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11-10-2012 дата публикации

Stocking System and Collection Device, and Method for its Utilization

Номер: US20120255967A1

Автор: Jean Claude Hecht, Jean Louis Hecht

Принадлежит: Individual

A stocking and vending machine may have first and second linear conveyor systems which are initially parallel and aligned so that an object may be transferred from the first conveyor system to the second conveyor system. The machine may be configured to move the second conveyor system so that it carries the object to a position for distribution thereof. The first conveyor system may feature three parallel and side-by-side conveyor belts wherein the outer belts extend farther in the direction of the second conveyor system than the middle belt. Correspondingly, the second conveyor system may feature three parallel and side-by-side conveyor belts wherein the outer belts extend less in the direction of the first conveyor system than the middle belt so that the middle belt may extend between the outer belts of the first conveyor system when in said initial position. The conveyor systems may be driven by separate drivers.

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Номер записи: 1

25-04-2013 дата публикации

Chip sorting devices, components therefor and methods of ejecting chips

Номер: US20130102236A1

Автор: Ernst Blaha, Peter Krenn

Принадлежит: Shuffle Master GmbH and Co KG

Chip sorting devices and methods of ejecting chips from chip wells are disclosed. In some embodiments, chip sorting devices may include at least one chip ejection unit including at least one finger member selectively movable between a first position outside of at least one channel of a chip conveying unit and a second position within the at least one channel. In additional embodiments, a chip sorting device may include a separating wheel comprising a plurality of chip wells, each chip well configured to hold a plurality of chips. In yet additional embodiments, methods of ejecting a chip from a chip well may include urging a selected chip out of the chip well with the at least one finger member and at least one wall segment of a trailing segmented wall of the chip well.

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Номер записи: 2

23-05-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR SORTING PRODUCTS

Номер: US20130126304A1

Автор: Stikkelorum Simon Gerardus

Принадлежит: Vanderlande Industries B.V.

A device for sorting products having carrier units arranged adjacent to each other and conveying means for supporting and conveying the carrier units. Each carrier unit has a support platform, support means for supporting the support platform, leg members supported by the conveying means and tiltably supporting the support means, and tilting means for tilting the support means relative to each other about a tilt axis extending parallel to the conveying path. The tilting means has at least one cam and drive means having an electric motor supported by the conveying means for rotating the at least one cam relative to the leg members about an axis of rotation, as well as a camway which is rigidly connected to the support means and with which the at least one cam mates upon rotation of the at least one cam about the axis of rotation. The tilt axis is located between the axis of rotation and the support platform. 1. A device for sorting products , comprising carrier units arranged adjacent to each other , conveying means for supporting and conveying the carrier units in a conveying direction along a conveying path , each carrier unit comprising a support platform , support means for supporting the support platform , leg members supported by the conveying means , which tiltably support the support means , and tilting means for tilting the support means relative to each other about a tilt axis extending parallel to the conveying path , the tilting means comprising at least one cam and drive means comprising an electric motor supported by the conveying means for rotating the at least one cam relative to the leg members about an axis of rotation spaced from the at least one cam by some distance , which axis of rotation extends parallel to the tilt axis , as well as at least one camway formed by the support means , with which the at least one cam mates upon rotation of the at least one cam about the axis of rotation for tilting the support means and the associated support ...

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Номер записи: 3

18-07-2013 дата публикации

Articulated discharge end for conveyor

Номер: US20130180832A1

Автор: James Yearsley, Rainer Borgmann

Принадлежит: SPUDNIK EQUIPMENT CO LLC

An articulated discharge end for a conveyor that is positionable adjacent to a moveable receiver includes a frame, having a distal end, configured to bear a discharge end of a conveyor belt at the distal end. The frame has two axes of rotation, whereby the distal end is vertically translatable and laterally rotatable. A guide is disposed near the distal end, and is configured to contact the moveable receiver, whereby motion of the moveable receiver can substantially govern vertical translation and lateral rotation of the distal end.

