ELECTROPNEUMATIC TRAINLINE CONNECTOR

摘要

An Electropneumatic train line connector using the train line brake pipe is disclosed. The connector is for use in communicating control signals or the like to train cars equipped with a conventional airbrake system, that is, a train line brake pipe, and interconnections between train cars through angle cocks, pneumatic hoses and "gladhands". The connector makes possible an electrical circuit which passes through the angle cocks, hoses and gladhands between each car. A return path is provided through the rails and the interconnected metal portions of the cars. Means are provided to insure electrical contact is made before the pneumatic connection is secured.