Inventory system with mobile drive unit and inventory holder
US7402018B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 14, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05D1/021
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for transporting inventory includes an inventory holder and a mobile drive unit. The inventory holder includes a frame capable of storing inventory items and a docking plate capable of receiving a docking head from underneath. The mobile drive unit, includes a docking head capable of coupling to the docking plate and a drive module capable of propelling the mobile drive unit. The mobile drive unit is further capable to move the inventory holder when the docking head is coupled to the inventory holder.
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