EP1396375B1 - Control device for driving and braking a vehicle, especially a railway vehicle - Google Patents

Control device for driving and braking a vehicle, especially a railway vehicle Download PDF

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EP1396375B1
EP1396375B1 EP02019600A EP02019600A EP1396375B1 EP 1396375 B1 EP1396375 B1 EP 1396375B1 EP 02019600 A EP02019600 A EP 02019600A EP 02019600 A EP02019600 A EP 02019600A EP 1396375 B1 EP1396375 B1 EP 1396375B1
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  • the invention relates to control device for driving and braking a Vehicle, preferably a rail vehicle, with a first and a second juxtaposed with each other mechanically or electrically lockable or unlockable operating lever.
  • Such a vehicle is known for example from US 5,492,511 become.
  • the object of the present invention is a structure of a control device to develop a vehicle in modular design to a simple and reasonably priced adaptation to the individual case of application enable.
  • control device is characterized by two preferably parallel, tight juxtaposed operating lever (sliding setpoint generator) with same or different path length (eg 200 / 120mm) for one One-hand operation.
  • the handles can have different geometric shapes to help with Darkness to let the operator recognize by feel what function is being actuated.
  • the arrangement of the two handles must be such that a comfortable One-handed operation is possible, but a pinching of the fingers in prevented in any case.
  • Each control lever can over the adjustment range with detent positions or Keys be equipped. These latching or key positions can be distributed evenly or unevenly over the travel.
  • detent or key positions can with different locking / Tastmomenten be provided.
  • Rast- / Tastwolfen can also be selected by pawls or Be fired in the handles or lifted (Ratschenrastung).
  • Each operating lever can be equipped with a mechanical or electrical be effective brake in conjunction.
  • the brakes can over be effective over the entire control range or over partial areas.
  • the brake can have different braking forces over different areas.
  • the electrically effective brake may e.g. magneto-liquid with feedback device be educated.
  • Each operating lever can be equipped with a mechanical effective Reset device, e.g. Retraction spring be equipped.
  • the Reset device can over the entire control range or only over Subsections be effective.
  • the restoring forces can vary over different Areas have different restoring forces.
  • the reset function can also be done by servomotors, externally controlled.
  • the electrical signals generated via the lever deflection can over be processed a bus system.
  • control of the aforementioned path detection elements can be linear done or via appropriate implementation of a linear movement in one Rotation.
  • the Cover may be provided as a module, so that this without dismantling the Control device can be replaced.
  • LED's can be formed. These changing colors and Illuminated signs also contain these engravings.
  • the electrical connection of the electrical components via Connector.
  • the compressed air connection is made via plug connectors.
  • the driving brake lever or Traction braking device may be mechanically connected to another device, e.g. Direction switch, key switch and or speed setpoint adjuster, be locked.
  • Rails 9 and 10 for the operating lever 1 and 2 have locking points for setting predetermined tensile and braking forces.
  • the operating lever 1 is equipped with a so-called. SiFa button, and the operating lever 2 is equipped with a locomotive release button.
  • the operating levers 1 and 2 have a coupling 8 .
  • the SiFa safety drive circuit
  • the basic principle of the SiFa is very simple: The engine driver must press a key every 30 seconds (depending on the vehicle or SiFa type) so that the locomotive knows that the driver is still conscious. From Fig. 2 , a Switzerlandraftwertvorvorines using the operating lever 1 on actuation of the SiFa button is visible. Control levers 1 and 2 are decoupled.
  • Fig. 3 illustrates a coupled braking by means of both operating levers 1 and 2.
  • Fig. 5 shows a sole brake adjustment of the indirectly acting compressed air brake on the decoupled from the operating lever 1 operating lever 2.
  • Operating lever 1 is in the zero position (no Switzerlandkraftwertvorgabe).
  • Fig. 6 demonstrates that the control levers 1 and 2 also allow a so-called.
  • a solenoid valve By operating a driver's brake valve by means of the operating lever 2, a solenoid valve is energized and now additionally released compressed air. This opens a larger cross-section in the connection of the main pressure air line - main brake line, and the pressure increases for the duration of the actuation. After completion of the Art concernses the pressure is reduced again.
  • the electric brake can be operated alone (operating lever 1).

Abstract

The device has first and second operating levers (1,2) that are arranged next to each other, that move linearly and that are coupled together. The first operating lever is provided for adjusting the acceleration or traction force and operating an electrodynamic brake and the second lever is provided for operating an indirectly acting compressed air brake.

Description

Die Erfindung bezieht sich auf Steuervorrichtung zum Antrieb und Bremsen eines Fahrzeugs, vorzugsweise eines Schienenfahrzeugs, mit einem ersten und einem zweiten neben einander angeordneten, miteinander mechanisch oder elektrisch verriegel- oder entriegelbaren Bedienungshebel.The invention relates to control device for driving and braking a Vehicle, preferably a rail vehicle, with a first and a second juxtaposed with each other mechanically or electrically lockable or unlockable operating lever.

Ein derartiges Fahrzeug ist beispielsweise durch die US 5,492,511 bekannt geworden.Such a vehicle is known for example from US 5,492,511 become.

In der US 5,492,511 ist ein Schienenfahrzeug mit zwei drehbaren Scheiben beschrieben, an denen die Bedienhebel angeordnet sind. Linear bewegliche Bedienhebel sind in der US 4,796,480 offenbart.In US 5,492,511 is a rail vehicle with two rotatable discs described, on which the operating levers are arranged. Linearly movable Operating levers are disclosed in US 4,796,480.

Beispielsweise in Schienenfahrzeugen werden Sollwerte für einen Antrieb durch Bedienungshebel manuell vorgegeben, durch eine Messeinheit in elektrische Signale umgewandelt und einer Antriebsregelung übermittelt. Die Antriebsregelung bildet zusammen mit einem Antrieb ein Regelsystem, welches beispielsweise nach Maßgabe des vorgegebenen Sollwerts eine Geschwindigkeit oder eine Antriebskraft des Fahrzeugs oder eine Bremskraft einstellt. Unter bestimmten Umständen ist es möglich und wünschenswert, optimale Sollwerte zu berechnen und dem Antrieb vorzugeben. Beispielsweise kann bei einem Schienenfahrzeug anhand von Fahrplan-, Fahrzeug- und Streckeninformationen eine optimale Fahrgeschwindigkeit oder Zugkraft errechnet werden, mit welcher der Fahrplan bei minimalem Energieverbrauch eingehalten wird oder mit welcher lagegenau angehalten werden kann. Aus Sicherheitsgründen ist es jedoch nicht wünschenswert, die optimale Fahrgeschwindigkeit ohne weiteres dem Antrieb vorzugeben, da der Fahrer die Geschwindigkeit damit nicht mehr vollständig und dauernd unter Kontrolle hat. For example, in rail vehicles setpoints for a drive through Control lever manually specified, by a measuring unit in electrical Signals converted and transmitted to a drive control. The Drive control together with a drive form a control system which for example, in accordance with the predetermined setpoint speed or setting a driving force of the vehicle or a braking force. Under In certain circumstances, it is possible and desirable to have optimal setpoints calculate and specify the drive. For example, at a Rail vehicle based on timetable, vehicle and route information an optimal driving speed or traction can be calculated with which the timetable is met with minimum energy consumption or with which can be stopped accurately. For security reasons, it is not desirable, the optimum driving speed readily the drive pretend that the driver is no longer complete and speed constantly under control.

Aufgabe der vorliegenden Erfindung ist es, einen Aufbau einer Steuervorrichtung eines Fahrzeugs in Modulbauweise zu entwickeln, um eine einfache und preisgünstige Anpassung an den jeweiligen individuellen Einsatzfall zu ermöglichen.The object of the present invention is a structure of a control device to develop a vehicle in modular design to a simple and reasonably priced adaptation to the individual case of application enable.

