James A Fernz

US Patent:

46051864, Aug 12, 1986

Filed:

Feb 16, 1984

Appl. No.:

6/580796

Inventors:

James A. Fernz - Wichita KS

Assignee:

The Boeing Company - Seattle WA

International Classification:

B64D 3300

US Classification:

244110B

Abstract:

A vibration isolation device connected to a drag arm of a blocker door assembly in a jet engine thrust reverser unit. The isolation device providing for preload, travel and vibration dampening of the drag arm on the blocker door assembly.

US Patent:

47921072, Dec 20, 1988

Filed:

Jul 31, 1986

Appl. No.:

6/891302

Inventors:

James A. Fernz - Wichita KS
Claude W. Engelke - Wichita KS

Assignee:

The Boeing Company - Seattle WA

International Classification:

B64F 112

US Classification:

244115

Abstract:

An airship telescopic boom adapted for mounting on an airship for securing airship mooring lines when docking the airship. The boom may be used for the handling of a fuel line in the refueling of the airship, transferring of airship supplies and equipment, and similar applications. The boom reduces the requirement for a large ground crew and possible injury to related personnel.

US Patent:

49094424, Mar 20, 1990

Filed:

Oct 19, 1988

Appl. No.:

7/262192

Inventors:

James A. Fernz - Wichita KS

Assignee:

The Boeing Company - Seattle WA

International Classification:

F02K 160

US Classification:

23926529

Abstract:

An actuation system for pivoting a blocker door and blocking and redirecting airflow through cascades during thrust reversal of an aircraft. The system is operated when an engine nacelle thrust reverser sleeve assembly is opened and then closed.