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Harness and auxiliary parachute release system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-04-28
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Granted: 1973-10-16
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Expires: 1992-04-28
Abstract
Abstract A main parachute canopy is released from the harness by simultaneous disconnection of a pair of buckle connectors upon actuation of a remote control mechanism including a push-pull cable assembly anchored to a mounting plate. The mounting plate forms part of a releasable lock device, carried on a pack secured to the harness, that will release after disconnection of the buckle connectors, thereby deploying an auxiliary parachute.
Inventors
- 👤 S Snyder
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 07:53
CPC Classifications
B; B64; B64D; B64D17/00; B64D17/22; B64D17/30; B64D17/32
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 15
Claim 1
Independent Claim
69 words
In combination with a parachute harness, coupling means releasably connecting the harness to a main canopy; an auxiliary pack mounted on the harness enclosing an auxiliary canopy, elongated actuating means connected to said coupling means for disconnection thereof, and control means connected to the actuating means for sequentially disconnecting the coupling means and opening the auxiliary pack to deploy the auxiliary canopy subsequent to release of the main canopy.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
69 words
In combination with a parachute harness, coupling means releasably connecting the harness to a main canopy; an auxiliary pack mounted on the harness enclosing an auxiliary canopy, elongated actuating means connected to said coupling means for disconnection thereof, and control means connected to the actuating means for sequentially disconnecting the coupling means and opening the auxiliary pack to deploy the auxiliary canopy subsequent to release of the main canopy.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The combination of claim 1 including force multiplying means interconnecting the control means with the actuating means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
60 words
The combination of claim 2 wherein said control means includes a mounting member to which the force multiplying means and the actuating means are anchored, a release operator connected to the force multiplying means, releasable lock means holding the auxiliary pack closed while supporting the mounting member thereon, and means connecting the operator to the lock means for disengagement thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
45 words
The combination of claim 3 wherein said lock means includes at least one fastener element projecting from the pack through an opening in the mounting member and a displaceable lock element connected to the operator by said connecting means in engagement with the fastener element.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
55 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said control means includes a mounting member to which the actuating means is anchored, a release operator connected to the force multiplying means, releasable lock means holding the auxiliary pack closed while supporting the mounting member thereon, and means connecting the operator to the lock means for disengagement thereof.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
45 words
The combination of claim 5 wherein said lock means includes at least one fastener element projecting from the pack through an opening in the mounting member and a displaceable lock element connected to the operator by said connecting means in engagement with the fastener element.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
24 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said coupling means comprises a pair of connector devices and said actuating means includes a push-pull cable assembly.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
54 words
In combination with a parachute harness and a canopy-enclosing pack mounted thereon, a remote control mechanism, a mounting member on which said mechanism is carried, lock means for holding the pack closed while supPorting the mounting member thereon, and means connected to the lock means for release thereof following actuation of the control mechanism.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
54 words
In combination with a parachute harness and a canopy-enclosing pack mounted thereon, a remote control mechanism, a mounting member on which said mechanism is carried, lock means for holding the pack closed while supPorting the mounting member thereon, and means connected to the lock means for release thereof following actuation of the control mechanism.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
45 words
The combination of claim 8 wherein said lock means includes at least one fastener element projecting from the pack through an opening in the mounting member and a displaceable lock element connected to the operator by said connecting means in engagement with the fastener element.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
18 words
The combination of claim 8 wherein said control mechanism includes a force multiplier and a push-pull cable assembly.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
70 words
In combination with a parachute harness and coupling means connecting the harness to a main canopy, an auxiliary canopy, a pack enclosing said auxiliary canopy, releasable means for holding said pack closed, actuating means connected to the coupling means, and common control means connected to the actuating means and the releasable holding means for disconnecting the main canopy from the harness and opening the pack to release the auxiliary canopy.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
70 words
In combination with a parachute harness and coupling means connecting the harness to a main canopy, an auxiliary canopy, a pack enclosing said auxiliary canopy, releasable means for holding said pack closed, actuating means connected to the coupling means, and common control means connected to the actuating means and the releasable holding means for disconnecting the main canopy from the harness and opening the pack to release the auxiliary canopy.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
22 words
The combination of claim 11, wherein the control means includes a mounting member secured to the pack by the releasable holding means.
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) | 1976-10-15 | 1977-04-16 | 1977-10-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-10-15 | 1981-04-16 | 1981-10-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-10-15 | 1985-04-16 | 1985-10-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |