Modular carousel assembly and method
US7665685B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 17, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2701/33
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A modular rotating carousel assembly for storage and unspooling of pipe or cable is provided that comprises a plurality of triangular subassemblies; each triangular subassembly comprises a base member and at least one pair of connecting members; the connecting members are connected together at one end to form an apex and are connected at the other end to the base member; the base members of the plurality of triangular subassemblies are rotatably connected together to form a first circle; wherein the apexes of the connecting members extend outwardly from said first circle; and a plurality of rotating caster members is positioned beneath the rotatable connection of a plurality of said base members. Additional sets of triangular subassemblies are built up on concentric circles until the desired size of carousel is formed. A drive mechanism is provided that includes a motor that rotates a perimeter drive chain that engages sprocket pads spaced about the circumference of the carousel. A modular hub is provided that includes a set of fixed plates arranged in a circle and a set of adjustable plates that are connected to the fixed plates. A set of segments forming a uniform circular shape …
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