Quick change wheel and drive assembly for passenger boarding bridges
US5328252A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60B23/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A wheel assembly and power drive train for use with passenger boarding bridges having a ramp drive system. The wheel assembly includes a wheel rim which is releasably attached to a wheel hub to allow removal of the wheel rim and associate tire without disassembly of the wheel hub and power drive train components mounted on the axle. Worn or flat tires may be replaced without disassembly of the power drive train or components such as bearings mounted on the axle.
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