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Proportional braking system with dual poppet valves

US5609401A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 21, 1995
Grant dateMar 11, 1997
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Expiry dateFeb 21, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60T8/4872
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A brake system with a direct connection between the master cylinder and wheel brake through an isolation valve and dual normally closed poppet style control valves provides efficient, proportional and independent wheel control suitable for use in achieving anti-lock braking and traction control braking intervention functions.

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