Object storage, handling, and retrieving system and method
US10822166B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 8, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G1/1378
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An object handling and retrieving system and method are described. A storage system is described suitable for storing multiple product lines in an automated warehouse environment. The storage system includes a plurality of load handling devices disposed above a frame and independently moveable to access different stacks. The load handling device can retrieve and transport a target container to a sequencing and temporary storage portion having a sorting frame for taking delivery of the target container and moving it to an output port of the sorting frame.
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