Semi-automatic method of reconditioning an articulated...

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2005-03-21

2009-02-17

Omgba, Essama (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Repairing

C029S402190, C029S557000, C029S559000, C029S897100, C228S119000, C228S212000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07490393

ABSTRACT:
A semi-automatic method for reconditioning an articulated connector while it is still mounted to the end structure of a rail car is disclosed. The female connector is mounted to a fixture and subsequently appropriately aligned. Weld metal is automatically applied to the worn portion of the female connector while attached to the aligned fixture. The excess weld metal is then automatically machined away so that the connector falls within the required dimensions. A measurement of the weld area can again be taken to ensure that the specified dimensions have been achieved.

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