Diese Aufgabe wir durch eine Steuervorrichtung gemäß Patentanspruch 1 gelöst. Die Erfindung ist gekennzeichnet durch zwei vorzugsweise parallel, dicht nebeneinander angeordnete Bedienungshebel (Schiebesollwertgeber) mit gleicher oder unterschiedlicher Weglänge (z. Bsp. 200/120mm) für eine Einhandbedienung.This object is achieved by a control device according to claim 1. The invention is characterized by two preferably parallel, tight juxtaposed operating lever (sliding setpoint generator) with same or different path length (eg 200 / 120mm) for one One-hand operation.

Die Griffe der beiden Bedienungshebel können ergonomisch aus handfreundlichem Material sein. Folgende Funktionen können in den Griffen vorgesehen werden:

  • Eine mechanische oder elektrische Verriegelung der beiden Griffe miteinander für Einhandbedienung;
  • Eine mechanische oder elektrische Entriegelung der vorgenannten Funktion;
  • Signaltasten, wie SiFa- Taster, als Drucktaste (elektrischer Kontakt);
  • Signaltaster oder Schalter (elektrischer Kontakt für Lok auslösen);
  • Ein Signaltaster oder Schalter für weitere Funktionen (elektrischer Kontakt und Entriegelung);
  • Ein Signaltaster für elektrische Verriegelung des jeweiligen Hebels in einer bestimmten Position, z.B. Nullstellung;
  • Eine mechanisch betätigbare Klinke für Verriegelung und Entriegelung des jeweiligen Hebels in einer bestimmten Position;
  • Ein Vibrator, um über mechanische Schwingungen des Griffes der Bedienperson ein Signal zukommen zu lassen;
  • Optische Signale über LED;
  • Scroll-Elemente.
The handles of the two control levers can be ergonomically made of hand-friendly material. The following functions can be provided in the handles:
  • A mechanical or electrical locking of the two handles together for one-handed operation;
  • A mechanical or electrical release of the aforementioned function;
  • Signal keys, such as SiFa pushbuttons, as a pushbutton (electrical contact);
  • Signal button or switch (trigger electrical contact for locomotive);
  • A signal button or switch for additional functions (electrical contact and unlocking);
  • A signal button for electrical locking of the respective lever in a specific position, eg zero position;
  • A mechanically operated latch for locking and unlocking the respective lever in a specific position;
  • A vibrator to send a signal via mechanical vibrations of the handle of the operator;
  • Optical signals via LED;
  • Scroll members.

Die Griffe können unterschiedliche geometrische Formen haben, um bei Dunkelheit die Bedienperson durch Fühlen erkennen zu lassen, welche Funktion gerade betätigt wird. The handles can have different geometric shapes to help with Darkness to let the operator recognize by feel what function is being actuated.

Die Anordnung der beiden Griffe muss so sein, dass eine bequeme Einhandbedienung möglich ist, dass aber ein Einklemmen der Finger in jedem Fall verhindert wird.The arrangement of the two handles must be such that a comfortable One-handed operation is possible, but a pinching of the fingers in prevented in any case.

Jeder Bedienungshebel kann über den Stellbereich mit Raststellungen oder Taststellungen ausgerüstet sein. Diese Rast- oder Taststellungen können über den Stellweg gleichmäßig oder ungleichmäßig verteilt sein.Each control lever can over the adjustment range with detent positions or Keys be equipped. These latching or key positions can be distributed evenly or unevenly over the travel.

Die Rast- oder Taststellungen können mit unterschiedlichen Rast- / Tastmomenten vorgesehen sein.The detent or key positions can with different locking / Tastmomenten be provided.

