Abstract: A Balance and Walking Trainer for improving the ability to walk, particularly for relearning to walk, which includes a base frame, three pairs of wheel casters, one front pair, one center pair aligned centrally with the user, and one rear pair, which is smaller in diameter than the front and center pairs and which floats above the ground. The Balance and Walking Trainer further comprises two pairs of telescoping risers affixed essentially vertical and also perpendicular to the base frame, wherein the first pair of telescoping risers are aligned substantially with the center wheels. In order for correct body mechanics to be maintained, a user may “scoop” his hands onto the handles to operate the Balance and Walking Trainer with correct body mechanics.

Abstract: A mobile galley cart including a wheeled insulated housing having a door configured to open to access to the interior of the housing, a thermoelectric chiller mounted near the bottom of the cart, cold air ducting in fluid communication with the thermoelectric chiller and opening to the interior of the housing, and warm air ducting including a warm air exhaust arranged to exhaust warm air from the mobile galley cart. A mobile galley cart system including a cart configured to dock at a separate service wall to provide service connections therebetween.

Abstract: A mobile galley cart including a wheeled insulated housing having a door configured to open to access to the interior of the housing, a thermoelectric chiller mounted near the bottom of the cart, cold air ducting in fluid communication with the thermoelectric chiller and opening to the interior of the housing, and warm air ducting including a warm air exhaust arranged to exhaust warm air from the mobile galley cart. A mobile galley cart system including a cart configured to dock at a separate service wall to provide service connections therebetween.

Abstract: An aircraft cabin partition monument comprising a partition wall element and a stowage compartment. The stowage compartment includes a cover plate element and at least one sidewall element. The stowage compartment is convertible between a state of rest, wherein the cover plate and the sidewall element extend substantially parallel to the partition wall element, and a state of operation, wherein the cover plate element and the sidewall element extend relative to the partition wall element such that the cover plate element and the sidewall element define a stowage space arranged adjacent to the partition wall element.

Abstract: A brake assembly for use with a portable generator includes a frame, a shaft, a brake surface, and an actuator. The frame is designed to be attached to the portable generator. The shaft is supported by the frame, and the brake surface is connected to an end of the shaft. The actuator includes a foot pedal, a cam, and a pivot, where the pivot is coupled to both the foot pedal and the cam and provides for rotation of the foot pedal and the cam about a portion of the frame. The cam of the actuator translates the shaft between a released position and a braked position during operation of the brake assembly.

Abstract: A pedal (10) is formed from a single molding and includes first and second arms (12, 14), each provided with an over molded marker (16, 18). The pedal (10) has two fittings (20, 22) for coupling with a brake actuator rod (24) and a coupling member (26) respectively. A castor (40) includes a wheel (42) which can rotate about a bushing (44) and a coupling shaft (46). Within the shaft (46) there is provided a brake mechanism for locking the wheel (42). A base frame (80) for a bed includes longitudinal and transverse struts (52, 54) arranged in a rectangular form, with four castors (40) and four associated pedal assemblies (10). Two actuator rods (24) are provided, one for each pair of opposing pedal assemblies (10), while two connecting elements (26) are provided, one for each pair of side-by-side pedal assemblies (10). All the pedals and thus all the brake mechanisms are coupled to one another through the two actuator rods (24) and two coupling elements (26).

Abstract: A pole wheel is described, which can be connected to a wheel hub of a motor vehicle. The pole wheel comprises an annular-shaped wheel ring extending in a radial plane, and forming an outer edge comprising a plurality of openings arranged at substantially equal angular distances in relation to each other. The pole wheel also includes a dimensionally stable stop formed directly or indirectly on the wheel ring. The stop engages the brake disc connected to the wheel hub such that the brake disc is retained in an axial direction.

Abstract: A braking device for an industrial truck, comprising a hydraulic brake cylinder which is coupled to an actuating element and is connected with at least one hydraulic brake associated with a wheel of the industrial truck via a brake line wherein another hydraulic brake cylinder is connected to the hydraulic brake line, the second brake cylinder is coupled to an electromagnet, and am emergency stop device is provided which supplies a braking signal to the electromagnet to actuate the second brake cylinder.

