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Governing device for a spring brake actuator

US4230021A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 11, 1977
Grant dateOct 28, 1980
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Expiry dateOct 11, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60T17/086
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A spring brake actuator has a quick release clutch for deactivating the brake in absence of fluid pressure and a governing device operating the clutch in response to the relative pressures prevailing at the service brake and spring brake cylinders. The governing device comprises a biased pilot valve and a signal valve which permit alternate operation of the brake release clutch manually or automatically.

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