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2007-05-29

2007-05-29

Marcelo, Emmanuel M (Department: 3654)

Implements or apparatus for applying pushing or pulling force

Apparatus for hauling or hoisting load, including driven...

Device includes rotatably driven, cable contacting drum

C242S563000

Reexamination Certificate

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10777920

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a method and apparatus for monitoring the condition of a cable in a human power amplifying lift system. The method and apparatus employ a cable slack sensor and a cable end sensor to override and prevent the lift from continuing to unwind the lift cable when slack or and end of travel limit has been reached.

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