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Title: Remote switch actuator

Patent ·
OSTI ID:1082662

The invention provides a device and method for actuating electrical switches remotely. The device is removably attached to the switch and is actuated through the transfer of a user's force. The user is able to remain physically removed from the switch site obviating need for protective equipment. The device and method allow rapid, safe actuation of high-voltage or high-current carrying electrical switches or circuit breakers.

Research Organization:
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), Upton, NY (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
Assignee:
U.S. Department of Energy (Washington, DC)
Patent Number(s):
8,362,379
Application Number:
12/823,426
OSTI ID:
1082662
Resource Relation:
Patent File Date: 2010 Jun 25
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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