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Carrier for energy and supply lines

US4669507A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 21, 1986
Grant dateJun 2, 1987
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Expiry dateFeb 21, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02G11/006
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A carrier for energy lines and other supply lines, with the carrier being disposed between a fixed connection and a movable consuming device. The carrier includes a plurality of interlocking tubular link members that can be bent relative to one another. Inwardly disposed parts are provided with outwardly directed stops, and outwardly disposed parts are provided with inwardly directed stops, with these stops effecting the interlocking of the link members. Each of the link members is U-shaped, and is provided on its open side with inwardly directed projections. A flexible cover strip is inserted between the projections, and spans the opening of the link members in a self-supporting manner.

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