Engineering topics
Publications and source records attributed to Holman, E. V..
All-mechanical shock-absorber concept has several advantages over hydraulic devices. Snubbing link automatically adjusts length under light loads, locks at any position when onslaught exceeds design limits for which it is set, and will not leak oil or require periodic servicing. Concept can be incorporated as safety device on material handling systems or as energy absorption device or governor for machines or equipment.
Design, development, and characteristics of latching mechanism for operation in limited access areas
Hinge assembly permits flush mounting of doors and hatches of considerable thickness so that the axis of instant rotation, produced by the hinge, lies outside the panel surface and beyond the perimeter adjacent to the hinge. In operation, motion of the assembly is initially parallel, changing to angular after clearing the panel perimeter.
Latching mechanism that is securely locked by the movement of the operating handle in one direction is used in limited access areas. This mechanism is operated by a force applied to the handle at small angles.