracket fitting 1600 and corner bracket fitting 1602 in FIG. 16 are not meant to imply physical or architectural limitations to the manner in which an example embodiment may be implemented. Other components in addition to or in place of the illustrated components may be used. Some components may not be required. For example, at least one of weep holes 1624, weep holes 1630, or weep holes 1636 is optional.

[0077] Referring now to FIG. 17 , a perspective rear view of a pair of corner bracket fittings of a mounting system is shown, according to an exemplary embodiment. View 1700 is a perspective rear view of corner bracket fitting 1600 and corner bracket fitting 1602. Corner bracket fitting 1600 has a connector 1702 attached to structure 1604. Corner bracket fitting 1602 has a connector 1704 attached to structure 1638. Connector 1702 is configured to connect to a door strike. Connector 1702 is a component of a built-in door strike. Connector 1702 corresponds to a front or rear door. In some examples, connector 1702 is hidden from view by a kick strip when not in use. Connector 1702 includes multiple tapped holes 1703 for receiving multiple helical coils. Once a predetermined number of helical coils are received in the tapped holes 1703, the door strike is mechanically secured to corner bracket fitting 1600.

[0078] The connector 1704 is configured to connect to a door strike. The connector 1704 is a built-in door strike component. The connector 1704 is compatible with front or rear doors. In some examples, the connector 1704 is hidden from view by a kick strip when not in use. The connector 1704 includes a number of tapped holes 1705 for receiving a number of helical coils. Once the number of helical coils is received in the number of tapped holes 1705, the door strike is mechanically secured to the corner bracket fitting 1602.

[0079] Referring now to FIG. 18 , a perspective front view of a pair of corner bracket fittings of a mounting system is shown, according to an exemplary embodiment. Corner bracket fitting 1800 and corner bracket fitting 1802 are components of a mounting system for a monument. Corner bracket fitting 1800 and corner bracket fitting 1802 can be used with any desired type of monument, such as monument 202 shown in FIG. 2 , monument 300 shown in FIG. 3 , monument 402 shown in FIG. 4 , monument 502 shown in FIG. 5 , monument 602 shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 , monument 802 shown in FIG. 8 , monument 902 shown in FIGS. 9 and 10 , or monument 1102 shown in FIG. 11 . In some examples, corner bracket fitting 1800 and corner bracket fitting 1802 are components of mounting system 1200 shown in FIGS. 12 and 13 . In some examples, corner bracket fitting 1800 is the same as corner bracket fitting 1400 shown in FIGS. 14 and 15 . Corner bracket fitting 1802 has an alternative design to corner bracket fitting 1402 shown in FIGS.

[0080] The corner bracket fitting 1800 is also called the left bracket fitting. The corner bracket fitting 1802 is also called the right bracket. In this example, the corner bracket fitting 1800 and the corner bracket fitting 1802 are in a mirror image relationship with each other.

[0081] The corner bracket fitting 1800 includes a structure 1804 having a seat track interface 1806, a floor panel structure attachment 1808, a face panel structure attachment 1810, and a filler panel structure attachment 1812. The seat track interface 1806 includes a cylindrical passage 1814. The cylindrical passage 1814 passes through the structure 1804. The center line 1815 of the cylindrical passage 1814 is parallel to the front face 1816 of the corner bracket fitting 1800.

[0082] The floor panel structure attachment 1808 includes a flange 1818 that extends in the direction 1820 away from the front face 1816 of the structure 1804. The floor panel structure attachment 1808 includes a flange 1818 extending from the structure 1804. The floor panel structure attachment 1808 further includes a plurality of holes 1822 formed in the flange 1818, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The floor panel structure attachment 1808 can be fixed to a floor panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1822. The floor panel structure attachment 1808 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1824. The plurality of weep holes 1824 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the floor panel structure attachment 1808 and the floor panel.

[0083] The face panel structural attachment 1810 includes a flange 1826 that extends from the structure 1804 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structural attachment 1808. When viewing the corner bracket fitting 1800 from the front side 1816, the face panel structural attachment 1810 is located on the left side of the structure 1804. The corner bracket fitting 1800 is also referred to as a left corner bracket fitting. The face panel structural attachment 1810 includes a plurality of holes 1828 formed in the flange 1826 that are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The face panel structural attachment 1810 can be secured to a face panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners that pass through the plurality of holes 1828. The face panel structural attachment 1810 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1830. The plurality of weep holes 1830 allow adhesive to flow between the face panel structural attachment 1810 and the face panel.

[0084] The filler panel structural attachment 1812 includes a flange 1832 that extends from the structure 1804 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structural attachment 1810 and the floor panel structural attachment 1808. The filler panel structural attachment 1812 includes a plurality of holes 1834 formed in the flange 1832 that are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The plurality of fasteners that pass through the plurality of holes 1834 can secure the filler panel structural attachment 1812 to a filler panel (not shown). The filler panel structural attachment 1812 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1836. The plurality of weep holes 1836 can allow adhesive to flow from between the filler panel structural attachment 1812 and the filler panel.

[0085] The corner bracket fitting 1802 includes a structure 1838 having a seat track interface 1840, a floor panel structure attachment 1842, a face panel structure attachment 1844, and a filler panel structure attachment 1846. The seat track interface 1840 includes a slot 1848 that extends perpendicular to the front face 1850 of the corner bracket fitting 1802. The slot 1848 is provided to prevent undesirable load distribution with the floor structure. By means of the slot 1848, the monument including the corner bracket fitting 1802 can be prevented from applying a load in the y direction.

[0086] The floor panel structure attachment 1842 includes a flange 1852 that extends from the structure 1838 in a direction 1854 parallel to the slot 1848. The floor panel structure attachment 1842 further includes a plurality of holes 1856 formed in the flange 1852, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The floor panel structure attachment 1842 can be fixed to a floor panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 1856. The floor panel structure attachment 1842 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1858. The plurality of weep holes 1858 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the floor panel structure attachment 1842 and the floor panel.

[0087] The face panel structure attachment 1844 includes a flange 1860 that extends from the structure 1838 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 1842. When looking at the corner bracket fitting 1802 from the front face 1850, the face panel structure attachment 1844 is disposed on the right side of the structure 1838. The corner bracket fitting 1802 is also referred to as the right corner bracket fitting. The face panel structure attachment 1844 includes a plurality of holes 1862 formed in the flange 1860, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The face panel structure attachment 1844 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1864. The plurality of weep holes 1864 allows an adhesive to flow between the face panel structure attachment 1844 and the face panel.

[0088] The filler panel structure attachment 1846 includes a flange 1866 that extends from the structure 1838 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 1844 and the floor panel structure attachment 1842. The filler panel structure attachment 1846 includes a plurality of holes 1868 formed in the flange 1866, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The filler panel structure attachment 1846 also includes a plurality of weep holes 1870. The plurality of weep holes 1870 allows an adhesive to flow between the filler panel structure attachment 1846 and the filler panel.

[0089] The illustrations of corner bracket fitting 1800 and corner bracket fitting 1802 in FIG. 18 are not intended to imply physical or architectural limitations to the manner in which an example embodiment may be implemented. Other components in addition to or in place of the illustrated components may be used. Some components may not be required. For example, at least one of weep holes 1824, weep holes 1830, or weep holes 1836 is optional.

[0090] Referring now to FIG. 19 , a perspective rear view of a pair of corner bracket fittings of a mounting system is shown, according to an exemplary embodiment. View 1900 is a perspective rear view of corner bracket fitting 1800 and corner bracket fitting 1802. Corner bracket fitting 1800 has connector 1902 attached to structure 1804. Corner bracket fitting 1802 has connector 1904 attached to structure 1838. Connector 1902 is configured to connect to a door strike. Connector 1902 is a component of a built-in door strike. Connector 1902 corresponds to a front or rear door. In some examples, connector 1902 is hidden from view by a kick strip when not in use. Connector 1902 includes a number of tapped holes 1903 for receiving a number of helical coils. Once the number of helical coils is received in the number of tapped holes 1903, the door strike is mechanically secured to corner bracket fitting 1800.

[0091] Connector 1904 is configured to connect to a door strike. Connector 1904 is a factory-installed door strike component. Connector 1904 is compatible with front or rear doors. In some examples, Connector 1904 is hidden so as not to be visible in the kick strip when not in use. Connector 1904 includes a predetermined number of tapped holes 1905 for receiving a predetermined number of helical coils. When a predetermined number of helical coils are received in the predetermined number of tapped holes 1905, the door strike is mechanically fixed to the corner bracket fitting 1802.

[0092] Referring now to FIG. 20, a perspective front view is shown of a pair of corner bracket fittings of a mounting system according to an exemplary embodiment. Corner bracket fitting 2000 and corner bracket fitting 2002 are components of a monument mounting system. Corner bracket fitting 2000 and corner bracket fitting 2002 can be used with any desired type of monument, such as monument 202 shown in FIG. 2, monument 300 shown in FIG. 3, monument 402 shown in FIG. 4, monument 502 shown in FIG. 5, monument 602 shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, monument 802 shown in FIG. 8, monument 902 shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, or monument 1102 shown in FIG. 11. In some examples, corner bracket fitting 2000 and corner bracket fitting 2002 are components of mounting system 1200 shown in FIGS. 12 and 13. In some examples, corner bracket fitting 2000 is the same as corner bracket fitting 1400 shown in FIGS. 14 and 15. Corner bracket fitting 2002 has an alternative design to corner bracket fitting 1402 shown in FIGS. 14 and 15.

[0093] The corner bracket fitting 2000 is also called the left bracket fitting. The corner bracket fitting 2002 is also called the right bracket. In this example, the corner bracket fitting 2000 and the corner bracket fitting 2002 are in a mirror image relationship with each other.

[0094] The corner bracket fitting 2000 includes a structure 2004 having a seat track interface 2006, a floor panel structure attachment 2008, a face panel structure attachment 2010, and a filler panel structure attachment 2012. The seat track interface 2006 includes a cylindrical passage 2014. The cylindrical passage 2014 passes through the structure 2004. The center line 2015 of the cylindrical passage 2014 is parallel to the front face 2016 of the corner bracket fitting 2000.

[0095] The floor panel structure attachment 2008 includes a flange 2018 that extends in the direction 2020 away from the front face 2016 of the structure 2004. The floor panel structure attachment 2008 includes a flange 2018 that extends from the structure 2004. The floor panel structure attachment 2008 further includes a plurality of holes 2022 formed in the flange 2018, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The floor panel structure attachment 2008 can be fixed to a floor panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 2022. The floor panel structure attachment 2008 also includes a plurality of weep holes 2024. The plurality of weep holes 2024 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the floor panel structure attachment 2008 and the floor panel.

[0096] The face panel structure attachment 2010 includes a flange 2026 that extends from the structure 2004 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 2008. When viewing the corner bracket fitting 2000 from the front face 2016, the face panel structure attachment 2010 is disposed on the left side of the structure 2004. The corner bracket fitting 2000 is also referred to as the left corner bracket fitting. The face panel structure attachment 2010 includes a plurality of holes 2028 formed in the flange 2026, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The face panel structure attachment 2010 can be fixed to a face panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 2028. The face panel structure attachment 2010 also includes a plurality of weep holes 2030. The plurality of weep holes 2030 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the face panel structure attachment 2010 and the face panel.

[0097] The filler panel structure attachment 2012 includes a flange 2032 that extends from the structure 2004 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 2010 and the floor panel structure attachment 2008. The filler panel structure attachment 2012 includes a plurality of holes 2034 formed in the flange 2032, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The filler panel structure attachment 2012 can be fixed to a filler panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 2034. The filler panel structure attachment 2012 also includes a plurality of weep holes 2036. The plurality of weep holes 2036 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the filler panel structure attachment 2012 and the filler panel.

[0098] The corner bracket fitting 2002 includes a structure 2038 having a seat track interface 2040, a floor panel structure attachment 2042, a face panel structure attachment 2044, and a filler panel structure attachment 2046. The seat track interface 2040 includes a cylindrical passage 2048. The cylindrical passage 2048 passes through the structure 2038. The center line 2049 of the cylindrical passage 2048 is parallel to the front face 2050 of the corner bracket fitting 2002.

[0099] The floor panel structure attachment 2042 includes a flange 2052 extending from the structure 2038 in the direction 2054. The floor panel structure attachment 2042 further includes a plurality of holes 2056 formed in the flange 2052, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The floor panel structure attachment 2042 can be fixed to a floor panel (not shown) by a plurality of fasteners passing through the plurality of holes 2056. The floor panel structure attachment 2042 also includes a plurality of weep holes 2058. The plurality of weep holes 2058 can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the floor panel structure attachment 2042 and the floor panel.

[0100] The face panel structure attachment 2044 includes a flange 2060 that extends from the structure 2038 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 2042. When looking at the corner bracket fitting 2002 from the front face 2050, the face panel structure attachment 2044 is disposed on the right side of the structure 2038. The corner bracket fitting 2002 is also referred to as the right corner bracket fitting. The face panel structure attachment 2044 includes a plurality of holes 2062 formed in the flange 2060, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The face panel structure attachment 2044 also includes a plurality of weep holes 2064. The plurality of weep holes 2064 allows adhesive to flow between the face panel structure attachment 2044 and the face panel.

[0101] The filler panel structure attachment 2046 includes a flange 2066 that extends from the structure 2038 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 2044 and the floor panel structure attachment 2042. The filler panel structure attachment 2046 includes a plurality of holes 2068 formed in the flange 2066, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. The filler panel structure attachment 2046 also includes a plurality of weep holes 2070. The plurality of weep holes 2070 allows adhesive to flow between the filler panel structure attachment 2046 and the filler panel.

[0102] The description of the corner bracket fittings 2000 and 2002 shown in FIG. 18 does not impose physical or structural limitations on the manner of implementing the exemplary embodiments. In addition to, or in place of, the illustrated components, other components may be used. Some components may not be needed. For example, at least one of the plurality of weep holes 202 , the plurality of weep holes 2030, or the plurality of weep holes 2036 is optional.

[0103] Next, referring to FIG. 21, a perspective rear view of a pair of corner bracket fittings of the mounting system according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 2100 is a perspective rear view showing the corner bracket fitting 2000 and the corner bracket fitting 2002. The corner bracket fitting 2000 has a connector 2102 on a structure 2004. The corner bracket fitting 2002 has a connector 2104 on a structure 2038. The connector 2102 is configured to connect to a door strike. The connector 2102 is a factory-installed door strike component. The connector 2102 corresponds to a front or rear door. In some examples, the connector 2102 is hidden so as not to be visible in the kick strip when not in use. The connector 2102 includes a predetermined number of tapped holes 2103 for receiving a predetermined number of helical coils. When a predetermined number of helical coils are received in the predetermined number of tapped holes 2103, the door strike is mechanically fixed to the corner bracket fitting 2000.