Abstract: A rear wheel synchronous brake system used in a pushcart such as a baby jogging stroller is disclosed to include two rear brakes respectively coupled to the two rear wheels of the baby jogging stroller, a hand control unit mounted on the handle of the baby jogging stroller at the top, and two brake lines coupled between the brake lever of the hand control unit and the two rear brakes for driving the rear brakes to brake the two rear wheels of the baby jogging stroller synchronously when the user pulling the brake lever.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cordless braking system for a mobility-aiding device, such as a wheeled walker (a rollator) or a transport chair. The cordless braking system includes a brake actuating linkage, disposed inside the leg and handlebar members of the mobility-aiding device, which extends during height adjustment of the handlebars. The brake-actuating linkage and the leg/handlebar of the mobility-aiding device are designed to enable a locking pin or bolt to extend all the way therethrough to ensure that all of the height-adjustable members are secured together during use.

Abstract: A pole for a hand pallet truck that includes a pole bar which is linked to a support for a steerable wheel at its lower end and connected to a loop-shaped handle at the other end. An operating device is disposed within the space defined by the handle. The operating device is attached to a holding extension projecting into the handle in prolongation of the bar, and is connectable to a lifting apparatus of the hand pallet truck via a traction and/or pushing element. If applicable, it is connectable via a second traction and/or pushing element to a brake of the hand pallet truck, wherein an operating lever is disposed on either side of the extension. The operating levers are pivotally mounted on the holding extension in a plane essentially defined by the handle.

Abstract: A wagon and brake assembly includes a wagon including a platform having a top surface, a handle section attached to a proximal platform end, and sides protruding upwardly from the platform. The platform is provided with a bore that is intercalated between the platform top and bottom surfaces. Wheels are conjoined to the wagon. A rear axle has opposed ends attached to the rear wheels and is distally spaced from the bore. A pair of support brackets has opposed ends abutted with the platform bottom surface and the axle. A braking mechanism is included for inhibiting a rotational movement of the axle and the rear pair of wheels. The braking mechanism is engageable with the axle while being spaced therefrom, is spaced from the rear pair of wheels, and is medially disposed therebetween such that a user can quickly and efficiently access the braking mechanism during operating conditions.

Abstract: A park brake linkage includes a pivotable park brake actuating handle, a park brake bell crank rotatably mounted on a cross shaft, an arm extending radially from the park brake bell crank, and a single connector between the handle and the firs arm to transmit pivoting movement of the handle to rotational movement of the park brake bell crank. A second arm may extend radially and laterally from the park brake bell crank, which may be used to turn a left brake bell crank and a right brake bell crank, each of which may be secured to a separate brake camshaft. Each camshaft has a cam lobe extending therefrom to apply a brake.

Abstract: A braking device for an industrial truck, comprising a hydraulic brake cylinder which is coupled to an actuating element and is connected with at least one hydraulic brake associated with a wheel of the industrial truck via a brake line wherein another hydraulic brake cylinder is connected to the hydraulic brake line, the second brake cylinder is coupled to an electromagnet, and am emergency stop device is provided which supplies a braking signal to the electromagnet to actuate the second brake cylinder.

Abstract: A wagon includes a cart body having front and rear wheel units mounted on a bottom side. A steering rod is connected pivotally to a pivot seat that is connected to the front wheel unit. A wheel braking device includes a transmission unit interconnecting the steering rod and a pair of brake plates that are connected pivotally to a rear end of the cart body. The steering rod is operable so as to dispose the cart body in a selected one of a movable state, wherein the steering rod is pivoted away from a front end of the cart body such that the brake plates are moved by the transmission unit rearwardly and away from the rear wheel unit, and a stationary state, wherein the steering rod is pivoted toward the front end such that the brake plates are moved by the transmission unit forwardly and toward the rear wheel unit.

Abstract: Arrangement for brake actuation of a hand track operated by a tiller 4 provided with a handle (6) in which a first lever (12) is pivotally journalled. This fist lever is via a wire (16) or the like connected to a brake means, and movement of the first lever (12) influence the brake means between the braking and releasing positions, said first lever (12) being biased towards the brake releasing position. A second lever (18) is also pivotally journalled in the handle (6). The first and second levers (12, 18) include respective mechanical lock parts (22, 24) arranged to cooperate with each other so that the first lever (12) is locked when the first and second levers (12, 18) are in the braking position.

Abstract: A brake system for a wheeled walker frame having two walker frame legs with two telescopically adjustable frame tubes, of which one frame tube supports in its upper region a handle and a brake lever and the other is provided in its lower region with a brake device for braking a wheel. A telescopically adjustable brake rod is disposed within the frame tubes, between the brake lever and the brake device, and includes two parallel rods of which one is interconnected with the brake lever and the other is interconnected with the brake device. An axial longitudinal adjustment of the frame tubes to the desired vertical position synchronously causes a corresponding alteration of the length of the brake rod. At least one device is provided for locking the frame tubes and the parallel rods.

