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Tubular linear motor driven elevator

US5300737A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 24, 1992
Grant dateApr 5, 1994
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Expiry dateMar 24, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB66B11/0407
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A linear motor driven elevator comprises: a cab capable of upward and downward movement; a linear motor comprising a movable element and a stationary element; a counterweight attached to the movable element such that the movable element is disposed thereon out of register with the center of gravity of the counterweight; and a rope connecting the cab and the counterweight at the center of gravity of the counterweight.

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