Patents by Inventor Floyd G. Baldwin

Floyd G. Baldwin has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 4379535
    Abstract: A pallet restraint system for use in the cargo bay of an aircraft in an air drop sequence. The system assures an equal application of the parachute extraction force and simultaneous release of all load sensitive latches by means of hydraulic interconnectors between the latches to vary their position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1981
    Date of Patent: April 12, 1983
    Assignee: McDonnell Douglas Corporation
    Inventors: Floyd G. Baldwin, Donald E. Evans
  • Patent number: 4225259
    Abstract: A coupler for use in joining cargo pallets by their attach rings. The coupler, normally used in pairs, provides for uniform spacing of joined pallets and bendability between pallets, permitting the joined pallets to traverse crests and valleys without putting concentrated loads on the coupler, the pallet, or cargo floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 1979
    Date of Patent: September 30, 1980
    Assignee: McDonnell Douglas Corporation
    Inventors: Floyd G. Baldwin, Kenneth D. McIntire
  • Patent number: 4134345
    Abstract: A guide latch mechanism to restrain cargo in three directions. The mechanism retracts to permit cargo to pass over the mechanism and automatically erects to a vertical position for future use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 1977
    Date of Patent: January 16, 1979
    Assignee: McDonnell Douglas Corporation
    Inventors: Floyd G. Baldwin, Stanley V. Voorhees