Abstract: A shock absorbing apparatus that includes a baseplate adapted to be mounted on a platform, a flexure member that operably engages with the baseplate, and a mounting plate that operably engages with the flexure member. The mounting plate is free from direct engagement with the baseplate and is moveable between a neutral position and a translated position with respect to the baseplate. The mounting plate is also adapted to hold a device. The flexure member is adapted to absorb shock forces caused by a ballistic shock event or a projectile motion event in proximity to or applied on the platform.

Abstract: A thin film-retaining washer with custom geometry that may further provide for a simple press-on installation while maintaining retention of fasteners during assembly, shipping, handling, and/or use of associated systems. The present retaining hardware is easily manufactured from sheet or film materials with minimal post-processing and may be scaled and optimized for use with multiple size and style of fasteners. Further, the thickness profile of the thin film retaining hardware facilitates lobe spring deflection to further provide secure retention of the associated fasteners.

Abstract: A thin film-retaining washer with custom geometry that may further provide for a simple press-on installation while maintaining retention of fasteners during assembly, shipping, handling, and/or use of associated systems. The present retaining hardware is easily manufactured from sheet or film materials with minimal post-processing and may be scaled and optimized for use with multiple size and style of fasteners. Further, the thickness profile of the thin film retaining hardware facilitates lobe spring deflection to further provide secure retention of the associated fasteners.