Abstract:
A switching system for a vehicle requiring no moving parts in the road bed or track. A pair of channels positioned at the switch to provide vehicle guidance along the main line and the diverging line, respectively. Guide wheels in the vehicle engaging the track for guidance during normal operation, and auxiliary wheels in the vehicle for use at the switching area for selectively engaging one of the track channels.
Abstract:
An uncoupling rod assembly for railway vehicles having cushioning incorporated therein. The assembly includes telescoping members to accommodate the length of travel and swinging movement of the couplers. The telescoping members are formed from relatively thin stock to reduce the weight of the uncoupling rod assembly.