Imbedded electrical connector
US5586668A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 14, 1994 |
| Grant date | Dec 24, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB61G5/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Electrical connections are provided between coupled railway cars by a connector which mates with the industry standard brake line air hose connector. Electrical contacts may be imbedded in the mating surfaces of two joined connectors, or on modules attached to the standard connector. The valve which admits air to the air hose connector after it is joined to another connector may also actuate a switch which completes electrical circuits when the air valve is opened. In cases where end to end reversal of a railway car would cause interchange of circuits, a compensating switch is provided.
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