ROBERT JOSEPH KAHAK
Pilots at 17 Grn Dr, Humble, TX

License number
Texas A0979780
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
7330 17Th Green Dr, Humble, TX 77346

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Method And Apparatus For Testing Hook Release

US Patent:
6098470, Aug 8, 2000
Filed:
Nov 11, 1998
Appl. No.:
9/189573
Inventors:
Thomas M. Donahue - Houston TX
Robert J. Kahak - Humble TX
Mark W. Dunlap - Marrow LA
Peter W. Nimmo - Houston TX
Assignee:
Alexander/Ryan Marine & Safety Co. - Houston TX
International Classification:
G01L 500
US Classification:
7386256
Abstract:
Apparatus and method are provided for testing the release hook mechanism used to release an emergency survival craft from its davit. The test is performed with a selected load applied to the hook mechanism, and is designed to satisfy regulations for no-load and on-load testing of release mechanisms.