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Номер записи: 4

25-07-2013 дата публикации

ARTICLE CONVEYER BELT AND COIN SORTING DEVICE

Номер: US20130186735A1

Автор: Umeda Masayoshi

Принадлежит: Asahi Seiko Kabushiki Kaisha

An article conveyer belt assembly used for example, in a coin sorting device for positively pushing an article, such as a coin along a support surface is provided. A toothed belt has teeth for transmission of power by mounting a plurality of pushers on the belt with a connector removably mounted with a connecting body, a first holder and a second holder spaced a distance from each other to hold onto the conveyor belt. One of the first and second holders has a hook member to close a spaced opening at one end. The first and second holders are cantilevered to be mounted on a conveyor belt. At the other end of the connector body a pusher unit has a first shaft part and a second shaft part cantilevered from the connector body, with a hollow roller snap fitted on the first shaft part and the second shaft part. 1. An article conveyor belt assembly in which an article is pushed by pushers integrally provided on a toothed belt having teeth for transmission of motive power with predetermined pitches , comprising:the pushers each having a mount part for mounting on the toothed belt and a pushing part for the article integrally formed on the mount part, wherein the mount part being formed in a gate shape by a tooth-side holder is positioned on a tooth side of the toothed belt and a non-tooth-side holder is positioned on a non-tooth side; anda connecter connecting the mount part on one side-edge side of the toothed belt, and having a hook formed at a tip of at least the tooth-side holder or the non-tooth-side holder to engage with an end edge on a non-connecter side of the toothed belt.2. The article conveyor belt assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe tooth-side holder is formed in a trapezoidal shape for approximately fitting in a trapezoidal pulley tooth receiving groove between the teeth formed at the predetermined pitches, andthe non-tooth-side holder is formed as a flat surface in close contact with a back surface of the toothed belt.3. The article conveyor belt ...

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Номер записи: 5

05-09-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR TRANSPORTING PACKAGINGS THAT ARE NOT FREELY STACKABLE, IN PARTICULAR STICKPACKS, TO A TRANSPORT CONTAINER

Номер: US20130228416A1

Автор: Balsfulland Markus, Biehl Johann, Deimel Markus, Leineke Ulf, Luecke Joachim, Nielebock Jan-Karl, Pasuch Michael, Plewa Stephan, Ringel Hartmut, Sassenberg Dirk

Принадлежит: MediSeal GmbH

An apparatus is disclosed for transporting packagings from a packaging apparatus having two dropping channels to a transport container. A first transport element has compartments, the centre-to-centre distance of which corresponds to a centre-to-centre distance of the dropping channels, receives the packagings from the packaging producing apparatus. A second transport element has compartments for transporting the packagings to the transport container, wherein the centre-to-centre distance of the compartments of the second transport element corresponds to half of the centre-to-centre distance of the dropping channels. The apparatus has a transfer unit for transferring the packaging from the first transport element to the second transport element, and to which a positioning device is assigned for positioning the compartments of the first transport element relative to the compartments of the second transport element. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the compartment group of the second transport element has at least 2f compartments.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the second transport element comprises a product cell chain.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one compartment group of the second transport element comprises a cassette.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one compartment group of the first transport element comprises a cassette.6. The apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the positioner comprises a movable stop for the cassette.7. The apparatus according to claim 5 , further comprising a return transport element adapted to transport the empty cassettes from the second transfer unit to the first transfer unit.8. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the first transport element is divided into a first transport element section having its own individual drive claim 1 , and a second transport element section having its own individual drive.9. The device according to claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 6

14-11-2013 дата публикации

Method for processing items such as pieces of meat

Номер: US20130304252A1

Автор: Brynjolfur Thorsson, Stefan Axelsson

Принадлежит: MAREL HF

A method of processing items such as pieces of meat, by providing a stream of items by means of a primary conveyor means, allocating at least partly by means of a computer system one or more of said items to one of at least two workstations where said items are processed, e.g. cut and/or trimmed, resulting in one or more processed items, registering in said computer system information about a return of at least one of said one or more processed items to said primary conveyor means, and returning said at least one of said one or more processed items to said primary conveyor means in accordance with said information about a return, wherein the method further comprises keeping track of said items including when they are taken out and put back on the primary conveyor. The invention further relates to a processing system for carrying out the method.

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Номер записи: 7

28-11-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SORTING ROD-LIKE ELEMENTS

Номер: US20130313069A1

Автор: Chojnacki Wojciech Jerzy

Принадлежит:

Apparatus for sorting rod-like elements such as each having a defined different length, including a sorting transporter inclined with respect to the horizontal at an angle and having a longitudinal sieve element above and along which a transverse pusher slat moves to shift the elements upwards along the sieve element. The shifted elements are oriented along the pusher slats. The sieve element includes a through opening in the transporter which is divided by askew bars into at least two neighboring through sub-sections. The width and length of each section is selected specifically for one selected length of the rod-like elements so that only the rod-like elements having the length smaller or equal to the one selected length pass through the sub-sections of this section while being oriented along the pusher slats. A system including the apparatus according to the invention and a method for sorting rod-like elements are also disclosed. 133311722333733327777111111121212211111127777771212122. Apparatus for sorting rod-like elements ( , , . . . ) , in particular constituting cigarette production waste , each element having a defined different length (b , b , . . . b) , comprising a sorting transporter () inclined with respect to the horizontal at an angle (α) , the transporter () comprising a longitudinal sieve element () above , and along which at least one pusher slat () moves , the at least one pusher slat () being transversal to its movement direction and being adapted to shift the elements , , . . . ) upwards along the sieve element () , the shifted elements ( , , . . . ) being oriented substantially along the pusher slats () , characterized in that the sieve element () comprises at least one sieve section ( , , . . . ) in the form of a through opening in the transporter , the opening being divided by means of askew bars ( , , . . . ) into at least two neighboring through sub-sections ( , , . . . ) , the widths (a , a , . . . a) of the sub-sections in the respective ...

