Braking system for electromagnetic motors
US10995809B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 8, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02P15/00
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mechanical brake for arresting movement of the output shaft of a linear electric motor, comprising a pivotally mounted plate having a space for receiving the output shaft of the motor; an electrically operated holding device contacting a free end of the plate and arranged to hold the plate in a condition to permit movement of the output shaft and to permit the plate to pivot to a jamming position; wherein the electrically operated holding device comprises a solenoid to control the movement of the plate.
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