Load limiting breakaway device
US11300172B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 2020 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16F2230/06
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system includes a first cylinder. The first cylinder includes a first piston mounted in the first cylinder and a first channel formed in an inner wall of the first cylinder. The first cylinder is configured to hold a pressurized gas. The system further comprises a second cylinder surrounding the first cylinder. The second cylinder comprises a second piston mounted in the second cylinder. The second piston is configured to surround the first cylinder. The second cylinder further comprises a second channel formed in the inner wall of the second cylinder. The second cylinder is configured to hold a pressurized gas. The system further includes one or more seals coupled to the first and second pistons.
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