Remote control system for a locomotive
US7236859B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG10L15/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A remote control system for a locomotive. The remote control system includes a lead controller and follower controller connected to one another over a wireless communication link. The lead controller issues commands over the wireless communication link and those commands are implemented by the follower controller mounted on-board the locomotive. The lead controller is responsive to voice commands uttered by the operator.
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