×

Methods and apparatus for resisting torsional loads in aerial refueling booms

  • US 7,959,110 B2
  • Filed: 03/28/2008
  • Issued: 06/14/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/11/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
First Claim
Patent Images

1. A torsional load resisting aerial refueling boom comprising:

  • a telescopic boom having a fixed portion and an extendable portion;

    a support fitting attached to one end of the fixed portion for allowing the extendable portion to pass therethrough; and

    a plurality of rollers mounted on the support fitting for rolling with respect to the movement of the extendable portion of the boom and for providing a counter force to the boom in response to a torsional load subject on the boom during aerial refueling.

View all claims
  • 1 Assignment
Timeline View
Assignment View
    ×
    ×