Transport Element Support Assembly Electrical Isolation

The patent combines multiple separate fittings into a single integrated assembly that provides both electrical isolation and structural support. The support assembly includes a first fitting with a first opening for the transport element and a second opening for engagement with the aircraft structure, along with a grommet positioned in the first opening to provide electrical isolation. This merging eliminates the need for separate electromagnetic protection assemblies and structural support fittings, reducing part count while maintaining both functions.

The support assembly is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: it provides structural support for the transport element, enables flexing under operational conditions, and provides electromagnetic isolation through the grommet. The single assembly serves as both a structural support mechanism and an electromagnetic protection device, eliminating the need for separate specialized components for each function.

The patent integrates the structural support function and electrical isolation function into a single support assembly, eliminating the need for separate fittings that would require multiple alignment operations. The assembly includes engagement features that connect to the aircraft structure and a grommet that isolates the transport element, all in one integrated component that requires alignment at a single location.

The support assembly is pre-configured with the grommet positioned in the first opening and the engagement features formed on the fitting body. This preliminary assembly of components before installation ensures that alignment features are already in their correct positions, eliminating the need for field alignment of multiple separate parts and reducing installation complexity.

The patent integrates the electromagnetic isolation function directly into the structural support assembly by positioning a grommet in the first opening of the fitting. This eliminates the need for separate electromagnetic protection assemblies to be installed around the transport element, as the isolation function is built into the support structure itself, reducing installation steps and time.

The support assembly simultaneously provides structural support and electromagnetic isolation through its integrated design. The grommet is positioned within the fitting to provide electromagnetic isolation while the fitting itself provides structural support and engagement with the aircraft structure, allowing both functions to be achieved in a single installation operation rather than requiring separate assemblies.