Trailer system for transport of unit load devices
US12115896B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 2023 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 7, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G67/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A trailer system may have a first cargo area having a movable deck. The movable deck may be moved by an actuator. The movable deck may include a plurality of first rollers for engaging and translating cargo. And a movable tailgate may close the first cargo area when it is in a first position. The movable tailgate may have a plurality of second rollers for engaging and translating cargo when the movable tailgate is in a second position. The trailer system may have a plurality of movable decks, where each movable deck is coupled and moved by an actuator. Each actuator may comprise at least one of a hydraulic, pneumatic, and/or electromechanical system. The trailer system may further have a set of lower movable decks and a set of upper movable decks. The set of upper movable decks may be coupled to the lower movable decks by actuators.
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