Railways – Turntables – Actuators
Patent
1987-11-23
1989-01-10
Spar, Robert J.
Railways
Turntables
Actuators
104 44, 104 45, 104 46, 414537, B65G 6704
Patent
active
047965371
ABSTRACT:
The invention provides a sturdy substantially rectangular scow-like turntable platform with retractable wheels for mobility and turntable mechanics for the use of heavy trucks. The turntable platform is towable and can be used with wheels down or with wheels retracted for bottom surface friction stabilization. A trailer is provided with powering devices and controls for operating the turntable motor and the various ram activated devices. The turntable motor and the rams can be powered by pressurized hydraulic fluid or by compressed air.
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Bucci David A.
Spar Robert J.
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