Support systems and methods for a transportation system
US10266184B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 24, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB61B13/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A transportation system includes a tube defining an interior channel. A vehicle is configured to travel through the interior channel. At least one tension support couples the tube to ground. The tension support(s) exerts tension force into the tube. The tension force exerted into the tube reduces deflection of the tube when the vehicle travels through the interior channel over the tension support(s).
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