Carousel automatic storage and retrieval system
US4561820A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 3, 1980 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 3, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G1/133
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An article storage and retrieval system which includes a continuous track and a continuous article storage carousel supported from the track. The article storage carousel is movable in a horizontal direction and contains a plurality of horizontally spaced and vertically extending baskets. Each basket has vertically spaced compartments. A motor is included to drive the article storage carousel around the track. An elevator is mounted in a fixed position adjacent to the outside of the track and includes a vertically movable article engager for placement in or withdrawal from a preselected compartment.
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