Chain-driven robotic arm
US7258521B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 31, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20323
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A robotic arm for transporting products in a product storage and dispensing system is disclosed. The robotic arm broadly includes a base operable to couple the arm to the dispensing system; a sprocket coupled with the base; an extendible arm segment coupled with the base; and a chain coupled with the sprocket and the extendible arm segment such that rotation of the sprocket causes movement of the chain and extension of the extendible arm segment. The robotic arm provides a compact and effective retrieval tool that is compatible with closely spaced and densely packed product shelves.
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