Abstract: A quick disconnect connector system includes a first plug configured to mate with a second plug. The first plug and second plugs first secure together through engagement of one or more retainers with a channel. Each retainer is shaped to facilitate sliding of the retainer relative to the threads without catching while still allowing the retainer to securely engage the channel of the second plug. Example retainers have a tapered shape. An example retainer has a trapezoidal shape. In certain examples, a tapered mounting station for each retainer is configured to facilitate radial movement of the retainer.

Abstract: A fluid module configured to be connected to an aircraft, comprising a manifold configured to direct fluid flow from an inlet to an outlet, the outlet configured to be connected to a hydraulic system of the aircraft and the inlet configured to be connected to a ground source of fluid, the manifold comprising a filter port adapted to receive a filter port; the first inlet in fluid communication with the filter port; and the outlet in fluid communication with the filter port. A method of utilizing the fluid module to provide fluid from the ground fluid source to the filter unit; filtering the fluid via the filter unit; and providing the filtered fluid from the outlet to one or more components, a reservoir of the aircraft, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates a quick disconnect coupling assembly having a collar inserted through an internal valve seat to be joined to a valve member and form a seal with the internal valve seat. The assembly having a valve guide positioned within the flow passage, a valve member supported by the valve guide within the valve housing, and a collar mounted to a valve head of the valve member.

Abstract: A fluid module configured to be connected to an aircraft, comprising a manifold configured to direct fluid flow from an inlet to an outlet, the outlet configured to be connected to a hydraulic system of the aircraft and the inlet configured to be connected to a ground source of fluid, the manifold comprising a filter port adapted to receive a filter port; the first inlet in fluid communication with the filter port; and the outlet in fluid communication with the filter port. A method of utilizing the fluid module to provide fluid from the ground fluid source to the filter unit; filtering the fluid via the filter unit; and providing the filtered fluid from the outlet to one or more components, a reservoir of the aircraft, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: An attachment for removing a drill core from a hollow volume of a hollow drill bit, comprising an attachment sheath embodied to be arranged at an accepting shaft comprising at least one ejection element, which is embodied in the hollow volume of the hollow drill bit and designed for transferring a force upon the drill core.