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Cushioned brake beam wear plate

US6367590B1 · kind B1 · utility

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21Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 23, 2000
Grant dateApr 9, 2002
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Expiry dateJun 23, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB61H13/36
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention includes a brake beam wear plate or guide for mounting in brake beam guide brackets of railroad car truck side frames and having upper and lower walls which define a slideway for the brake beam lugs. The brake beam wear plate includes a relatively thick rubber cushioning pad on the lower wall to insulate the brake beam lug from vibration shocks and forces and thereby enhance the life of the brake beam.

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