[0104] The connector 2104 is configured to connect to the door strike. The connector 2104 is a factory - installed door strike component. The connector 2104 is compatible with the front or rear door. In some examples, the connector 2104 is hidden so as not to be visible in the kick strip when not in use. The connector 2104 includes a predetermined number of tapped holes 2105 for receiving a predetermined number of helical coils. When a predetermined number of helical coils are received in the predetermined number of tapped holes 2105, the door strike is mechanically fixed to the corner bracket fitting 2002.

[0105] Next, referring to FIG. 22, an upper front perspective view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. The corner bracket fitting 2200 can be used to attach a monument to the aircraft 100 shown in FIG. 1. The corner bracket fitting 2200 can be used to attach the monument 202 shown in FIG. 2. The corner bracket fitting 2200 can be used to attach the monument 300 to the seat track 302 shown in FIG. 3. The corner bracket fitting 2200 may be the same as the left corner bracket fitting 410 shown in FIG. 4. The corner bracket fitting 2200 may be the same as the left corner bracket fitting 510 shown in FIG. 5. The corner bracket fitting 2200 may be the same as at least one of the corner bracket fittings 614 shown in FIG. 6. The corner bracket fitting 2200 may be the same as the corner bracket fitting 908 shown in FIG. 9. The corner bracket fitting 2200 may be the same as the corner bracket fitting 1108 shown in FIG. 11. The corner bracket fitting 2200 may be the same as the left corner bracket fitting 1204 shown in FIGS. 12 and 13. The corner bracket fitting 2200 may be the same as the corner bracket fitting 1400 shown in FIGS. 14 and 15. The corner bracket fitting 2200 may be the same as the corner bracket fitting 1600 shown in FIGS. 16 and 17.

[0106] The corner bracket fitting 2200 includes a structure 2202 having a seat track interface 2204, a floor panel structure attachment 2206, a face panel structure attachment 2208, and a filler panel structure attachment 2210. The structure 2202 may sometimes be referred to as a frame.

[0107] In this example, the seat track interface 2204 includes a slot 2212 that extends perpendicular to the front face 2214 of the corner bracket fitting 2200. In other examples, the seat track interface 2204 includes a cylindrical passage. In these examples (not shown), the cylindrical passage passes through the structure 2202. In these examples (not shown), the centerline of the cylindrical passage is parallel to the front face 2214 of the corner bracket fitting 2200.

[0108] The corner bracket fitting 2200 is a left corner bracket fitting. The corner bracket fitting 2200 is configured to couple a left face panel to a floor panel.

[0109] The floor panel structure attachment 2206 includes a flange 2216 that extends from the structure 2202 in a direction 2218 parallel to the slot 2212. The face panel structure attachment 2208 includes a flange 2220 that extends from the structure 2202 and is substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 2206.

[0110] The filler panel structure attachment 2210 includes a flange 2222 that extends from the structure 2202 and is substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 2208 and the floor panel structure attachment 2206.

[0111] Next, referring to FIG. 23, an upper rear perspective view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 2300 is an upper rear perspective view showing the corner bracket fitting 2200.

[0112] Next, referring to FIG. 24, a front view of a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 2400 is a front view showing the corner bracket fitting 2200. In view 2400, a plurality of holes 2402 formed in the flange 2222 are shown. The filler panel structure attachment 2210 includes a plurality of holes 2402 formed in the flange 2222, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. By passing a plurality of fasteners (not shown) through the plurality of holes 2402, the corner bracket fitting 2200 can be coupled to a filler panel (not shown). As shown, the filler panel structure attachment 2210 further includes a plurality of weep holes 2404. In some examples, an adhesive is applied between the filler panel structure attachment 2210 and the filler panel to adhere the filler panel structure attachment 2210 to the filler panel. The plurality of weep holes 2404 can allow the adhesive to flow out from between the filler panel structure attachment 2210 and the filler panel.

[0113] Next, referring to FIG. 25, a rear view of a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 2502 is a rear view showing the corner bracket fitting 2200. In view 2502 of the corner bracket fitting 2200, a connector 2500 of the structure 2202 is shown. The connector 2500 is configured to connect to a door strike. The connector 2500 includes a predetermined number of tapped holes 2504 for receiving a predetermined number of helical coils.

[0114] Next, referring to FIG. 26, a rear view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 2600 is a rear view showing the corner bracket fitting 2200. The floor panel structure attachment 2206 further includes a plurality of holes 2602 formed in the flange 2216, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. By passing a plurality of fasteners (not shown) through the plurality of holes 2602, the corner bracket fitting 2200 can be coupled to a floor panel (not shown).

[0115] As shown, the floor panel structure attachment 2206 further includes a plurality of weep holes 2604. In some examples, an adhesive is applied between the floor panel structure attachment 2206 and a floor panel (not shown) to adhere the floor panel structure attachment 2206 to the floor panel. The plurality of weep holes 2604 can allow the adhesive to flow out from between the floor panel structure attachment 2206 and the floor panel.

[0116] Next, referring to FIG. 27, a top view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 2700 is a top view showing the corner bracket fitting 2200.

[0117] Next, referring to FIG. 28, a left side view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 2800 is a left side view showing the corner bracket fitting 2200. The face panel structure attachment 2208 further includes a plurality of holes 2802 formed in the flange 2220, and these holes are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. By passing a plurality of fasteners (not shown) through the plurality of holes 2802, the corner bracket fitting 2200 can be coupled to a face panel (not shown).

[0118] As shown in the illustration, the face panel structure attachment 2208 further includes a plurality of weep holes 2804. In some examples, an adhesive is applied between the face panel structure attachment 2208 and a face panel (not shown) to adhere the face panel structure attachment 2208 to the face panel. The plurality of weep holes 2804 can allow the adhesive to flow out from between the face panel structure attachment 2208 and the face panel.

[0119] Referring now to FIG. 29, a right side view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 2900 is a right side view showing the corner bracket fitting 2200.

[0120] Referring now to FIG. 30 , a top front perspective view is shown illustrating a corner bracket fitting, according to an exemplary embodiment. Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be used to attach a monument to aircraft 100 shown in FIG. 1 . Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be used to attach monument 202 shown in FIG. 2 . Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be used to attach monument 300 to seat track 302 shown in FIG. 3 . Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as right corner bracket fitting 408 shown in FIG. 4 . Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as right corner bracket fitting 508 shown in FIG. 5 . Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as at least one of corner bracket fittings 612 shown in FIG. 6 . Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as corner bracket fitting 808 shown in FIG. 9 . Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as corner bracket fitting 906 shown in FIG. 9 . Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as corner bracket fitting 1106 shown in Figure 11. Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as right corner bracket fitting 1202 shown in Figures 12 and 13. Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as corner bracket fitting 1402 shown in Figures 14 and 15. Corner bracket fitting 3000 may be the same as corner bracket fitting 1802 shown in Figures 18 and 19.

[0121] 31, an upper rear perspective view of a corner bracket fitting is shown, according to an exemplary embodiment. View 3100 is an upper rear perspective view of corner bracket fitting 3000.

[0122] Next, referring to FIG. 32, a front view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 3200 is a front view showing corner bracket fitting 3000.

