Abstract: The invention relates to a guide channel with long, parallel side elements, between which an energy transmission chain can be laid in the longitudinal direction, where the guide channel is composed of several side elements arranged with their face ends next to one another in the longitudinal direction of the channel. In order to create a guide channel which is of low weight, has a visual appearance and shape which permits versatile use, emits little noise and at the same time possesses great stability, it is proposed in accordance with the invention that side elements (1) display dimensionally stable hollow sections and connecting elements (2) be provided between the opposite face ends of side elements (1), by means of which the side elements can be fastened to each other and to a substructure. (FIG.

Abstract: An arrangement for supplying power to an electric locomotive (1) while the locomotive is passing through a section which is not spanned by a contact wire, for example, while passing through a transshipment facility. To supply power to the locomotive (1) which has a current collector (2), a movable supply car (3) is provided, with the movable supply car (3) having an arm (4) on which a current collector bow (5), which simulates a contact wire, is mounted.

Abstract: An article transportation system includes a transporter vehicle driven by an electric power from a battery mounted on the vehicle and a station having a translator apparatus for translating an article to and from the vehicle. The station includes a power receiving unit for receiving electric power for driving the translator apparatus. The transporter vehicle includes power supplying devices for supplying the electric power from the battery to the power receiving unit.

Abstract: A three dimensional parking system (1) includes a plurality of housing stations (X1, Y1, etc.) which are arranged in a vertical direction for accommodating vehicles. A lift compartment (31) is provided adjacent to the housing stations (X1, Y1, etc.). Lifts (4) are vertically movable in the lift compartment while carrying a vehicle thereon. A movable platform (7) carries the vehicle, and is capable of transferring the vehicle to and from the lifts (4). The platform (7) includes drive wheels (9), a drive motor (25) for driving the drive wheels (9), and an energy storage device (19). The energy storage device (19) supplies electrical power to the drive motor (25) when the platform (7) is driven. Therefore, the platform (7) moves between the housing station (X1, Y1, etc.) and the lift compartment (31) under its own ability.

Abstract: A locking apparatus for electrically isolating a trolley-type electrical connector on the end of a conduit on an electrical mining machine or the like, to prevent an electrical connection from being made with the connector. The locking apparatus comprises an open-ended sheath made from an electrically insulating material, slidably mounted on the end of the conduit, to slide between an extended position in which the sheath surrounds the connector, and a retracted position in which the connector projects through the open end of the sheath. The sheath has aligned openings on opposite sides thereof, adjacent the open end of the sheath. A locking member is adapted to extend through the aligned openings and substantially block the open end of the sheath. A retaining cord tethers the locking member to the sheath. A lock can be used to secure the locking member in its position blocking the open end of the sheath.

Abstract: A monitoring device is provided for at least one current pickup of a conveyor truck in a conveyor system running on tracks, whereby when viewed in a direction of travel the current pickup has a profile configuration which changes through wear as the pickup traverses a live rail. The device comprises a receiver for a test signal fixedly mounted on one side of the live rail, a transmitter mounted on the other side of the live rail, a test signal evaluating device that responds to a modified profile configuration of the current pickup resulting from wear, and an alarm signal triggered at a predetermined level of wear of the current pickup.

Abstract: This power source is created by the motors of an electric vehicle, such as a subway train, because when being braked, its motors become generators, and the current created may be used to heat and pump hot and cold water into tall building structures. Primarily, the power source includes an additional circuit in the vehicle, for take-off of the generated current to a motor driven compressor and an electrically heated boiler. The system also includes a compressed air tank, a group of hot water tanks, and a group of cold water tanks.

Abstract: A semi-automated warehousing system for unitized loads, such as load carrying pallets, which are retained in storage racks arranged in a multiple lane, multiple tier array, is disclosed. The system employs a man operated stacker crane that travels upon a fixed rail and serves as a host vehicle for a radio controlled transfer vehicle which is powered by a rechargable battery. An elevator, which forms part of the crane, is mounted between masts of the crane and a man carrying cab is secured to the elevator. The transfer vehicle can move laterally away from the crane, in either direction, in response to radio command signals controlled by the operator in the cab. The transfer vehicle rides on support rails in the storage rack and, upon command, deposits or picks up a pallet. The battery which powers the transfer vehicle is recharged each time the vehicle returns to the elevator portion of the crane.

Abstract: A device for receiving power from a rigid conductor extending in the direction of advance to an electrically driven, rail vehicle, which comprises current collecting members independently supported on a base through elastic members having a low spring constant, as far as possible, within the working ranges. The current collecting member has a higher predetermined vertical level than the average static height of the rigid conductor so as to be displaced back to the average static level of the rigid conductor. The current collecting member is maintained in a resilient condition during operation so that it is responsive to any sudden changes in pressure and thus prevent separation from the rigid conductor.

Abstract: A roadway having a smooth road surface for automotive vehicles includes means for transmitting electric current through the road surface to electrically-operated vehicles travelling thereon. Each electrified traffic lane is provided with at least two spaced parallel electrical contact assemblies mounted with their top surfaces flush with the road surface and in position to be contacted one with a wheel on each side of the vehicle, with the contact assemblies each requiring a predetermined weight thereon to maintain electrical contact with the vehicle wheels. The vehicle employs electrically-conductive tires which roll on the electrically-conductive surface of the contact assemblies, and the current thus picked up is transmitted, through rolling-sliding contacts, conductors, etc. to controls for controlling the operation of the vehicle through individual wheel motors.

Abstract: There is disclosed a set of current collecting elements used for a current collecting roller which feeds current to a transportation apparatus. The set of current collecting elements comprises a plurality of electroconductive elements arranged in juxtaposed relation to one another, said electroconductive elements being tightly and rigidly secured to each other by a lead wire at the lower portion of said elements.The current collecting roller using the present sets of current collecting elements is protected from being damaged by heat being generated between current collecting member and each of the electroconductive elements.

Abstract: An urban mass transportation system is disclosed which makes use of storage battery powered vehicles. In view of the specific use which implies preestablished routing of the vehicles and preestablished stops at frequent intervals, the capacity of the batteries installed in each vehicle is commensurate to the capability of running for a limited distance. The vehicles are further provided with contact means, such as trolleys, for performing a fast recharge of the batteries at the stop stations, without removing the batteries. The stop stations are equipped with devices mating with the contact means and suitable for allowing a fast recharge. Electrical power is taken from an electrical distribution network independently from the routing of the vehicles.