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Two-directional switched driver

US4491773A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 9, 1983
Grant dateJan 1, 1985
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02M19/01
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The specification discloses a two-directional switched driver for use either independently or in a method of controlling production processes and apparatus therefor. The driver, whether used independently or in a process controller, utilizes polarity signals and a retriggerable timer to produce separate forward and reverse output signals which may be used to drive reversible motors or two-directional actuators by way of standard switching techniques. Examples of such uses are the use of most any reversible motor, or two-directional actuators to control mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic circuits, such actuators operated by the driver may be rotational or non-rotational in nature.

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