Patent ID: 6662702
Filing Date: 2003-12-16
Classification: B60T,F42B,G05G

Abstract:
A pyrotechnically releasable mechanical device comprising:first and second elements for receiving tensile and compressive force along a common axis, said second element having an end; at least one pyrotechnic component for generating pressurized gas; and at least one locking means linking said first and second mechanical elements along at least one axis; retention means releasable by the pressurized gases generated by igniting the pyrotechnic component, said retention means comprising: a cap integral with a head, said cap having an internal bore for carrying the pyrotechnic component, wherein said head, said second mechanical element end and said internal bore of the cap define a chamber for containing gases generated by the pyrotechnic composition; wherein said locking means comprises at least two jaws pressing on the first mechanical element and gripping said end of the second mechanical element, said jaws having a profile matching a profile of said end and held in place by the cap.