Automatic application hand brake applied sensor
US7014275B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60T17/228
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In a hand brake control system for a hand brake on a railway vehicle, a sensor detects if a spool in a fluid pressure force regulating valve of the hand brake control system is in a first position to ensure that such hand brake has been applied after an apply-hand-brake procedure has been completed.
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