Automated de-stacking system and method
US12180017B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 15, 2022 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G15/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automated system for de-stacking a plurality of stacked objects, the automated system comprising a lift assembly and a grabber assembly. The lift assembly comprises a tower, and a number of electric motors. The tower is configured to rotate about a vertically-extending axis. One of the electric motors is configured to rotate the tower. Another one of the electric motors is configured to raise and lower the grabber assembly. The grabber assembly is configured to move with the tower as the tower rotates and comprises a claw and an electric motor. The claw is configured to grasp the objects individually. The electric motor of the grabber assembly is configured to actuate the claw. The first, second, and third electric motors are configured to operate in a refrigerated environment.
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