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Brake cable tensioning and calibration system and method

US8800357B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 29, 2012
Grant dateAug 12, 2014
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Expiry dateSep 8, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49718
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Described are various embodiments of a brake cable tensioning system and method. In one embodiment, the system generally comprises a sensor mounted on a support structure for engagement with the cable in sensing a load applied thereby on the sensor, and a tensioning tool for adjusting a tension of the cable responsive to the sensor.

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