Neutral-centering valve control system

Motors: expansible chamber type – With motive fluid valve – For double-acting motor

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91434, 91465, 137596, 13762569, F15B 1304

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053179536

ABSTRACT:
A valve control system for controlling the operation of a pressure fluid-activated device such as a hydraulic cylinder includes a valve housing having an internal, sealed valve chamber therein. A valve spool is slidably disposed for lengthwise movement within the valve chamber, the valve spool having a valve member for selectively admitting a pressure fluid through passages in the vale housing. A movable handle for manual operation of the valve is connected to the valve spool by a connecting mechanism, whereby movement of the handle causes lengthwise movement of the valve spool relative to the valve housing. A neutral-centering tactile feedback mechanism applies a return force to the handle when the handle is in an operative position. The return force varies in proportion to the pressure of the pressure fluid within the valve, which pressure actuates the device. The feedback mechanism ceases to apply the return force when the handle returns to a neutral position. The load, however, remains pressurized, permitting an arm or tool operated by a suitable device, such as a hydraulic cylinder, to remain in position. For example, an excavator arm could remain suspended in mid-air without need for the operator to hold the handle, providing enhanced convenience and safety.

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Electrohydraulic Valves and Servosystems, pp. 95-96, (undated).

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