Automatic parking brake for a rail vehicle
US7140477B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 9, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB61H13/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A parking brake for a rail vehicle can automatically lock the rail vehicle brakes in an applied position, such as by clamping the brake cylinder push rod to prevent retraction from an applied position to a release position. An actuator can operate the parking brake, and a manual release can also be provided.
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