Continuous haulage system
US5758760A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 18, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jun 2, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G2201/04
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A self-propelled articulated continuous haulage system including an elongated articulated body made up of a plurality of support frames aligned in endy-to-end abutting relationship. A conveyor system is carried by and supported centrally on the support frames. The haulage system includes a pair of endless traction chains carried on opposite sides of the support frames and spanning the length of the body the chains engaging the ground in an operative condition of the system, and a drive for driving the chains to provide tractive and steering effort for the system.
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