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US 5,395,083 AGranted
Tether and foot restraining device, securing handrail bracket
AssigneeCanadian Space Agency
InventorJames C. Hastie
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Abstract
A tether, and foot restraining device, securing handrail bracket is provided, suitable for use by an astronaut performing tasks outside a spacecraft, comprising a handrail column having a foot restraining socket and anchor pin. The column is attached to a mounting flange which has an upstanding, column reinforcing rib provided with a tether securing aperture.
Claims5
A tether, foot restraining device, and handrail securing bracket, comprising:
- a) a column with a base end having:
- i) a handrail securing means for immovably securing a handrail for the handrail to extend laterally from an upper portion of the column, and
- ii) a foot restraining device securing means for mounting a foot restraining device in an immovable manner to extend upwardly from the column at a position clear of the handrail,
- b) a column mounting flange attached to the base end of the column and extending laterally therefrom, and
- c) an upstanding, column reinforcing and tether securing rib attached between the flange and the column, the reinforcing rib having tether securing means disposed clear of the handrail securing means.
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