Patents by Inventor Michael Sean Pretty

Michael Sean Pretty 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).

  • Publication number: 20170328281
    Abstract: Acoustically treated components and methods of acoustic treating are provided. The acoustically treated components include a structural fitting having a first surface and a second surface, wherein the first surface defines a flow path and includes a plurality of perforations passing through the structural fitting from the first surface to the second surface, at least one non-structural acoustic treatment member installed on the second surface, a first end of the at least one non-structural acoustic treatment member attached to the second surface such that a cellular structure of the at least one non-structural acoustic treatment member aligns with the plurality of perforations, and a cover attached on a second end of the at least one non-structural acoustic treatment member such that an acoustic chamber is defined between the cover and the cellular structure and open to the flow path.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2016
    Publication date: November 16, 2017
    Inventors: Michael Sean Pretty, Kristopher B. Shaner
  • Patent number: 9782945
    Abstract: A structural panel for an aircraft nacelle may comprise a first skin, a second skin, and a core sandwiched between them. One of the skins may comprise regions of different thicknesses. The regions of different thicknesses may be separated by a ramp, in which the number of composite plies in the first skin varies. A slope of the ramp may vary across the ramp to prevent disbonding of the core from the skin at the base of the ramp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2017
    Assignee: ROHR, INC.
    Inventor: Michael Sean Pretty
  • Patent number: 9708073
    Abstract: A nacelle may include a pylon and a thrust reverser having an inner fixed structure. A locking mechanism may automatically engage and prevent relative movement between thrust reverser halves. A bumper may be coupled to the inner fixed structure. The locking mechanism may limit deflections between the thrust reverser and the pylon in response to a burst duct. A locking mechanism in the inner fixed structure may include a pressure relief door and an arrestor which hooks onto a retaining bar in a pylon bracket. The locking mechanism may allow the thrust reverser halves to be opened for access to the engine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Assignee: ROHR, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Sean Pretty, John Moule, Joseph C. Zecca
  • Patent number: 9618123
    Abstract: A seal comprising a generally acorn shaped cross-sectional profile is described herein. The seal may be configured for use between two generally adjoining and/or nearly adjoining surfaces. The seal may be used to eliminate a gap or rubbing between a plurality of surfaces. The seal may have a non-circular cross-sectional interior profile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2017
    Assignee: ROHR, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Sean Pretty, Joshua Elam
  • Patent number: 9499275
    Abstract: A composite component may be coupled to an aluminum component with a plurality of fasteners. An expansion strap may be located between the composite component and the aluminum component. The expansion strap may have a coefficient of thermal expansion which is greater than the coefficient of thermal expansion of the composite component, and less than the coefficient of thermal expansion of the aluminum component. A first set of fasteners may be inserted through the composite component, the expansion strap, and the aluminum component. A second set of fasteners may be inserted through the composite component and the expansion strap. The expansion strap may decrease stress in the composite component at the fastener locations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2016
    Assignee: ROHR, INC.
    Inventor: Michael Sean Pretty
  • Publication number: 20160107757
    Abstract: A composite component may be coupled to an aluminum component with a plurality of fasteners. An expansion strap may be located between the composite component and the aluminum component. The expansion strap may have a coefficient of thermal expansion which is greater than the coefficient of thermal expansion of the composite component, and less than the coefficient of thermal expansion of the aluminum component. A first set of fasteners may be inserted through the composite component, the expansion strap, and the aluminum component. A second set of fasteners may be inserted through the composite component and the expansion strap. The expansion strap may decrease stress in the composite component at the fastener locations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2014
    Publication date: April 21, 2016
    Applicant: ROHR, INC.
    Inventor: Michael Sean Pretty
  • Publication number: 20150308168
    Abstract: Latch housing assemblies, latch hook assemblies, and latch assemblies are disclosed. Various disclosed latch housing assemblies include a latch pin coupled to an inner housing, and an outer housing having an inner surface coupled to an outer surface of the inner housing via at least one of a fuse pin and a spring. Various disclosed latch hook assemblies include a latch hook coupled to a latch housing, a weak point in the latch housing disposed between an inboard mount and an outboard mount, and a catch member mounted to the inboard mount and the outboard mount. Various disclosed latch assemblies include a latch housing, a bolt, and a deformable bushing at least partially surrounding the bolt, the deformable bushing configured to deform about a radius in response to a compressive load of about 1,000 lbf to about 3,000 lbf.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2014
    Publication date: October 29, 2015
    Applicant: Rohr, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Sean Pretty
  • Publication number: 20150292624
    Abstract: A seal comprising a generally acorn shaped cross-sectional profile is described herein. The seal may be configured for use between two generally adjoining and/or nearly adjoining surfaces. The seal may be used to eliminate a gap or rubbing between a plurality of surfaces. The seal may have a non-circular cross-sectional interior profile.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2014
    Publication date: October 15, 2015
    Applicant: ROHR, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Sean Pretty, Joshua Elam
  • Publication number: 20140326431
    Abstract: A thermally protected attachment system is provided. A device including a cover hingeably coupled to a thermal blanket is provided. The thermal blanket and cover may be configured to insulate a cavity defined by the interior of the thermal blanket and the cover in response to the cover being in a closed position. The thermal blanket may be coupled to a thermal protection panel of an aircraft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2013
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Applicant: Rohr, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Sean Pretty