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Distribution station

US11518613B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 18, 2019
Grant dateDec 6, 2022
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Expiry dateJul 18, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07F17/13
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A distribution station includes a base, a housing, a rotating shelf, a distribution vehicle, a sorting device, and a control system. The housing is provided on the base, and is provided with a goods access port and an access door. The rotating shelf is provided on the base and located in the housing. The rotating shelf includes a rotating shaft, a transmission belt, a plurality of shelf units, and a driving mechanism. The distribution vehicle enters and exits the housing via the access door and is used to transport goods. The sorting device is provided on the base and located in the housing. The sorting device is used to pick up goods and place the same between the distribution vehicle and the shelf units. The control system is used to control the driving mechanism and the sorting device.

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