Flexible track system

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2009-01-23

2011-11-22

Morano, IV, Joe (Department: 3617)

Railways: surface track

Portable track

Simulated roadbeds

C104SDIG001, C446S444000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08061627

ABSTRACT:
A flexible track system includes at least one track section that includes a main body comprising two opposed side portions and a running surface extending between the two opposed side portions. The two opposed side portions extend at an angle from the running surface. Grooves are formed within the main body to allow flexion of the main body. One or more sets of a plurality of members are formed on, protrude from, and extend in a lengthwise direction along the main body. A constraining section engages a corresponding set of the members. End stops may secure the constraining sections to the main body of the track section. Force is applied to the track section to achieve a desired form or position. The grooves expand or contract in accordance with the applied force, and the constraining sections conform to and retain the applied position even after removal of the force.

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