Fast track switch
US8371538B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 1, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01B25/12
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system for sequentially switching a plurality of guide ways to accommodate at least one vehicle with a plurality of ground engaging portions following a plurality of plural track segments is provided. The system includes a primary guide way to receive at least one of the plurality of ground engaging portions of the at least one vehicle and a secondary guide way located in proximity to the primary guide way. The secondary guide way may be configured to receive another of the plurality of ground engaging portions of the at least one vehicle. The system may also include a controller configured to sequentially switch the primary guide way and the secondary guide way whereby the at least one vehicle may travel in one direction or in another direction. A method of switching a plurality of guide ways is also presented.
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