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Movable platform with a mechanical lift brake assembly

US10934094B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 27, 2019
Grant dateMar 2, 2021
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Expiry dateJun 27, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D90/12
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a movable platform (MP) for moving freight during cross-dock operations. The MP comprises a mechanical lift brake assembly that can be utilized to deploy a plurality of mechanical lift brakes preventing further movement of the MP. A MP forklift attachment that can be used to convey the MP and to engage or disengage the mechanical lift brake assembly. The MP forklift attachment can be attached to a conveyance vehicle, such as a forklift, or built into an automated guided vehicle.

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