Boom slewing actuator system
US8123053B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 5, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66C23/84
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A slewing actuator system for rotating a boom structure comprises a cylindrical support member having lower and upper ends; a drive mounting member; gearing means comprising a gear assembly and at least one gear drive fixable to the drive mounting member and operatively connected to the gear assembly; and a boom support means to releasably secure the boom structure and operatively connectable to the gearing means. In an operating position, the boom support means is mounted proximate the upper end of the cylindrical support member and is rotatable about a substantially vertical axis; the gear assembly is substantially horizontal; and the gearing means imparts rotational movement to the boom support means. The system can include a pedestal surrounding at least part of the cylindrical support member, which can be a tube or kingpin. The compact modular system can be secured to various surfaces including ship decks and land surfaces.
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