VEHICLE COMPLETING A boarding arrangement and method for bridging a horizontal and / or vertical gap between a vehicle and a sidewalk or platform
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- STADLER RAIL
- Filing Date
- 2021-11-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-11
AI Technical Summary
Existing boarding systems for vehicles, particularly rail vehicles, require complex mechanisms that weaken the vehicle's structure, are prone to malfunctions, and necessitate significant maintenance, while also requiring extensive installation space and failing to efficiently utilize limited space between the vehicle's boarding level and the platform.
A compact and stable boarding arrangement with a sliding step and cassette system, utilizing guide grooves and guide elements, allows for both horizontal and vertical movement without weakening the vehicle's structure, featuring a simple design with robust materials and minimal maintenance needs.
Ensures safe, reliable, and efficient access to vehicles with minimal disruption, maintaining the vehicle's structural integrity and reducing maintenance requirements through a compact, low-noise, and low-maintenance design.