Autonomous conveyance robot for cross-dock operations
US12297089B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 2, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P90/60
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed herein is an automated conveyance robot (ACR) for conveying movable platforms (MPs) in and out of trailers. A lift carriage at a first end of the ACR is configured to couple to the MP during movement and disengage after movement. A counterweight system at a second end of the ACR counterbalances the ACR during conveyance. The ACR comprises a front drive assembly and a rear drive assembly which are independently steerable to allow for different steering methods. The ACR can function fully automated or can be controlled.
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