Abstract: This application teaches a flush mount, quick inspection portal for aircraft. An object of the invention is to provide a flush inspection portal that will allow quick access into inspection areas. Another object of the invention is to reduce the number of man hours required for periodic inspection of aircraft. Another object of the invention is to reduce the number of man hours required for periodic inspections. Another object of this invention is to provide a flush inspection portal that is durable against extreme temperature changes and vibrations. Another object of the invention is to provide inspection portals that may replace cover plates as an after factory add on or in manufacturing.

Abstract: A flush inspection portal that will allow quick access into inspection areas.

Abstract: A bumper device is attached to a data storage apparatus for dampening externally originated shock loads. The disc drive apparatus comprises a base, a transducer assembly, and a printed circuit board assembly. The printed circuit board assembly is attached to an exterior surface of the base, and a bumper device is attached to the circuit board to engage external surfaces and to absorb shock loads created by an impact from such external surfaces.