System and method with multi-axis tilting
US9468944B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 19, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC25D17/06
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A system includes a plurality of stations positioned along a direction of conveyance. Rails span the length of all stations and include at least first, second, and third rails configured for independent vertical movement. A plurality of objects is supported by and movable along the first, second, and third rails between the stations. Each of the plurality of objects has first, second, and third supports coupled to the respective first, second, and third rails so that all of the plurality of objects tilt in unison about a first set of parallel axes in response to the first, second, and third rails being positioned in a first configuration of vertical heights, and all of the plurality of objects tilt in unison about a second set of parallel axes in response to the first, second, and third rails being positioned in a second configuration of vertical heights.
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