US3744320A
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Pressurized panel
Assignee: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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Filing: 1970-11-06
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Granted: 1973-07-10
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Expires: 1990-11-06
Abstract
Abstract Large area pressurized meteoroid penetration detector panels. The structure of the panels includes an interconnected cellular configuration in which the cells have spaced periphery welds and tufts in their centers at which point a spot-weld is made joining the panels.
Inventors
- 👤 E White
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 06:04
CPC Classifications
B; B64; B64G; B64G1/00; B64G1/22; B64G1/52; B64G1/56
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
94 words
An apparatus for detecting meteoroid penetration comprising: a large area detector panel means having a plurality of interconnected pressurized cells pressure formed therein, said panel means including at least a pair of opposed panels being sealed around their periphery and said cells being tufted in their centers at which point a junction is made between said opposed panels so as to give greater structural stability to the entire panel means while facilitating reduced internal volume; and means for detecting and permanently recording pressure drop in said cells due to meteoroid penetration of said panel.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
94 words
An apparatus for detecting meteoroid penetration comprising: a large area detector panel means having a plurality of interconnected pressurized cells pressure formed therein, said panel means including at least a pair of opposed panels being sealed around their periphery and said cells being tufted in their centers at which point a junction is made between said opposed panels so as to give greater structural stability to the entire panel means while facilitating reduced internal volume; and means for detecting and permanently recording pressure drop in said cells due to meteoroid penetration of said panel.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The apparatus as in claim 1 in which the cells are hexagonal in shape, said hexagonal configuration having more inherent structural rigidity.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The apparatus as in claim 1 wherein the cell perimeters are welded; and spaces in said perimeter welds to provide means for communication between the cells.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
The apparatus as in claim 1 in which the cells can be formed in any desired configuration.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
The apparatus as in claim 1 wherein said tufted junction is a spot-weld.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-07-09 | 1977-01-08 | 1977-07-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-07-09 | 1981-01-08 | 1981-07-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-07-09 | 1985-01-08 | 1985-07-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |