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Dynamic rack cabinet stability testing

US8935952B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateJun 27, 2012
Grant dateJan 20, 2015
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Expiry dateJul 16, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F30/23
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for stability testing of a wheeled assembly includes a straight fulcrum fixed relative to a horizontal surface. The straight fulcrum includes a straight edge parallel to the horizontal surface and located a first height above the horizontal surface. A first position mechanism includes a first position angle. The first position mechanism and straight edge define the first position angle as an obtuse angle and define a test area. A force mechanism vertically offset from the straight edge. The force mechanism applies a force to the wheeled assembly so when the wheeled assembly is positioned in a first position with one side of the wheeled assembly parallel to the first position angle, the force mechanism pulls the wheeled assembly in a direction toward a second position and the wheeled assembly rotates on a vertical axis. The second position includes a portion of the wheeled assembly contacting the straight edge.

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