DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MOVING CARGO

摘要

A device and method for moving cargo above a floor inside an aircraft comprises a rigid under-floor. The device comprises a body part for supporting the weight of the cargo, lifting means and for lowering the body part from its lifted position into a retracted position, and a drive unit for moving the body part . The method comprises the steps of providing at least two devices in an aircraft, positioning the devices beneath the cargo, wherein the body parts of the devices are in their retracted positions. The body parts are lifted such that the weight of the cargo is supported by the body parts and the cargo is lifted above the floor. The cargo is then moved to a desired position and lowered into their retracted positions such that the cargo is lowered and the devices are moved away vertically from the cargo.

主权项

1. A device for moving cargo along a floor inside of an aircraft, comprising:
a body part which is designed for supporting the weight of the cargo, lifting means which are arranged for lifting the body part into a lifted position and for lowering the body part from its lifted position into a retracted position, and a drive unit which is arranged for moving the body part.