Automatic switch plate lubrication assembly
US12134414B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 24, 2023 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 24, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB61K3/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for remotely lubricating a rail switch plate, the system comprising at least one lubricant distribution nozzle mounted proximate a rail switch arm such that when the rail switch arm is in a first position, the at least one lubricant distribution nozzle is positioned above and over the rail switch plate and wherein a lubricant supply vessel and pump therefor are positioned at a location spaced apart from the rail switch arm and wherein the lubricant supply vessel is fluidically connected to the at least one distribution nozzle for directing lubricant through the nozzle to the switch plate.
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