Non-lethal, rapidly deployed, vehicle immobilizer system
US5829912A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 27, 1996 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01F13/024
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
There is disclosed a transportable device for non-destructively impeding the motion of a land vehicle travelling along a pathway. First and second telescoping devices located on either side of the pathway support a barrier. When the telescoping supports are compressed, the vehicles pass over the barrier unimpeded. When the telescoping supports are extended, the barrier impedes the motion of a land vehicle. At least one deceleration cable mechanically couples the barrier to a braking system. The braking system applies a continuous deceleration force to the vehicle of typically less than 2 g, bringing the vehicle to a stop without damaging either the vehicle or vehicle occupants.
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