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Spherical integrated remote-control locomotive excursor

  • US 9,152,148 B1
  • Filed: 04/28/2014
  • Issued: 10/06/2015
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/10/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A spherical integrated remote control locomotive excursor (SIRCLE) for remote-control locomotion, said SIRCLE comprising:

  • a spherical shell having inner and outer surfaces and comprises one of aluminum oxide (alumina), magnesium fluoride, calcium fluoride, barium fluoride and silicon;

    a chassis containing a platform, an electric motor, and a power supply; and

    a set of wheels driven by said motor and supported by said chassis, wherein said wheels engage said inner surface and turn in response to said motor.

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