Measure wet tank routine comparing its pressure to that of associated tire(s)
US5524481A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 27, 1994 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 27, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C23/00363
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for measuring the pressure of fluid in the wet tank (32) of a central tire inflation system (10) prior to initiating a tire pressure check sequence in order to ensure an accurate tire pressure reading by waiting for a sufficient wet tank pressure. To measure wet tank pressure, the wet tank (32) is isolated from the atmosphere and from a distribution manifold (55). Pressure is measured with an existing pressure transducer (44). Once wet tank pressure is sufficient, a normal tire pressure check sequence is allowed to begin.
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