Modular track switch adjustment bar

Abstract

The invention refers to an adjustment bar for modular track switch, according to this invention, it consists of an elongated bar body, transversally placed underneath the track switch points, which comprises two fixation elements on specific areas to be fixed, through fixation means, to the inner section of the plate of every track switch point, in order to maintain a constant separation of such pair of points, within a track switch assembly. Such elongated bar body must include, at least on one end, some boreholes for the insertion of fixation means to fix such end of the adjustment bar to an actuation bar, connected to a switch shaft to allow the mechanical activation to pull or push such actuation bar to move the points.

Description

[0001]This application claims the benefit of Mexican application number: MX / a / 2015 / 013857 filed on Sep. 30, 2015. The content of this document and the entire disclosure of publications, patents, and patent documents mentioned herein are incorporated by reference.INVENTION FIELD[0002]The innovation herein is associated to the rail industry in general. It is particularly related to railroad switch points and, specifically, it refers to a modular track switch adjustment bar.INVENTION BACKGROUND[0003]The railroad industry requires railroad switch points for tracks that allow the trains to deviate from the track path, which are located at the beginning of the railway line.[0004]A switch stand is a railroad line device that allows the trains to change from one track to the other. The switch points are the structure on the track used to switch the train wheels from one track to the other.[0005]The switch point can be right or left, according to its location in relation to a guard rail loca...

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Benefits of technology

This patent is about a new adjustment bar for modular track switches that solves the problem of derailments and ensures accurate, safe, and optimal assembly and adjustment when in contact with the point and the support rail. The adjustment bar is also structurally simple, easy to install, and count on excellent operation quality. Additionally, the bar's modular structure allows preventive maintenance to ensure operation safety and a long lifespan of the point.

Problems solved by technology

One of the issues of the track switch is that, as it is formed by connection elements, these are exclusively configured to perform movements and allow the railway switch, as they are not connection bars, they are not configured to allow a more accurate adjustment in its positions and position changes.

This sometimes leads to an inappropriate adjustment of the elements within the railway switch, especially the points.

This results in derailments which lead to significant operational, costs and delay issues.

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