Pentti Ahtonen

Title: Pentti Ahtonen and Aircraft Structural Innovations.

Introduction

Pentti Ahtonen is an inventor associated with Kuhmo, Finland, and Patria Aerostructures Oy. His work focuses on aircraft structures and components designed to support engines and actuators. He is credited with 2 patents.

Latest Patents

Ahtonen’s listed patents address aircraft wing support and pivoting-panel construction.

“Aircraft wing, fastening arrangement, and intermediate support” describes an intermediate support positioned between transverse wing ribs to provide a fastening point for a motor. Its vertical side parts are connected at the lower portion by a horizontal bottom part, which supports a fastening lug.

“Pivoting panel for aircraft, and composite support piece” concerns a composite support piece incorporated into an aircraft panel’s frame structure. An extension portion allows an actuator connection fitting to be fastened and distributes forces across the panel’s structures.

Career Highlights

Ahtonen’s patent work reflects an emphasis on practical aircraft engineering, including secure motor attachment and effective transfer of actuator forces through structural components. His listed company affiliation is Patria Aerostructures Oy.

Collaborations

Ahtonen’s named coworkers include Antti Aho-Mantila and Mikko Hoffrén. Their shared professional context is associated with aircraft structures and related engineering work.

Conclusion

Pentti Ahtonen’s two listed patents highlight contributions to aircraft wing support and pivoting-panel design, with a focus on fastening and force distribution.