Rast- / Taststellungen können wahlweise auch von Klinken oder Signalgebern in den Griffen ausgelöst oder aufgehoben werden (Ratschenrastung).Rast- / Taststellungen can also be selected by pawls or Be fired in the handles or lifted (Ratschenrastung).

Jeder Bedienungshebel kann mit einer mechanisch oder elektrisch wirksamen Bremse in Verbindung stehen sein. Die Bremsen können über den ganzen Stellbereich oder über Teilbereiche wirksam sein. Die Bremsen können über unterschiedliche Bereiche unterschiedliche Bremskräfte haben. Die elektrisch wirksame Bremse kann z.B. magneto-liquid mit Feedback-Einrichtung ausgebildet sein.Each operating lever can be equipped with a mechanical or electrical be effective brake in conjunction. The brakes can over be effective over the entire control range or over partial areas. The brake can have different braking forces over different areas. The electrically effective brake may e.g. magneto-liquid with feedback device be educated.

Jeder Bedienungshebel kann mit einer mechanischen wirksamen Rückstelleinrichtung, z.B. Rückzugfeder ausgerüstet sein. Die Rückstelleinrichtung kann über den ganzen Stellbereich oder nur über Teilbereiche wirksam sein. Die Rückstellkräfte können über unterschiedliche Bereiche unterschiedliche Rückstellkräfte aufweisen. Die Rückstellfunktion kann auch über Servomotoren, fremdgesteuert, erfolgen. Each operating lever can be equipped with a mechanical effective Reset device, e.g. Retraction spring be equipped. The Reset device can over the entire control range or only over Subsections be effective. The restoring forces can vary over different Areas have different restoring forces. The reset function can also be done by servomotors, externally controlled.

Jeder Bedienungshebel ist mit einer linearen Wegerfassung versehen. Die Wegerfassung kann redundant ausgeführt sein. Folgende Erfassungsmöglichkeiten können vorhanden sein:

  • Opto-elektronische Wegerfassung über opto-elektronische Codierer Absolutgeber, z. Bsp. 8bit-Gray-Code, Binär-Code oder Analogausgang;
  • Laser-basierende Geber;
  • Potentiometer (Leitplastik- oder Drahtpräzisionspotentiometer);
  • Induktiv wirksame Systeme;
  • Elektrische Schaltelemente (zwangsgeführte Kontakte) an definierten Positionen des Stellbereiches. Zum Beispiel Stufenkontakte, Null-Stellungskontakte, SB-Stellung, Füll-Stellung usw.
Each operating lever is provided with a linear position detection. The path detection can be redundant. The following entry options can be available:
  • Opto-electronic path detection via optoelectronic encoders Absolute encoders, eg. Eg 8-bit Gray code, binary code or analog output;
  • Laser-based sensors;
  • Potentiometers (conducting plastic or wire precision potentiometers);
  • Inductive systems;
  • Electrical switching elements (positively driven contacts) at defined positions of the setting range. For example, incremental contacts, zero position contacts, SB position, filling position, etc.

Am Endansschlag in Richtung Bremsen kann ein Kontakt (zwangsgeführt) angebracht sein, der den Schnellbremsvorgang über pneumatische oder hydraulische Weggeber (Ventile) einleitet.At the end stop in the direction of braking, a contact (positively driven) be attached, the rapid braking via pneumatic or hydraulic displacement sensor (valves) initiates.

Die über die Hebelauslenkung erzeugten elektrischen Signale können über ein Bussystem weiterverarbeitet sein.The electrical signals generated via the lever deflection can over be processed a bus system.

Die Ansteuerung der vorgenannten Wegerfassungselemente kann linear erfolgen oder über geeignete Umsetzung einer linearen Bewegung in eine Rotation.The control of the aforementioned path detection elements can be linear done or via appropriate implementation of a linear movement in one Rotation.

