Pneumatic uphill anti-runback device
US5493949A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 23, 1993 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60T13/57
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This device, which is intended for vehicles equipped with a brake system comprising a pneumatic brake booster (1) and a master cylinder (2), enables the braked vehicle to be held back on an upslope. It comprises an inclinometric valve (12) which under certain conditions prevents the booster (1) from returning to its position of rest.
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