Outrigger power mechanism
US4596404A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 9, 1985 |
| Grant date | Jun 24, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F9/085
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An outrigger construction for raising and supporting selected portions of a railer or other wheeled vehicle, e.g. to provide a level stable vehicle attitude while the vehicle is located on sloping terrain. The principal feature of interest is a low-cost power mechanism for operating the outrigger. In one case the power mechanism comprises a winch-cable system. In another instance the power mechanism comprises a level-link assembly.
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