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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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jun 24, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2043 |
Classification
- 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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