| 摘要 |
<p>A suspendible carrier (2) for carrying cargo (14) from an aircraft (4) comprises a detachable ground assembly (12) having a coupling means (22) which includes a vertical shank (24). A pylon (20) holds the coupling in a vertical position. A cargo suspension assembly (10) suspended from a cable (6) has a coupling engagement apparatus comprising a receiving portion to engage the coupling and a retaining portion to retain the coupling transported thereto. The receiving portion includes a panel hinged with a one-way hinge to the engagement apparatus. A release mechanism selectively and individually releases couplings from the suspension assembly. The cargo release mechanism may comprise a release arm (154) and a keeper (152), both pivotally mounted to the suspension assembly (10) and engageable with a coupling. The release arm (154) pivots to a discharge position to discharge a single coupling while the keeper (152) prevents rearward travel of further couplings. In the retainer position, the keeper (152) permits rearward travel of couplings, and the release arm (154) engages a single coupling and prevents its release. <IMAGE></p> |
