Title: Snubber

Abstract: An illustrative embodiment of the invention relates to a mechanical shock suppressor sensitive to velocity or acceleration of a predetermined level capable of restraining relative movement associated therewith of structures supported by the suppressor. The suppressor comprises frictional engaging portions having compressive means disposed thereon which increase the frictional restraining force only during movements of a predetermined level.

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Inventors: Nemeth, Joseph Daniel (Clinton, OH, US)

Application Number: 687712
Filing Date: 1976-05-19
Publication_date: 1977-11-08
Assignee: The Babcock & Wilcox Company (New York, NY)
Primary Class(es): 267/134 188/11, 248/569
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US Patent Ref:

1065222	Jun, 1913	Conley	24/134.
1812240	Jun, 1931	Hottmann	267/138.
2701629	Feb, 1955	Cairnes et al.	188/129.
2723114	Nov, 1955	Dentler	267/134.
3455527	Jul, 1969	Suozzo	248/54.
3804447	Apr, 1974	Slavin	267/9.
3866720	Feb, 1975	Wallerstein	188/67.

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Primary Examiner: Cherry, Johnny D.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Maguire; J., Edwards; R. J.