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An interlock mechanism is provided which includes a controllable fluid within a hydraulic link. The controllable fluid, preferably comprising a magnetorheological fluid, is disposed within the interlock mechanism. The viscosity of the fluid can be changed to allow the interlock mechanism to be actua

An interlock mechanism is provided which includes a controllable fluid within a hydraulic link. The controllable fluid, preferably comprising a magnetorheological fluid, is disposed within the interlock mechanism. The viscosity of the fluid can be changed to allow the interlock mechanism to be actuated. A fluid control means, such as a magnet assembly, is used to control the fluid.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An interlock mechanism, comprising:a first piston at least partially disposed within a first end of a tubular body;a second piston at least partially disposed within a second end of the tubular body, wherein the first piston and the second piston define a chamber within

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An interlock mechanism, comprising:a first piston at least partially disposed within a first end of a tubular body;a second piston at least partially disposed within a second end of the tubular body, wherein the first piston and the second piston define a chamber within the tubular body;a valve disposed within the tubular body dividing the chamber into a first chamber portion and a second chamber portion, wherein the valve prevents a field controllable fluid from flowing from the first chamber portion to the second chamber portion; anda bypass channel which provides a path for the field controllable fluid to flow between the first chamber portion and the second chamber portion.