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Rail guide wheel apparatus with double overcenter linkage

US5586507A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 24, 1995
Grant dateDec 24, 1996
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Expiry dateJul 24, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60F1/005
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A guide wheel apparatus and vehicle typically used in railroad applications, using the apparatus has a double overcenter linkage arrangement to secure rail wheels in both road and rail positions for respectively traveling on roads and rails. An electric motor is coupled to the linkage by way of a planetary gear train.

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