Force sensitive coupler for trains
US7926427B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 22, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63H19/18
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A model train car having a union with a force sensor is disclosed. The force sensor is configured to measure the amount of force acting on the coupler. The information gathered from the force sensor may work in conjunction with a communication link or a local control unit so that realistic train effects can be produced reflecting the change in force being felt by the model train.
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