A modular ball transfer unit uses a machined stainless steel cover to secure roller elements and prevent contamination ingress.
Door linkage coordinates deployable upper step movement with aircraft door operation, eliminating complex separate motors and easing maintenance access.
A mechanical safety trigger releases the lock when force reaches a threshold, preventing premature release during cargo drop.
Segmented mirror design eliminates air drag by stowing the unit, resolving availability versus aerodynamic resistance trade-offs.
Movable and rotatable leg portions adapt to diverse package sizes, resolving the trade-off between structural simplicity and universal support capability.
A doorway side guide system uses a pivoting contact member to extend outward from the aircraft doorframe and physically guide cargo during loading operations.