Return chain drive and related methods
US10414595B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 12, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 12, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G47/34
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various continuous chain conveyors, parts for same (e.g., chain guides, chain drives, etc.), packaging and handling equipment and systems and related methods are disclosed herein. In one form, a chain conveyor comprising a primary continuous chain having a first portion configured to carry objects along a path and a return portion, a motor operably coupled to the primary continuous chain so as to induce movement of the chain, a first sprocket engaging the return portion of the primary continuous chain, wherein movement of the return portion causes the first sprocket to rotate, a second sprocket coupled to the first sprocket by a drive shaft, wherein rotation of the first sprocket causes the second sprocket to rotate, and an auxiliary chain operably coupled to the second sprocket such that rotation of the second sprocket causes movement of the auxiliary chain.
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