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Assist system configured for moving a mass

US7992733B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2009
Grant dateAug 9, 2011
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Expiry dateJan 30, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB66C13/06
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An assist system is configured for moving a mass vertically, along a Z axis. The assist system includes a vertical actuation system, a cable, a plurality of pulleys, an actuator, and a mass. The pulleys are operatively attached to the support structure and an assist device that is movable attached to the support structure. The cable is routed around each of the pulleys and attached to the support structure. One of the pulleys supports the mass. The mass moves vertically in response to the actuator.

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