Transport apparatus and method having conformable gripping capability
US7086502B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 24, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B27/00
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A transport apparatus for transporting materials or objects on substantially vertical structures for installation, deployment, inspection and repair purposes includes gripping mechanisms having a conformable gripping portion. The gripping mechanisms are separated by links, which are mutually attached to each other to permit angular rotation of the links relative to each other about a pivot point. A latching mechanism provides the capability for the gripping portion to be opened as well as secured for operation.
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