Coupling mechanism for coupling together a pusher tug and a barg

Details Coupling mechanism for coupling together a pusher tug and a barg Coupling mechanism for coupling together a pusher tug and a barg

1977-09-29

1979-08-28

Sotelo, Jesus D.

Ships

Towing or pushing

Coupling means

B63B 2158

Patent

active

041657055

ABSTRACT:
The coupling mechanism comprises a pair of spaced connecting rods secured to the stern of a barge and apparatus mounted on the tug for receiving the connecting rods. The rod receiving apparatus comprises a pair of vertical circular disc members each having a diameter smaller than the spacing between the connecting rods. Contact members are secured to the peripheries of the circular disc members to form a V shaped groove therebetween for receiving the connecting rods. The circular disc members are urged toward each other by a spring, and stop members are provided to limit the rotational movement of the circular disc members. A cushion member is provided to absorb the shock created when the tug and barge are coupled together. Further, a holding device is provided for holding the coupling mechanism in an operative state or in an inoperative state.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3430601 (1969-03-01), Thompson

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