Encoder bearing hub assembly for rail vehicles
US11958510B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 15, 2021 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2326/10
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure generally relates to a bearing hub assembly of a rail guide wheel apparatus for a rail vehicle. The bearing hub assembly may couple rail wheels to the rail guide wheel apparatus. The rail guide wheel apparatus may be included on a Hi-Rail vehicle or any other vehicle configured to travel along railroad tracks. The bearing hub assembly includes a sensor that is integrally mounted within the bearing hub assembly. The sensor collects information associated with rotation of the rail wheels. Information collected by the sensor may be used to determine a speed, direction, location, and/or distance traveled of the rail vehicle.
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