Assemblies and methods for handling, transporting and/or positioning component parts
US9327751B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | May 3, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66C1/42
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Assemblies and methods for the handling, transporting and/or positioning component parts include a jig assembly for supporting a component part is provided with an elongate spar assembly, a plurality of rib assemblies attached to the spar, and a plurality of tensionable strap assemblies operatively associated with the rib assemblies for capturing and holding the component part against the rib assemblies. The strap assemblies may include a strap ratchet mechanism and a strap, so that operation of the strap ratchet mechanism allows strap slack to be removed thereby tensioning the strap. The jig assembly may be positioned and oriented by suspension cables and a hoist mechanism to allow it to be removably connected to a moveable transport dolly.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.