Document Type and Number:
Japanese Patent JPS5314811
Kind Code:
B2
Abstract:
An apparatus for ensuring that exposed, electrically conductive elements of a vehicle, which elements receive dangerous levels of electrical power and may present a hazard to bystanders, are covered by insulative shields when power is conducted to the elements. In one embodiment, the brush assemblies of an electrically powered, guideway following vehicle are covered by respective insulative shields, during periods when the vehicle is operated off the guideway, for preventing contact with the brushes by bystanders. Means are provided for conducting power to the vehicle through a power cable connectable to one of the insulative shields.
Application Number:
JP4579473A
Publication Date:
May 20, 1978
Filing Date:
April 24, 1973
Export Citation:
International Classes:
B60L5/40; B60L13/00; B60M1/34; B61B13/00; H02H11/00; (IPC1-7): B61B13/00; B60L3/00