Abstract: The braking system for movable container or trolley (1) is formed from three different, separate modules, namely in each case one brake module (20) on each brakeable wheel, at least one pedal module (30) and a connecting and transmission module (40) with sliding rods (42) connecting the pedal modules to all the brake modules. The brake module is operated by means of working surfaces (46) on the sliding rods (42) and has a lifting device (22) for operating the wheel brake (25). This leads to a rational, easily installable and easily operable braking system with reliable braking characteristics.

Abstract: Lever-mounted brake pads are applicable to two non-swiveling wheels at the rear of a hand truck. The pads are normally spaced away from the wheel treads by return springs. A foot pedal at the front of the truck is operable between two positions, one of them being a "brake off" position, and the other being a "brake on" position. Cranks are connected to the pedal and have links and cables associated with them and with the brake pad levers whereby the pedal, operating through the cables, is useful to either simultaneously apply both brakes in one pedal position, or simultaneously release both brakes in the other pedal position. The return springs keep the cables taut when the brakes are off. An over-center arrangement on the cranks and links, together with an appropriately positioned stop in the "brake on" pedal position self-energizes to keep the brakes on until intentionally released.

Abstract: A combination of a snowmobile with its carrying dolly in which the dolly is provided with a leg-like mechanism engageable with the propulsion track of the snowmobile as the snowmobile is loaded onto or unloaded from the dolly. This engagement causes the leg to contact the surface on which the dolly stands, thus acting as a brake to hold the dolly in position during the processes of loading and unloading.

Abstract: An integrated throttle position validation sensor includes electrically independent throttle position and position validation components responsive to a single mechanical input applied to a protective sensor housing. By suitable mounting to the throttle control device, the mechanical input corresponds to accelerator pedal position. Within the sensor housing a potentiometer moves with the mechanical input whereby a variable voltage throttle position signal is generated. Also, within the housing a separate validation switch responsive to the mechanical input provides an independent representation of throttle control device position in the form of, for example, a bi-state validation signal. The sensor integrates previous separate throttle control position and position validation functions into a single environmentally secure housing which requires no calibration. The integrated sensor is more reliable and less costly than previously available separate throttle control and idle validation functions.

Abstract: In a wheel and brake device for a transportation vehicle with pivotal wheels, a particularly simple brake operation may be achieved by placing a brake activating structure at each end of the vehicle and connecting it to a brake lever. The device comprises only one pedal at opposite ends. The pedals are arranged to be activated in only one direction irrespective of whether a braking or a releasing operation is to be performed. Each pedal is connected to a swinglebar by brake levers, the swinglebar also being connected to a cam follower. The cam follower runs along a cam track defining two fixed resting positions for the cam follower. In one of the resting positions, tabs on a brake block will engage with teeth firmly connected to the wheels.

Abstract: A recreation cart is provided, wherein the cart structure permits the selective securement of a foldable seat structure mounted to the cart, wherein the seat structure includes a plurality of sockets to receive the seat structure in a fixed orientation relative to the cart organization in use.

Abstract: An improved parking brake is provided for use on a movable machine, in particular a lift truck with an elevating platform. A pin-type brake is provided with a buffered slide mechanism which engages and disengages a slotted disc mounted on a wheel to brake the machine while not in use. The buffered slide mechanism provides a delay for the slide mechanism when the slide and apertures in the slotted disc are not in precise alignment, and automatically engages or disengages the brake when the slide and disc apertures are in alignment. The brake also reduces wear on the internal cylinder components by providing a slide supported at its ends by guides and pivotally linked to the cylinder mechanism.

Abstract: A shopping cart has a foot brake assembly added as an improvement. The assembly comprises a shopping cart caster frame variable length mounting bracket with a worm clamp for mechanically attaching the brake housing and subsequent brake assembly to the shopping cart caster frame. The brake mechanism itself is comprised of a toggle pedal, connector arms, a brake arm, a brake foot travel adjuster rod, a brake foot, aligning and lubricating spacers, as well as required tension pins. The pedal is pivotably attached to the connector arms and pivotably attached to the brake housing. The connector arms are pivotably attached to the brake arm which is pivotably attached to the brake housing. the brake foot travel adjuster rod is screwed into the brake arm and is bonded to the brake foot. The brake foot engages the shopping cart caster wheel when the toggle pedal is depressed by a downward force applied by the operator's foot to the rear portion of the top surface of the toggle pedal.

