Thermal sensor for detection of potential mechanical failures and transmission of temperature warning signals

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5438322
SERIAL NO

08257637

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A frequency generating circuit and a cap-freeing mechanism in a bolt are responsive to a longitudinal movement of a piston in response to overheating of an associated bearing. The cap-freeing mechanism transfers a force from the piston to a cap, thereby freeing the cap from a head portion of the bolt and allowing an antenna to extend to the outside of the bolt. The frequency generating circuit is activated by a connection made between a switch and a battery of the circuit by the piston. Upon becoming activated, the frequency generating circuit sends a predetermined frequency or frequency pattern through the antenna.

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GENERAL RAILWAY SIGNAL CORPORATION150 SAWGRASS DRIVE ROCHESTER NY 14620

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Barker, Kenton H Penfield, NY 30 138
DiRaimo, Salvatore D Ilion, NY 1 21
Martin, James M Williamson, NY 20 291

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