Es kann eine Abdeckung der Führungen für die lineare Bewegung der Bedienungshebel vorgesehen sein (Teflon-Folie, Rolle, Zahnriemen). Die Abdeckung ist als Modul vorzusehen, sodass diese ohne Demontage der Steuervorrichtung ausgewechselt werden kann.There may be a cover of the guides for the linear movement of the Operating lever be provided (Teflon film, roller, timing belt). The Cover is to be provided as a module, so that this without dismantling the Control device can be replaced.

Beleuchtung von Skalen oder Gravuren mit unterschiedlichen, je nach Bedienart der einzelnen Bedienungshebel wechselnden Farben, z. Bsp. Illumination of scales or engravings with different, depending on Operating mode of the individual operating lever changing colors, z. Ex.

LED's, können ausgebildet sein. Diese wechselnde Farben und Leuchtzeichen beinhalten auch diese Gravuren.LED's, can be formed. These changing colors and Illuminated signs also contain these engravings.

Die Linearführung kann geschehen durch:

  • Spindelantrieb
  • Kugelgewinde
  • Flachführung
  • Schwalbenschwanzführung
  • Prismenführung
  • Kugelhülse
  • Zahnstangenführung
The linear guide can be done by:
  • spindle drive
  • ball screw
  • flat guide
  • dovetail guide
  • V guide
  • ball sleeve
  • Rack guide

Die Umsetzung der linearen Bewegung der Bedienungshebel in eine Rotation weiterer Komponenten kann geschehen mit Hilfe von:

  • Zahnriemen
  • Ketten
  • Zahnstange-Zahnrädern
The implementation of the linear movement of the control levers in a rotation of other components can be done with the help of:
  • toothed belt
  • chain
  • Rack gears

Dies hat den Vorteil der kleineren Bauweise. Über eine Spannrolle kann jeweils die Lose kleingehalten werden. Mit einem an der Spannrolle angebrachten elektrischen Kontakt, auch redundant, ist eine Sicherheitsüberwachung der Funktion des Zahnriemens oder der Kette gewährleistet.This has the advantage of smaller construction. About a tensioner can in each case the lots are kept small. With one on the tension pulley attached electrical contact, also redundant, is one Safety monitoring of the function of the toothed belt or chain guaranteed.

Der elektrische Anschluss der elektrischen Komponenten erfolgt über Steckverbinder. Der Druckluftanschluss erfolgt über Steckverbinder. Der . Hydraulikanschluss erfolgt über Steckverbinder. Der Fahr-Bremshebel oder Zugkraft-Bremssteller kann mechanisch mit einem weiteren Gerät, z.B. Fahrtrichtungsschalter, Schlüsselschalter und oder Geschwindigkeitssoll-Steller, verriegelt sein. The electrical connection of the electrical components via Connector. The compressed air connection is made via plug connectors. Of the . Hydraulic connection via plug connector. The driving brake lever or Traction braking device may be mechanically connected to another device, e.g. Direction switch, key switch and or speed setpoint adjuster, be locked.

Weitere Vorteile der Erfindung ergeben sich aus der Beschreibung und der Zeichnung. Ebenso können die vorstehend genannten und die noch weiter ausgeführten Merkmale erfindungsgemäß jeweils einzeln für sich oder zu mehreren in beliebigen Kombinationen Verwendung finden. Die gezeigte und beschriebene Ausführungsform ist nicht als abschließende Aufzählung zu verstehen, sondern hat vielmehr beispielhaften Charakter für die Schilderung der Erfindung.Further advantages of the invention will become apparent from the description and the Drawing. Likewise, those mentioned above and even further executed features according to the invention in each case individually or to several in any combination use find. The shown and described embodiment is not exhaustive but rather has exemplary character for the Description of the invention.

