Field-repair device for a rubber-band track
US6530626B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 7, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49732
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The device (10) is used for temporarily repairing a ruptured or otherwise damaged rubber-band track (50) of a vehicle and allow the vehicle to proceed on its own to the nearest maintenance site or to a convenient location where replacement or permanent repair of the track (50) can be undertaken. A method for temporarily repairing a damaged rubber-band track (50) is also disclosed. The device (10) comprises a plurality of spaced-apart and parallel support members (12), each being transversely disposed on the exterior side (50a) of the track (50). A plurality of linking members (18) is extending between corresponding ends of two adjacent support members (12) and are pivotally connected to each adjacent linking member (18). A plurality of track retention members (30) maintain the device (10) on the track (50). Damaged portions of the track (50) are also positively secured to the device (10) by fasteners or the like to prevent them from moving. The present invention allows a track (50) to be temporarily repaired even if one or a few sections are missing. If necessary, more than one device (10) can be installed on the same track (50).
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