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Electrically conductive caster having loop depending rings

US4763383A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 8, 1987
Grant dateAug 16, 1988
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Expiry dateJan 8, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R16/06
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A caster with a constant electrically conductive path defined from the pintle to the surface on which the caster wheels are supported to prevent the build up of static charges which may generate sparks and uncontrolled voltage surges that may damage electronic components or cause combustion in volatile environments.

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