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Traction devices for elastomeric tracks, and related methods

US11560191B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 19, 2020
Grant dateJan 24, 2023
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Expiry dateJun 9, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D55/244
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A traction device for an elastomeric track comprises a first bracket comprising a first portion comprising a tapered surface and a second portion configured to be removably coupled to the first portion to define a U-shaped channel configured to receive at least a portion of an elastomeric track, a first chain coupled to the first bracket at a first end of the first chain, a second bracket coupled to a second end of first chain opposite the first bracket, and a plate coupled to the first chain between the first bracket and the second bracket, the plate configured to substantially prevent the first chain from entering the recesses of the elastomeric track. Related traction devices and methods of attaching a traction device to an elastomeric track are also disclosed.

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