Abstract: A connector assembly for connection to a preconditioned air port on an aircraft that includes a rotatable coupling, a retractable latch, and a protective cage. The retractable latch is actuated by rotation of the protective cage relative to the upper coupling section of the coupling. The protective cage surrounds the coupling and includes at least a first and second protective bumper at opposite ends of the protective cage. The protective cage protects the connection from coming in contact with the ground.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 23, 2018
Date of Patent:
November 3, 2020
Assignee:
SAGE PARTS PLUS, INC.
Inventors:
Ruddy Castillo, Nehara Gulce Demir, Sohaib Hameed, Michael K. Bloomfield