[0123] Next, referring to FIG. 33, a rear view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 3300 is a rear view showing corner bracket fitting 3000.

[0124] Next, referring to FIG. 34, a bottom view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 3400 is a bottom view showing corner bracket fitting 3000.

[0125] Next, referring to FIG. 35, a top view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 3500 is a top view showing corner bracket fitting 3000.

[0126] Next, referring to FIG. 36, a left side view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 3600 is a left side view showing corner bracket fitting 3000.

[0127] Next, referring to FIG. 37, a right side view showing a corner bracket fitting according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. View 3700 is a right side view showing corner bracket fitting 3000.

[0128] Referring to FIG. 38, a block diagram of a platform capable of implementing an exemplary embodiment is shown. In this example, platform 3800 shown in FIG. 38 is shown in block form to illustrate various components of one or more exemplary embodiments. Platform 3800 takes the form of any desired vehicle. In some examples, platform 3800 takes the form of an aircraft 3802.

[0129] An example of the platform 3800 has been described in relation to the aircraft 3802. However, the exemplary embodiments are applicable to other vehicles other than the aircraft 3802, such as, but not limited to, submarines, personnel carriers, tanks, trains, automobiles, buses, spacecraft, surface ships, or other suitable vehicles.

[0130] The platform 3800 has a monument 3804 fixed to the seat track 3806. The monument 3804 includes a floor panel 3808, a face panel 3810 perpendicular to the floor panel 3808, a face panel 3812 perpendicular to the floor panel 3808, and a mounting system 3814 connecting the floor panel 3808, the face panel 3810, and the face panel 3812. The mounting system 3814 includes a corner bracket fitting 3816 connecting the face panel 3812 to the floor panel 3808, a corner bracket fitting 3818 connecting the face panel 3810 to the floor panel 3808, and a filler panel 3820 connecting to and extending between the corner bracket fitting 3816 and the corner bracket fitting 3818.

[0131] The mounting system 308 shown in FIG. 3, the mounting system 406 shown in FIG. 4, the mounting system 506 shown in FIG. 5, the mounting system 608 or mounting system 610 shown in FIG. 6, the mounting system 806 shown in FIG. 8, the mounting system 904 shown in FIG. 9, the mounting system 1104 shown in FIG. 11, or the mounting system 1200 shown in FIG. 12 may all be physical embodiments of the mounting system 3814. The left corner bracket fitting 410 shown in FIG. 4, the left corner bracket fitting 510 shown in FIG. 5, the corner bracket fitting 614 shown in FIG. 6, the corner bracket fitting 626 shown in FIG. 6, the corner bracket fitting 810 shown in FIG. 8, the corner bracket fitting 908 shown in FIG. 9, the corner bracket fitting 1108 shown in FIG. 11, the left corner bracket fitting 1204 shown in FIG. 12, the corner bracket fitting 1400 shown in FIG. 14, the corner bracket fitting 1600 shown in FIG. 16, the corner bracket fitting 1800 shown in FIG. 18, the corner bracket fitting 2000 shown in FIG. 20, or the corner bracket fitting 2200 shown in FIG. 22 may all be physical embodiments of the corner bracket fitting 3816 or the corner bracket fitting 3818. The right corner bracket fitting 408 shown in FIG. 4, the right corner bracket fitting 508 shown in FIG. 5, the corner bracket fitting 612 shown in FIG. 6, the corner bracket fitting 624 shown in FIG. 6, the corner bracket fitting 808 shown in FIG. 8, the corner bracket fitting 906 shown in FIG. 9, the corner bracket fitting 1106 shown in FIG. 11, the right corner bracket fitting 1202 shown in FIG. 12, the corner bracket fitting 1402 shown in FIG. 14, the corner bracket fitting 1602 shown in FIG. 16, the corner bracket fitting 1802 shown in FIG. 18, the corner bracket fitting 2002 shown in FIG. 20 may all be physical embodiments of the corner bracket fitting 3816 or the corner bracket fitting 3818.

[0132] In some examples, one of the corner bracket fittings 3816 or 3818 is also referred to as the right corner bracket fitting, and the other of the corner bracket fittings 3816 or 3818 is also referred to as the left corner bracket fitting. The corner bracket fittings 3816 and 3818 are referred to as "right" or "left" based on the position of the respective face panel structure attachment to the front face of each corner bracket fitting.

[0133] The monument 3804 takes any desired form. In some examples, the monument 3804 is any one of the lavatory 3822, closet 3824, or galley 3826 of the aircraft 3802. The width of the monument 3804 having the attachment system 3814 may be narrower compared to monuments having a conventional attachment system. In some examples, the monument 3804 having the attachment system 3814 is assembled in a shorter time compared to monuments having a conventional attachment system.

[0134] In some examples, the attachment system 3814 further includes a predetermined number of door strikes 3828 that connect to one of the corner bracket fittings 3816, corner bracket fittings 3818, or filler panel 3820. The predetermined number of door strikes 3828 connect to a predetermined number of doors 3830 of the monument 3804. The predetermined number of doors 3830 are parallel to the filler panel 3820. The predetermined number of doors 3830 are configured to engage with the predetermined number of door strikes 3828. When the predetermined number of doors 3830 is a single door, the predetermined number of door strikes 3828 is a single door strike.

[0135] In some examples, a predetermined number of door strikes 3828 are a single door strike connected to a connector 3832 of a structure 3834 of a right corner bracket fitting 3816. The connector 3832 is configured to connect to the door strike. The connector 3832 is a factory - installed door strike component. The connector 3832 corresponds to a front or rear door. In some examples, the connector 3832 includes a predetermined number of tapped holes for receiving a predetermined number of helical coils. When a predetermined number of tapped holes are provided and a predetermined number of helical coils are received in the tapped holes, the door strike is mechanically fixed to the corner bracket fitting 3816.

[0136] In some examples, a predetermined number of door strikes 3828 are a single door strike connected to a connector 3836 of a structure 3838 of a corner bracket fitting 3818. The connector 3836 is configured to connect to the door strike. The connector 3836 is a factory - installed door strike component. The connector 3836 corresponds to a front or rear door. In some examples, the connector 3836 includes a predetermined number of tapped holes for receiving a predetermined number of helical coils. When a predetermined number of tapped holes are provided and a predetermined number of helical coils are received in the tapped holes, the door strike is mechanically fixed to the corner bracket fitting 3818.

[0137] In some examples, a predetermined number of doors 3830 include two doors. In some examples, when the predetermined number of doors 3830 includes two doors, the predetermined number of door strikes 3828 includes two door strikes connected to a filler panel 3820.

[0138] In some examples, the corner bracket fittings 3816, the corner bracket fittings 3818, and the filler panel 3820 are in a visible state in the monument 3804. In some examples, the corner bracket fittings 3816, the corner bracket fittings 3818, and the filler panel 3820 are treated to improve aesthetics. In some examples, each of the corner bracket fittings 3816, the corner bracket fittings 3818, and the filler panel 3820 has a decorative finish.

[0139] In some examples, the mounting system 3814 of the monument 3804 further includes a kick strip 3840 that covers the front surfaces of each of the corner bracket fittings 3816, the corner bracket fittings 3818, and the filler panel 3820. The front surface of each of the corner bracket fittings 3816 and the corner bracket fittings 3818 is formed by its respective structure and its respective filler panel structure attachment. For example, the front surface of the corner bracket fitting 3816 is formed by the structure 3834 and the filler panel structure attachment 3842. As another example, the front surface of the corner bracket fitting 3818 is formed by the structure 3838 and the filler panel structure attachment 3844.

[0140] In some examples, the mounting system 3814 further includes a kick strip 3846 that covers the back surface of the filler panel 3820 and the back surfaces of the respective structures of the corner bracket fittings 3818 and the corner bracket fittings 3816. For example, the kick strip 3846 may cover the back surface of the filler panel 3820, the structure 3834 of the corner bracket fitting 3816, and the structure 3838 of the corner bracket fitting 3818.

[0141] The right corner bracket fitting 3816 and the corner bracket fitting 3818 each have a seat track interface. The corner bracket fitting 3816 has a seat track interface 3848. In some examples, the seat track interface 3848 of the corner bracket fitting 3816 takes the form of a slot 3850. In this example, the slot 3850 extends perpendicular to a front face 3852 of the corner bracket fitting 3816. When the slot 3850 extends perpendicular to the front face 3852, the major axis of the slot 3850 is perpendicular to the front face 3852.

[0142] The corner bracket fitting 3818 has a seat track interface 3854. In some examples, the seat track interface 3854 of the corner bracket fitting 3818 takes the form of a slot 3856. In this example, the slot 3856 extends perpendicular to a front face 3858 of the corner bracket fitting 3818. When the slot 3856 extends perpendicular to the front face 3858, a major axis of the slot 3856 is perpendicular to the front face 3858.

[0143] In some examples, when the seat track interface 3848 takes the form of a slot 3850, the seat track interface 3854 takes the form of a cylindrical hole 3860. When the seat track interface 3854 takes the form of a cylindrical hole 3860, the seat track interface 3854 distributes the load through the seat track 3806.

[0144] In some examples, when the seat track interface 3854 takes the form of a slot 3856, the seat track interface 3848 takes the form of a cylindrical hole 3862. When the seat track interface 3848 takes the form of a cylindrical hole 3862, the seat track interface 3848 distributes the load through the seat track 3806.

[0145] The mounting system 3814 includes a corner bracket fitting 3816 configured to be coupled to the face panel 3810 and connect the face panel to the floor panel 3808, a corner bracket fitting 3818 configured to be coupled to the face panel 3812 and connect the face panel to the floor panel 3808, and a filler panel 3820 configured to connect to and extend between the corner bracket fitting 3816 and the corner bracket fitting 3818.

[0146] In some examples, the mounting system 3814 further includes a component for concealing at least a portion of at least one of the corner bracket fitting 3816, the corner bracket fitting 3818, or the filler panel 3820. In some examples, the mounting system 3814 includes a trim piece 3864 configured to cover the top surface of each of the two corner bracket fittings, corner bracket fitting 3816 and corner bracket fitting 3818, and the filler panel 3820.

[0147] In some examples, the mounting system 3814 further includes a kick strip 3840. In these examples, the kick strip 3840 is configured to cover the front surface of each of the corner bracket fitting 3816, the corner bracket fitting 3818, and the filler panel 3820. In some examples, the mounting system 3814 further includes a kick strip 3846. In these examples, the kick strip 3846 is configured to cover the rear surface of the filler panel 3820 and the rear surface of each of the corner bracket fitting 3818 and the corner bracket fitting 3816.

[0148] A predetermined number of door strikes 3828 are connected to one of the corner bracket fittings 3816, corner bracket fittings 3818, or filler panel 3820. Each of the predetermined number of door strikes 3828 is connected to any one of the corner bracket fittings 3816, corner bracket fittings 3818, or filler panel 3820. In some examples, the predetermined number of door strikes 3828 are installed on the kick strip 3846.

[0149] In some examples, the corner bracket fitting 3816 includes a structure 3834 having a seat track interface 3848 with a slot 3850 formed perpendicular to the front surface 3852 of the corner bracket fitting 3816, a floor panel structure attachment 3866 having a flange 3868 extending from the structure 3834 in a direction parallel to the slot 3850, a face panel structure attachment 3870 extending from the structure 3834 and having a flange 3872 substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 3866, and a filler panel structure attachment 3842 extending from the structure 3834 and having a flange 3874 substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 3870 and the floor panel structure attachment 3866.

[0150] In some examples, the floor panel structure attachment 3866 further includes a plurality of holes 3884 formed in the flange 3868 and configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. In these examples, the plurality of fasteners connect the corner bracket fitting 3816 to the floor panel 3808.

[0151] In some examples, the floor panel structure attachment 3866 further includes a plurality of weep holes 3886. The plurality of weep holes can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the floor panel structure attachment 3866 and the floor panel 3808.

[0152] In some examples, the face panel structure attachment 3870 is formed on a flange 3872 and further includes a plurality of holes (not shown) configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. In these examples, the plurality of fasteners connect the corner bracket fitting 3816 to the face panel 3810.

[0153] In some examples, the face panel structure attachment 3870 further includes a plurality of weep holes (not shown). The plurality of weep holes can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the face panel structure attachment 3870 and the face panel 3810.

[0154] In some examples, the filler panel structure attachment 3842 is formed on a flange 3874 and further includes a plurality of holes (not shown) configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. In these examples, the plurality of fasteners connect the corner bracket fitting 3816 to the filler panel 3820.

[0155] In some examples, the filler panel structure attachment 3842 further includes a plurality of weep holes. The plurality of weep holes (not shown) can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the filler panel structure attachment 3842 and the filler panel 3820.

[0156] In some examples, the corner bracket fitting 3818 includes a structure 3838 having a sheet track interface 3854 with a slot 3856 formed perpendicular to the front surface 3858 of the corner bracket fitting 3818, a floor panel structure attachment 3875 having a flange 3876 extending from the structure 3838 in a direction parallel to the slot 3856, a face panel structure attachment 3878 extending from the structure 3838 and having a flange 3880 substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment 3875, and a filler panel structure attachment 3844 extending from the structure 3838 and having a flange 3882 substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment 3878 and the floor panel structure attachment 3875.

[0157] In some examples, the floor panel structure attachment 3875 further includes a plurality of holes (not shown) formed in the flange 3876 and configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. In these examples, the plurality of fasteners connect the corner bracket fitting 3818 to the floor panel 3808.

[0158] In some examples, the floor panel structure attachment 3875 further includes a plurality of weep holes (not shown). The plurality of weep holes can allow an adhesive to flow out from between the floor panel structure attachment 3875 and the floor panel 3808.

[0159] In some examples, the face panel structure attachment 3878 further includes a plurality of holes (not shown) formed in the flange 3880 and configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. In these examples, the plurality of fasteners connect the corner bracket fitting 3818 to the face panel 3812.

[0160] In some examples, the face panel structural attachment 3878 further includes a plurality of weep holes (not shown) that allow adhesive to flow between the face panel structural attachment 3878 and the face panel 3812.

[0161] In some examples, the filler panel structural attachment 3844 further includes a plurality of holes (not shown) formed in the flange 3882 and configured to receive a plurality of fasteners. In these examples, the plurality of fasteners connect the corner bracket fitting 3818 to the filler panel 3820.

[0162] In some examples, the filler panel structural attachment 3844 further includes a plurality of weep holes (not shown) that allow adhesive to flow between the filler panel structural attachment 3844 and the filler panel 3820.

[0163] The illustration of the monument 3804 with the mounting system 3814 shown in FIG. 38 is not intended to imply physical or architectural limitations to the manner in which an illustrative embodiment may be implemented. Other components in addition to or in place of the illustrated components may be used. Some components may not be required. Additionally, the blocks in the diagrams represent functional components. One or more of these blocks may be combined, separated, or combined and then separated into different blocks when implemented in an illustrative embodiment.

[0164] For example, in some exemplary embodiments, the kick strip 3840 or the kick strip 3846 is optional. In other examples, a predetermined number of doors 3830 and a predetermined number of door strikes 3828 are optional. As another example, although only a plurality of holes 3884 and a plurality of weep holes 3886 are illustrated, at least one of the plurality of holes and the plurality of weep holes may be formed in at least one of the face panel structure attachment 3870, the filler panel structure attachment 3842, the filler panel structure attachment 3844, the face panel structure attachment 3878, or the floor panel structure attachment 3875. As yet another example, although a plurality of weep holes 3886 are illustrated, in other examples, the plurality of weep holes 3886 are not provided.

[0165] Next, referring to FIG. 39, a flowchart showing a method for forming a monument according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Method 3900 can be used to form a monument that is fixed to the fuselage 106 of the aircraft 100 shown in FIG. 1. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 202 shown in FIG. 2. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 300 shown in FIG. 3. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 402 shown in FIG. 4. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 502 shown in FIG. 5. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 602 shown in FIGS. 6 and 7. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 802 shown in FIG. 8. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 902 shown in FIGS. 9 and 10. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 1102 shown in FIG. 11. Method 3900 can be executed using the mounting system 1200 shown in FIGS. 12 and 13. Method 3900 can be executed using the corner bracket fittings 1400 and 1402 shown in FIGS. 14 and 15. Method 3900 can be executed using the corner bracket fittings 1600 and 1602 shown in FIGS. 16 and 17. Method 3900 can be executed using the corner bracket fittings 1800 and 1802 shown in FIGS. 18 and 19. Method 3900 can be executed using the corner bracket fitting 2200 shown in FIGS. 22-28. Method 3900 can be used to form the monument 3804 shown in FIG. 38.

[0166] In method 3900, a floor panel structure attachment of a right corner bracket fitting is fixed to the floor panel (step 3902). In some examples, the floor panel structure attachment is fixed to the floor panel by passing a plurality of fasteners through a plurality of holes of the floor panel structure attachment. In some examples, the floor panel structure attachment is a flange extending from the structure of the right corner bracket fitting.

[0167] In method 3900, a floor panel structure attachment of a left corner bracket fitting is fixed to the floor panel (step 3904). In some examples, the floor panel structure attachment is fixed to the floor panel by passing a plurality of fasteners through a plurality of holes of the floor panel structure attachment. In some examples, the floor panel structure attachment is a flange extending from the structure of the left corner bracket fitting.

[0168] In method 3900, a face panel structure attachment of a right corner bracket fitting is fixed to the right face panel (step 3906). In some examples, the face panel structure attachment is a flange extending from the structure of the right corner bracket fitting and perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment. In some examples, the face panel structure attachment is fixed to the face panel by passing a plurality of fasteners through a plurality of holes of the face panel structure attachment.

[0169] In method 3900, a face panel structure attachment of a left corner bracket fitting is fixed to the left face panel (step 3908). In some examples, the face panel structure attachment extends from the structure of the left corner bracket fitting and is a flange perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment. In some examples, the face panel structure attachment is fixed to the face panel by passing a plurality of fasteners through a plurality of holes in the face panel structure attachment.

[0170] In method 3900, a filler panel is fixed to a filler panel attachment of a right corner bracket fitting and a filler panel attachment of a left corner bracket fitting so that the filler panel extends between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting (step 3910). Then, the method ends.

[0171] In some examples of method 3900, a kick strip is attached to cover the front surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel (step 3912). In some examples, the kick strip is attached using an adhesive. In some examples of method 3900, a kick strip is attached to cover the back surface of the filler panel and the back surfaces of the respective structures of the left corner bracket fitting and the right corner bracket fitting (step 3914). In some examples, the kick strip is attached using an adhesive.

[0172] In some examples of method 3900, a trim piece is attached to cover the upper surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel (step 3916). In some examples, the trim is adhered to cover the upper surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

[0173] In method 3900 in some examples, the monument is directly placed on the seat track, and the monument is installed on the aircraft (step 3918) by engaging the seat track interface of the right corner bracket fitting and the seat track interface of the left corner bracket fitting with the seat track. Specifically, in order to prevent undesirable load distribution with the floor structure, the fitting on one side of the closet does not apply a load in the y direction. In order to prevent undesirable load distribution with the floor structure, one of the right corner bracket fitting or the left corner bracket fitting does not apply a load in the y direction by the slot in the seat track interface.

[0174] As used herein, the phrase "at least one" when used with a list of elements means that one or more of the listed elements may be used in various combinations or only one of each listed element may be required. For example, without limitation, "at least one of element A, element B, or element C" may include element A, element A and element B, or element B. This example may also include element A, element B, and element C, or may include element B and element C. Of course, these elements may be combined in any way. In other examples, "at least one" may, for example without limitation, be two element As, one element B, and ten element Cs, or four element Bs, and seven element Cs, or other suitable combinations. An element may be a particular object, thing, or category. That is, "at least one" means that any number of the listed elements may be used in any combination, but not all of the listed elements may be required.

[0175] The phrase "a predetermined number of" as used herein means one or more.

[0176] The flowcharts and block diagrams of the various illustrated embodiments show the structure, functionality, and operation of some possible implementations of the apparatus and method in the exemplary embodiments. In this regard, each block in the flowchart or block diagram represents at least one of a module, segment, function, or part of an operation or step.

[0177] In some alternative aspects of the exemplary embodiments, one or more of the functions described in the blocks may be executed in an order different from that described in the figures. For example, in some cases, depending on the related functions, two consecutively shown blocks may be executed substantially simultaneously or in the reverse order. Also, additional blocks may be added to the blocks shown in the flowchart or block diagram. Some blocks may be optional. For example, steps 3912 to 3918 may be optional.

[0178] In FIG. 40, an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure will be described in relation to a method 4000 for manufacturing and maintaining an aircraft, and in FIG. 41 in relation to an aircraft 4100. First, referring to FIG. 40, a method for manufacturing and maintaining an aircraft according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Before production starts, the method 4000 for manufacturing and maintaining an aircraft includes determining the specifications and designing 4002 of the aircraft 4100 shown in FIG. 41 and procuring materials 4004.

[0179] During production, the manufacturing 4006 of the parts and subassemblies of the aircraft 4100 and system integration 4008 are performed. Thereafter, the aircraft 4100 enters into service 4012 after going through the processes of certification and delivery 4010. During service 4012 by the customer, the aircraft 4100 is incorporated into regular maintenance and servicing 4014. This may include improvements, reconfigurations, repairs, or other maintenance and servicing.

[0180] Each step of the aircraft manufacturing and maintenance method 4000 can be executed or implemented by a system integrator, a third party, and / or an operator. In these examples, the operator may be a customer. Note that the system integrator may include, but is not limited to, an aircraft manufacturer and several prime system subcontractors. The third party may include, but is not limited to, a vendor, a subcontractor, and a supplier. The operator may be an airline, a leasing company, a military organization, a service organization, etc.

