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Drive device for a system for changing means of transportation, use and system for changing means of transportation

US12337874B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 15, 2023
Grant dateJun 24, 2025
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Expiry dateDec 15, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25J5/007
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A drive device for a transport means changing system, comprising: a drive train configured for use on the road; an interface configured for coupling to a passenger cabin and/or cargo cabin; comprising a work device which performs work activities, which are independent of transportation, wherein the drive device has a first operating mode in which it is coupled to at least one passenger cabin and/or cargo cabin and is configured to carry out autonomous transportation of passengers and/or cargo, and wherein the drive device has a second operating mode in which it is decoupled from a passenger cabin and/or cargo cabin and configured for autonomous mobile performance of the work activities by the work device or by a coupled tool module. The present invention further relates to a corresponding use of a drive device and a corresponding transport means changing system.

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