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Tow line accumulator

US4020768A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 21, 1975
Grant dateMay 3, 1977
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Expiry dateJul 21, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB61B10/04
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tow line accumulator is provided having at least one conveyor chain track or channel which is stationary and associated with first and second movable control members. The control members cause a tow pin on a driverless tow vehicle to lose contact with a pusher dog on the conveyor chain whereby the vehicle will come to a stop at the accumulator.

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