[0181] Next, referring to FIG. 41, an aircraft capable of implementing an exemplary embodiment is shown. In this example, the aircraft 4100 can include a fuselage 4102 manufactured by the aircraft manufacturing and maintenance method 4000 shown in FIG. 40 and having a plurality of systems 4104 and an interior 4106. Examples of the system 4104 include one or more of a propulsion system 4108, an electrical system 4110, a hydraulic system 4112, and an environmental system 4114. Also, it may include any number of other systems.

[0182] The devices and methods embodied herein can be employed at at least one stage in the aircraft manufacturing and maintenance method 4000. One or more exemplary embodiments can be employed at the stage of manufacturing 4006 of the components and subassemblies shown in FIG. 40, system integration 4008, in-service 4012, or maintenance and repair 4014. For example, the monument 3804 having the attachment system 3814 can be assembled in the manufacturing 4006 of the components and subassemblies. The monument 3804 having the attachment system 3814 can be attached to the seat track 3806 of the aircraft 3802 in either the manufacturing 4006 of the components and subassemblies or the system integration 4008. The monument 3804 in the form of a closet 3824, a galley 3826, or a lavatory 3822 is utilized by passengers or crew during the in-service 4012 of the aircraft 4100. The method 3900 can be employed to form the monument 3804 in the manufacturing 4006 of the components and subassemblies.

[0183] Furthermore, the present disclosure includes the following examples that are useful for understanding the methods and systems described in the claims. However, it should be understood that the scope of protection is defined by the claims.

[0184] Example 1. A monument comprising a floor panel, a left face panel perpendicular to the floor panel, a right face panel perpendicular to the floor panel, and a mounting system connecting the floor panel, the left face panel, and the right face panel, the mounting system including a right corner bracket fitting connecting the right face panel to the floor panel, a left corner bracket fitting connecting the left face panel to the floor panel, and a filler panel connecting to and extending between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting.

[0185] Example 2. The monument according to Example 1, further comprising a kick strip covering the front faces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

[0186] Example 3. The monument according to Example 2, wherein the front faces of each of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting are formed by respective structures and respective filler panel structure attachments.

[0187] Example 4. The monument according to Example 3, further comprising a kick strip covering the back face of the filler panel and the back faces of the respective structures of each of the left corner bracket fitting and the right corner bracket fitting.

[0188] Example 5. The monument according to any one of Examples 1 to 4, further comprising a predetermined number of door strikes connected to one of the right corner bracket fittings, the left corner bracket fittings, or the filler panel.

[0189] Example 6. The monument according to Example 5, comprising a predetermined number of doors parallel to the filler panel, the predetermined number of doors being configured to engage with the predetermined number of door strikes.

[0190] Example 7. Each of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting has a seat track interface, and the seat track interface of at least one of the right corner bracket fitting or the left corner bracket fitting includes a slot extending perpendicular to the front surface of the right corner bracket fitting or the left corner bracket fitting. The monument according to any one of Examples 1 to 6.

[0191] Example 8. The monument according to any one of Examples 1 to 7, which is one of a galley, a closet, or a dressing room.

[0192] Example 9. The monument according to any one of Examples 1 to 8, further comprising a plurality of fasteners and adhesives for fixing the left corner bracket fitting to the left face panel and the floor panel.

[0193] Example 10. Each of the right corner bracket fittings and the left corner bracket fittings includes a structure having a seat track interface, a floor panel structure attachment having a flange extending from the structure, a face panel structure attachment extending from the structure and having a flange substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment, and a filler panel structure attachment extending from the structure and having a flange substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment and the floor panel structure attachment. The monument according to any one of Examples 1 to 9.

[0194] Example 11. The mounting system according to any one of Examples 1 to 10, further including a trim piece configured to cover the upper surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

[0195] Example 12. A right corner bracket fitting configured to be coupled to a right face panel and connect the right face panel to a floor panel, a left corner bracket fitting configured to be coupled to a left face panel and connect the left face panel to the floor panel, and a filler panel configured to be connected to the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting and extend therebetween. A mounting system.

[0196] Example 13. The mounting system according to Example 12, further including a trim piece configured to cover the upper surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

[0197] Example 14. The mounting system according to Example 12 or 13, further including a kick strip configured to cover the front surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

[0198] Example 15. The mounting system according to Example 14, wherein the front surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fittings and the left corner bracket fittings are formed by respective structures and respective filler panel structure attachments.

[0199] Example 16. The mounting system according to Example 15, further comprising a kick strip configured to cover the back surface of the filler panel and the back surfaces of the respective structures of the left corner bracket fitting and the right corner bracket fitting.

[0200] Example 17. The mounting system according to any one of Examples 12 to 16, further comprising a predetermined number of door strikes configured to connect to one of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, or the filler panel.

[0201] Example 18. Each of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting has a seat track interface, and at least one of the seat track interfaces of the right corner bracket fitting or the left corner bracket fitting includes a slot extending perpendicular to the front surface of the right corner bracket fitting or the left corner bracket fitting. The mounting system according to any one of Examples 12 to 17.

[0202] Example 19. A corner bracket fitting including a structure having a seat track interface, a floor panel structure attachment having a flange extending from the structure, a face panel structure attachment having a flange extending from the structure and being substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment, and a filler panel structure attachment having a flange extending from the structure and being substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment and the floor panel structure attachment.

[0203] Example 20. The floor panel structure attachment further includes a plurality of holes formed in the flange and configured to receive a plurality of fasteners, the corner bracket fitting according to Example 19.

[0204] Example 21. The floor panel structure attachment further includes a plurality of weep holes, the corner bracket fitting according to Example 20.

[0205] Example 22. The seat track interface includes a slot extending perpendicular to the front surface of the corner bracket fitting, and the flange of the floor panel structure attachment extends from the structure in a direction parallel to the slot, the corner bracket fitting according to any one of Examples 19 to 21.

[0206] Example 23. The structure further includes a connector configured to connect to a door strike, the corner bracket fitting according to any one of Examples 19 to 22.

[0207] Example 24. The connector includes a predetermined number of tapped holes for receiving a predetermined number of helical coils, the corner bracket fitting according to Example 23.

[0208] Example 25. A method for forming a monument, comprising fixing a floor panel structure attachment of a right corner bracket fitting to a floor panel, fixing a floor panel structure attachment of a left corner bracket fitting to the floor panel, fixing a face panel structure attachment of the right corner bracket fitting to a right face panel, fixing a face panel structure attachment of the left corner bracket fitting to a left face panel, and fixing a filler panel to the filler panel attachment of the right corner bracket fitting and the filler panel attachment of the left corner bracket fitting so that the filler panel extends between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting.

[0209] Example 26. The method according to Example 25, further comprising attaching a kick strip so as to cover each front surface of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel, and attaching a kick strip so as to cover the back surface of the filler panel and the back surfaces of the respective structures of the left corner bracket fitting and the right corner bracket fitting.

[0210] Example 27. The method according to Example 25 or 26, further comprising attaching a trim piece so as to cover each upper surface of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

[0211] Example 28. The method according to any one of Examples 25 to 27, further comprising installing the monument on an aircraft by directly placing the monument on a seat track and engaging a seat track interface of the right corner bracket fitting and a seat track interface of the left corner bracket fitting with the seat track.

