PRESSURE COMPENSATING AIR CURTAIN FOR AIR CUSHION SUPPORTED CARGO LOADING PLATFORM

摘要

The present disclosure includes cargo loading systems and components including cargo systems utilizing one or more air cushions to elevate one or more cargo shuttles. The air cushions are formed by one or more air curtains, which include pressure compensating seals. The seals allow the air curtains to contact and seal against a floor panel, reducing leakage from the air cushion.

主权项

1. A pressure compensating air cushion of a cargo system, comprising:
an air cushion formed by an air curtain positioned within a channel of a frame; and a pressure compensating seal comprising a seal spring positioned above and configured to exert a downward pressure on the air curtain.