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Model railcar for cleaning model train track

US10335701B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 7, 2014
Grant dateJul 2, 2019
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Expiry dateNov 13, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB08B5/04
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides a model railcar for cleaning, which can remove an oxide film and an oil film from the surface of rails and can simultaneously remove fine metal components, such as metal powder. The model railcar for cleaning comprises: a fan arranged towards a train track; a dust collecting chamber for containing alien substances drawn in by the fan; a cleaning block having a cleaning pad attached to a surface of the model train track, which faces the rails, a member capable of polishing or washing the rails being positioned on the cleaning pad; and a permanent magnet positioned to face the model train track.

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