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Method for operating elevators to test brakes

US9061864B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 2, 2011
Grant dateJun 23, 2015
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Expiry dateJan 14, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB66B5/0025
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for operating an elevator having a car driven by a motor and at least one brake to stop the car, the method including closing a brake, increasing a torque of the motor until the car moves, and registering a value indicative of the motor torque at which the car moves.

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