Ein bevorzugtes Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung ist in der Zeichnung schematisch dargestellt und wird anhand der Zeichnung näher erläutert. Es zeigt:

Fig. 1 bis Fig.10
Positionen zweier zusammenwirkender Bedienungshebel zum Fahren und Bremsen eines Schienenfahrzeugs.
A preferred embodiment of the invention is shown schematically in the drawing and is explained in more detail with reference to the drawing. It shows:
Fig. 1 to Fig.10
Positions of two interacting control levers for driving and braking a rail vehicle.

Aus der Figur 1 ist die Nullstellung zweier Bedienungshebel 1 und 2 ersichtlich, welche im Führerstand eines Schienenfahrzeugs (Lok) am Führertisch angeordnet sind, um das Schienenfahrzeug in Bewegung zu setzen und zu bremsen. Eine lineare Bewegung des Bedienungshebels 1 in Pfeilrichtung 3 führt zur Einstellung der Zugkraft, d.h. der Beschleunigung des Schienenfahrzeugs. Eine lineare Bewegung des Bedienungshebels 1 in Pfeilrichtung 4 führt zur Einstellung einer E-Bremse zur Erzeugung einer Bremswirkung auf elektrodynamischer Basis. Eine lineare Bewegung des Bedienungshebels 2 in Pfeilrichtung 5 führt zur Erzeugung einer Bremswirkung mit Hilfe einer indirekt wirkenden Druckluftbremse. Ausgehend von der Nullstellung ist die Zunahme der eingestellten Zugkraft sowie der Bremskräfte durch die Balken 6 bis 7 angedeutet. Schienen 9 und 10 für die Bedienungshebel 1 und 2 weisen Rastpunkte zur Einstellung vorgegebener Zug- und Bremskräfte auf. Der Bedienungshebel 1 ist mit einer sog. SiFa-Taste, und der Bedienungshebel 2 ist mit einer Lok-Auslösetaste ausgerüstet. Die Bedienungshebel 1 und 2 weisen eine Kopplung 8 auf. Die SiFa (Sicherheitsfahrschaltung) bremst den Zug bzw. die Lok bei Dienstunfähigkeit des Lokführers, damit keine Gefährdung des anderen Bahnverkehrs geschieht. Das Grundprinzip der SiFa ist denkbar einfach: Der Lokführer muss aller 30 Sekunden (je nach Fahrzeug bzw. SiFa-Art unterschiedlich) eine Taste betätigen, damit die Lok weiß, dass der Lokführer noch bei Bewusstsein ist.
Aus der Fig. 2 ist eine Zugkraftwertevorwahl mit Hilfe des Bedienungshebels 1 bei Betätigung der SiFa-Taste ersichtlich. Bedienungshebel 1 und 2 sind entkoppelt.From Figure 1 , the zero position of two operating levers 1 and 2 can be seen, which are arranged in the cab of a rail vehicle (locomotive) on the driver's desk to set the rail vehicle in motion and to brake. A linear movement of the operating lever 1 in the direction of arrow 3 leads to the adjustment of the tensile force, ie the acceleration of the rail vehicle. A linear movement of the operating lever 1 in the direction of arrow 4 leads to the setting of an electric brake to produce a braking effect on electrodynamic basis. A linear movement of the operating lever 2 in the direction of arrow 5 leads to the generation of a braking effect by means of an indirectly acting compressed air brake. Based on the zero position, the increase of the set tensile force and the braking forces by the bars 6 to 7 is indicated. Rails 9 and 10 for the operating lever 1 and 2 have locking points for setting predetermined tensile and braking forces. The operating lever 1 is equipped with a so-called. SiFa button, and the operating lever 2 is equipped with a locomotive release button. The operating levers 1 and 2 have a coupling 8 . The SiFa (safety drive circuit) brakes the train or the locomotive in case of invalidity of the locomotive driver, so that no danger to the other rail traffic occurs. The basic principle of the SiFa is very simple: The engine driver must press a key every 30 seconds (depending on the vehicle or SiFa type) so that the locomotive knows that the driver is still conscious.
From Fig. 2 , a Zugraftwertvorvorwahl using the operating lever 1 on actuation of the SiFa button is visible. Control levers 1 and 2 are decoupled.