Abstract: A friction brake is associated with the single wheel of a wheelbarrow. A cable extends from the brake to a belt having a quick release mechanism and worn by the operator of the wheelbarrow. When tension is applied to the cable, as when the wheelbarrow moves away from the operator, braking force is applied to the wheel.

Abstract: In order to increase the efficiency of space utilization in a palletized goods store in which loaded pallets (1) are arranged in rows (2, 3) with alleys (4) therebetween, each loaded pallet (1) is carried on a wheeled trolley (7A). Where it is required to introduce a loaded pallet (1A) into a space (10) present anywhere along each row (2), the wheeled trolleys are arranged to move transversely of a row whereby the loaded pallet (1A) can first be transported by a fork lift truck (11) down an alley (4) opposite to said space (10), and then moved transversely on a wheeled trolley (7A) into said space (10). In this manner, it is unnecessary for the truck (11) to effect a quarter-turn in the alley (4) whereby the latter can be of a much smaller width than normal. Where the store is to be operated on a first-in, first-out basis, the wheeled trolleys in a row are arranged for movement longitudinally of the row.

Abstract: A hand brake apparatus for installation on wheeled trucks of the type having a load supporting frame and at least two laterally opposed support wheels having a fixed direction supporting the frame for movement over the ground and a handle portion for moving and directing the load supporting frame. One embodiment of the apparatus comprises a singular tubular housing attached to the load supporting frame horizontally between and parallel to the rotational axis of two laterally opposed support wheels having a fixed direction. A pair of opposed extensible wheel engaging members carried within the housing extend outwardly from each end thereof and are provided with a resilient brake disc to engage the sidewall of the stationarily mounted support wheels and thereby prevent rotation of the wheels. A compression spring maintains the extensible wheel engaging members in a normally retracted position spaced inwardly adjacent the wheel sidewall.

Abstract: A brake for a substantially light-constructed transport carriage includes a frame part, wheels and a part for drawing the carriage, the draw part being turnably carried in the frame part so that it can be lifted into vertical position to produce a braking effect. The problems encountered in existing brake mechanisms include wear and consequent abundant need of maintenance, and unreliable operation of the brakes. These are solved by arranging in the carriage between the draw means and the wheels, preferably the front wheels, a mechanism by which the front wheels turn in opposite directions when the draw part is lifted into its upper position.

Abstract: A braking arrangement adapted for use in connection with a rollable cart employed in commercial airplanes includes a longitudinal base plate, which has relatively narrow end portions of a predetermined width, and two roller pairs mounted on the base plate. At least one brake mechanism is mounted on the base plate, and acts on a corresponding roller pair. The brake mechanism includes a brake rod in parallel with an axle of the roller pair, a mounting plate for the brake rod located between the rollers, which has a recess on its lower side, and a rotary disc mounted within the recess of the mounting plate, which, in turn, has a downwardly projecting portion provided with two entrainment lugs. A guide for the brake rod is mounted on the mounting plate for restraining lateral movement of the brake rod, while permitting a movement of it along a substantially vertical direction.

Abstract: A cart having a spring biased wheel lock, handle actuated release means for the lock, automatic lock release means actuated by a nested cart, and an intercart coupling means.

Abstract: A shopping cart including a wheeled basket having a hinged cover and locks both for the cover and for the wheels. Mechanism is provided whereby the wheels are locked when the cover is open, and unlocked when the cover is closed, although the wheel lock may be operated manually if the cover is held open by overloading the cart. A key lock mechanism is provided for locking both the wheels and the cover in the event the user desires to leave the cart unattended.

Abstract: A brake system for a cart having at least two non-pivotal wheels. A pair of heels are fixedly mounted on a rotatable axle which has a pair of hubs keyed thereto. A brake disc is associated with each hub and is restrained from rotation but is movable relative to the longitudinal axis of the axle. A brake element is provided for each disc and has a movable shoe and a fixed shoe so that, upon actuation of the brake element, the movable shoe engages one side of the disk and moves the disk into contact with the fixed shoe. The brake element is normally in a locked or braking condition and is unlocked by hydraulic means. Both brake elements are operated by a single control unit.