NASA NTRS · 19860000074
Emergency Brake for Tracked Vehicles
Abstract
Caliper brake automatically stops tracked vehicle as vehicle nears end of travel. Bar on vehicle, traveling to right, dislodges block between brake pads. Pads then press against bar, slowing vehicle by friction. Emergencybraking system suitable for elevators, amusement rides and machine tools.
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Green, G. L., Hooper, S. L.. 1986-06-01. Emergency Brake for Tracked Vehicles. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19860000074
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