Fig. 3 veranschaulicht ein gekoppeltes Bremsen mit Hilfe beider Bedienungshebel 1 und 2. Fig. 3 illustrates a coupled braking by means of both operating levers 1 and 2.

Neben dem gekoppelten Bremsen ist auch ein individuelles Bremsen möglich, wie in Fig. 4 dargestellt, wobei die Bedienungshebel 1 und 2 entkoppelt sind (siehe Kopplungseinrichtungen 8a und 8b).In addition to the coupled braking, individual braking is also possible, as shown in FIG. 4 , wherein the operating levers 1 and 2 are decoupled (see coupling devices 8a and 8b ).

Fig. 5 zeigt eine alleinige Bremseinstellung der indirekt wirkenden Druckluftbremse über den vom Bedienungshebel 1 entkoppelten Bedienungshebel 2. Bedienungshebel 1 befindet sich in der Nullstellung (keine Zugkraftwertvorgabe). Fig. 5 shows a sole brake adjustment of the indirectly acting compressed air brake on the decoupled from the operating lever 1 operating lever 2. Operating lever 1 is in the zero position (no Zugkraftwertvorgabe).

Fig. 6 demonstriert, dass die Bedienungshebel 1 und 2 auch einen sog. Füllstoß erlauben. Durch Betätigung eines Führerbremsventil mit Hilfe des Bedienungshebels 2 wird ein Magnetventil erregt und nun zusätzlich Druckluft freigegeben. Darin öffnet sich nun ein größerer Querschnitt in der Verbindung Hauptdrucklufldeitung - Hauptbremsleitung, und der Druck steigt für die Dauer der Betätigung an. Nach Beendigung des Füllstoßes wird der Druck wieder abgebaut. Fig. 6 demonstrates that the control levers 1 and 2 also allow a so-called. Füllstoß. By operating a driver's brake valve by means of the operating lever 2, a solenoid valve is energized and now additionally released compressed air. This opens a larger cross-section in the connection of the main pressure air line - main brake line, and the pressure increases for the duration of the actuation. After completion of the Füllstoßes the pressure is reduced again.

Gemäß Fig. 7 kann auch die E-Bremse allein betätigt werden (Bedienungshebel 1).According to Fig. 7 , the electric brake can be operated alone (operating lever 1).

Ein entkoppeltes Bremsen mit E-Bremse und Druckluftbremse über die Betätigung beider entkoppelter Bedienungshebel 1 und 2 zeigt Fig. 8.A decoupled braking with electric brake and air brake on the operation of both decoupled operating lever 1 and 2, Fig. 8 .

Auch ein Anfahren (Bedienungshebel 1) gegen die indirekt wirkende Druckluftbremse (Bedienungshebel 2) ist denkbar (siehe Fig. 9).A start (operating lever 1) against the indirectly acting compressed air brake (operating lever 2) is conceivable (see Fig. 9 ).

Bei Entkopplung der Bedienungshebel 1 und 2 (Fahren) ist eine Schnellbremsung durchführbar, wie die Hebelstellungen gemäß Fig. 10 zeigen. When decoupling the operating lever 1 and 2 (driving) is an emergency braking feasible, as the lever positions of FIG. 10 show.

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Claims (2)

  1. Control device for driving and braking a vehicle, preferably a rail vehicle, comprising a first (1) and a second (2) operating lever which are disposed next to each other and can be mechanically or electrically locked or unlocked, characterized in that the operating levers (1, 2) can be linearly moved and the first operating lever (1) is provided for setting acceleration or tractive power and actuation of an electrical brake and the second operating lever (2) is provided for actuating an indirectly acting compressed air brake.
  2. Control device according to claim 1, characterized in that the operating levers (1, 2) have switches or key buttons.
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