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Translating drive devices, systems and methods for cargo handling system

US11858660B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 5, 2021
Grant dateJan 2, 2024
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Expiry dateJun 2, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D2009/006
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A translating drive unit (TDU) may comprise: a housing; a plurality of guide rollers coupled to the housing; a drive system coupled to the housing, the drive system configured to translate the housing in a longitudinal direction; and a retractable pawl coupled to the housing.

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