Self-supporting conveyor belt
US8905228B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 9, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G21/06
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A self-supporting platform is formed of a plurality of hingedly connected modules. Adjacent modules may bend inwards against each other but resist flexing in the opposite direction. Each module includes a slotted module connector extending below the module body. The slotted module connector engages a peg to allow one-way bending of the modules relative to each other.
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