Elevator mechanism for the code reader of a mail sorting machine
US4738368A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 11, 1983 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S209/90
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An elevator for adjusting the elevation of a code reader of a high speed mail sorting machine. The elevator is powered by a reversible DC electric motor which operates an extensible and retractable linear actuator. The actuator connects with a platform on which the reader is mounted. A control circuit for the motor includes a digital comparitor which compares the desired elevation of the reader with the actual elevation sensed by a potentiometer. A transistorized motor drive circuit controlled by the comparitor applies current to the motor in opposite directions to cause extension or retraction of the actuator, depending upon whether the reader is below or above the desired elevation. Upper and lower limit switches limit the range of movement of the reader.
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