Oscillation control system and method
US10040327B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 10, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/30
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An oscillation brake system and method is disclosed for a vehicle having front and rear vehicle sections coupled with an oscillation joint that allows rotation about an oscillation axis. The system includes front and rear brake sections rigidly coupled to the front and rear vehicle sections, respectively. The rear vehicle section has multiple degrees of freedom of movement relative to front vehicle section. When the oscillation brake is activated the front brake section engages the rear brake section to increase resistance against or prevent rotation about the oscillation axis. The system can also include sensors, and a controller that activates the system based on the sensor readings. The sensors can include accelerometers, pressure, position, speed or other sensors. The oscillation brake can include a hub splined to separator plates and a housing splined to friction plates, where the oscillation brake is activated to force the separator and friction plates together.
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