[0212] Exemplary embodiments provide a mounting system that enables a monument to be placed directly on a seat track. The mounting system and corner bracket fittings according to the exemplary embodiments can be used for monuments along the centerline or closer to the outside of an aircraft.

[0213] The mounting system in the exemplary embodiments can accommodate multiple door configurations. The mounting system in the exemplary embodiments can accommodate various monument widths. The mounting system in the exemplary embodiments can accommodate changes to door configurations having a monument width while minimizing the impact.

[0214] The corner bracket fittings in the exemplary embodiments are designed to achieve flexibility and reusability. The corner bracket fittings in the exemplary embodiments are designed to enable a narrow monument to be placed directly on the seat track in the aisle. In some examples, the interior of the monument is completely closed to enhance aesthetics and cleanability.

[0215] In the mounting system, a predetermined number of door strikes are designed to be placed forward (FWD) or aft (AFT). The predetermined number of door strikes can be placed on a filler panel to form a double door.

[0216] A unique structural mounting system has been developed to install a closet such that the aisle surface is placed directly above the seat track and to enable entry into the storage area through the aisle surface. This makes it possible to provide a series of closets with a smaller overall width compared to existing designs. The mounting system is designed to transfer the load from the face panel and floor panel of the monument to the lower seat track. The design of the mounting system accommodates various monument dimensions in addition to forward swing, aft swing, and double door configurations.

[0217] In some examples, the attachment system includes a standard thin kick strip for achieving a closure for at least one of hygiene or decoration purposes. In some examples, the attachment system is designed to cooperate with existing decorative trims.

[0218] The attachment system in an exemplary embodiment can have multiple load-bearing configurations. In some examples, to prevent undesirable load distribution with the floor structure, at least one corner bracket fitting in the monument does not apply a load in the y-direction. In these examples, at least one corner bracket fitting has slots configured not to apply a load in the y-direction. In the corner bracket fitting in the exemplary embodiment, the direction of the slot is perpendicular to the body of the fitting. In the corner bracket fitting in the exemplary embodiment, the direction of the slot is unique.

[0219] According to the attachment system in the exemplary embodiment, while using common standard parts, the width of the closet can be narrowed. The design of the attachment system in the exemplary embodiment can reduce the total number of components and the time required to assemble the monument.

[0220] The corner bracket fitting of the attachment system can attach the bottom corner part of the aircraft monument to the aircraft floor. The corner bracket fitting includes a floor panel component sized to fit a part of the seat floor rail, a filler panel component attached to the floor panel, a frame attached to the face panel and the floor panel component, and a face panel component attached to the floor panel component. In some examples, the attachment system further includes a door strike component attached to the frame.

[0221] An attachment system enables a narrow monument to be attached to the floor of an aircraft. In some examples, forming the monument includes attaching at least two corner bracket fittings to the bottom corner portions on both sides of the door facing panel of the monument.

[0222] The descriptions of the various exemplary embodiments are presented for purposes of illustration and description and are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the disclosure to the forms disclosed. Many modifications or variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Additionally, the various exemplary embodiments may result in different features from other exemplary embodiments. The selected embodiments are chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the embodiments and their practical application and to enable those skilled in the art to understand the disclosure for various embodiments with various modifications that are suitable for the particular uses envisioned.

Claims

1. A floor panel, a left face panel perpendicular to the floor panel, a right face panel perpendicular to the floor panel, and an attachment system connecting the floor panel, the left face panel, and the right face panel, wherein the attachment system includes a right corner bracket fitting connecting the right face panel to the floor panel, a left corner bracket fitting connecting the left face panel to the floor panel, and a filler panel connecting to and extending between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting, at least one of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting has a sheet track interface with slots formed therein, and the slots are elongated in a direction parallel to the floor panel and perpendicular to the front face of the one corner bracket fitting, so that the load from the floor structure is not applied in the longitudinal direction of the slots. A monument.

2. The monument according to claim 1, further including a kick strip covering the front faces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

3. The monument according to claim 2, wherein the front faces of each of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting are formed by respective structures and respective filler panel structure attachments.

4. A floor panel, a left face panel perpendicular to the floor panel, a right face panel perpendicular to the floor panel, and an attachment system connecting the floor panel, the left face panel, and the right face panel, wherein the attachment system includes a right corner bracket fitting connecting the right face panel to the floor panel, a left corner bracket fitting connecting the left face panel to the floor panel, and a filler panel connecting to and extending between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting, A monument including a kick strip that covers the back of the filler panel and the backs of the respective structures of the left corner bracket fitting and the right corner bracket fitting.

5. The monument according to any one of claims 1 to 4, further including a predetermined number of door strikes connected to one of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, or the filler panel.

6. The monument according to claim 5, including a predetermined number of doors parallel to the filler panel, the predetermined number of doors being configured to engage with the predetermined number of door strikes.

7. The monument according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the other of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting also has a seat track interface formed with slots, the slots extending parallel to the floor panel and perpendicular to the front surface of the other corner bracket fitting.

8. The monument according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the monument is one of a galley, a closet, or a dressing room.

9. The monument according to any one of claims 1 to 8, further including a plurality of fasteners and adhesives for fixing the left corner bracket fitting to the left face panel and the floor panel.

10. Each of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting has a structure with a seat track interface; a floor panel structure attachment having a flange extending from the structure; a face panel structure attachment having a flange extending from the structure and substantially perpendicular to the floor panel structure attachment; and a filler panel structure attachment having a flange extending from the structure and substantially perpendicular to both the face panel structure attachment and the floor panel structure attachment. The monument according to any one of claims 1 to 9 includes these.

11. The mounting system according to any one of claims 1 to 10, further comprising a trim piece configured to cover the upper surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

12. A method for forming a monument, comprising: fixing a floor panel structure attachment of a right corner bracket fitting to a floor panel; fixing a floor panel structure attachment of a left corner bracket fitting to the floor panel; fixing a face panel structure attachment of the right corner bracket fitting to a right face panel; fixing a face panel structure attachment of the left corner bracket fitting to a left face panel; fixing a filler panel to the filler panel attachments of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting so that the filler panel extends between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting; At least one of the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting has a sheet track interface formed with slots, the slots being elongated in a direction parallel to the floor panel and perpendicular to the front face of the one corner bracket fitting, so that a load from the floor structure is not applied in the longitudinal direction of the slots.

13. A method for forming a monument, comprising: fixing a floor panel structure attachment of a right corner bracket fitting to a floor panel; fixing a floor panel structure attachment of a left corner bracket fitting to the floor panel; fixing a face panel structure attachment of the right corner bracket fitting to a right face panel; fixing a face panel structure attachment of the left corner bracket fitting to a left face panel; Fix a filler panel to the filler panel attachment of the right corner bracket fitting and the filler panel attachment of the left corner bracket fitting so that the filler panel extends between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting. Attach a kick strip so as to cover the front surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel. Attach a kick strip so as to cover the back surface of the filler panel and the back surfaces of the respective structures of the left corner bracket fitting and the right corner bracket fitting. A method comprising:

14. The method according to claim 12 or 13, further comprising attaching a trim piece so as to cover the upper surfaces of each of the right corner bracket fitting, the left corner bracket fitting, and the filler panel.

15. The method according to claim 12 or 13, further comprising installing the monument on the aircraft by directly placing the monument on the seat track and engaging the seat track interface of the right corner bracket fitting and the seat track interface of the left corner bracket fitting with the seat track.

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