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ECP empty/load trainline setting method

US6648425B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 12, 2002
Grant dateNov 18, 2003
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Expiry dateSep 12, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60T17/228
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of controlling the empty/load setting on cars having electropneumatic brakes. A first signal is set to an empty/load status. The first signal and a second signal is transmitted to the cars. The cars set their empty/load status to the status and in response to the receipt of both signals. The cars transmit their empty/load status, and the empty/load status of the cars is received and displayed.

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