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Номер записи: 8

12-12-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR REMOVING OBJECTS FROM A MOVING TRANSPORT DEVICE

Номер: US20130327612A1

Автор: Gut Thorsten

Принадлежит: Krones Aktiengesellschaft

A device and a method for removing objects from a moving transport device having objects standing in a row thereon, including a removing device for pushing and thus removing selected objects at a right angle or any other angle with respect to the direction of travel of the transport device. The removing device is formed by a position-controlled linear actuator. 1. A device for removing objects from a moving transport device having objects standing in a row thereon , comprising:at least one removing line; anda removing device for pushing and thus removing selected objects in a lateral direction with respect to a direction of travel of the transport device, the transport device being a conveyor, the removing device including a position-controlled linear actuator and a pusher to push the selected objects in the lateral direction from the conveyor onto the at least one removing line, the at least one removing line including a first removing line returning the objects to a cleaning machine if the objects are soiled and a second removing line serving to collect all objects no longer suitable for further processing.2. The device as recited in wherein the linear actuator includes a position-controlled electric linear motor.3. The device as recited in wherein the linear actuator is coupled to a controller allowing presetting of various movement parameters of the linear actuator.4. The device as recited in wherein the controller controls total travel claim 3 , speed of travel and/or acceleration of the linear actuator.5. The device as recited in wherein the controller varies the movement parameters of the linear actuator during movement of the linear actuator.6. The device as recited in further comprising a sensor coupled to the controller claim 3 , the sensor for detecting parameters concerning weight and/or center of gravity of the objects.7. The device as recited in wherein the linear actuator is initializable prior to start-up and/or on the fly.8. The device as recited in ...

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Номер записи: 9

16-01-2014 дата публикации

SYETEMS AND METHODS FOR ELECTRICALLY TESTING OBJECTS

Номер: US20140017017A1

Автор: Cohen Shy, Greenberg Ilan

Принадлежит:

A method and a system may be provided. The system includes a substantially horizontal space adapted to receive objects; multiple tunnels and multiple gas openings configured to convey a gas pressure that induces objects to enter the tunnels; and an electrical testing module configured to compare between an electrical characteristic of an object that is imaged by the imager and an electrical characteristic of a reference object to provide an electrical test result. 1. A system , comprising: a substantially horizontal space adapted to receive objects; multiple tunnels and multiple gas openings configured to convey a gas pressure that induces objects to enter the tunnels; and an electrical testing module configured to compare between an electrical characteristic of an object that is imaged by the imager and an electrical characteristic of a reference object to provide an electrical test result.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the objects are millimetric capacitors.3. A system claim 1 , comprising: a substantially horizontal space adapted to receive objects; multiple tunnels and multiple gas openings configured to convey a gas pressure that induces objects to enter the tunnels; and a sorting unit and a movable portion that when placed at a certain position exposed the tunnels.4. The system according to wherein the substantially horizontal space adapted to receive objects but prevent objects from being piled one over the other.5. The system according to claim 3 , wherein the objects are millimetric capacitors.6. A method claim 3 , comprising: receiving objects by a substantially horizontal space; conveying gas through multiple gas openings to induce objects to enter the tunnels; and comparing between an electrical characteristic of an object that is imaged by the imager and an electrical characteristic of a reference object to provide an electrical test result.7. The method according to claim 6 , wherein the objects are millimetric capacitors.8. A method ...

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Номер записи: 10

23-01-2014 дата публикации

Guider for conveying sheet-shaped object

Номер: US20140021011A1

Автор: Dong Tan, En WU, Guangjun Yin

Принадлежит: GRG Banking Equipment Co Ltd

A guider for conveying a sheet-shaped Object comprises two side plates ( 13, 14 ); two wheel components ( 7, 11 ) arranged in parallel between the two side plates ( 13, 14 ), a top channel plate ( 9 ) being disposed on the wheel components; and two side channel components ( 10, 8 ) disposed between the two wheel components ( 7, 11 ) and the top channel plate ( 9 ), the two side channel components ( 10, 8 ) forming a horizontal channel with the top channel plate ( 9 ), and each forming a lateral channel with the wheel component at the same side, two ends of the side channel component being respectively hinged on the two side plates ( 13, 14 ). The guider further comprises two swing plates ( 6, 17 ) respectively fixedly disposed on the two side channel components ( 10, 8 ); a first driving device for driving the two swing plates ( 6, 17 ) to swing; a reversing member ( 19 ) hinged between the two lateral channels and used for switch between the two lateral channels; and a second driving device for driving the reversing member ( 19 ) to swing. The guider for conveying a sheet-shaped object of the present invention simplifies the structure of the guider, and meanwhile reduces the manufacturing cost of the guider.

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Номер записи: 11

20-02-2014 дата публикации

PACKAGE AUTOMATION APPARATUS

Номер: US20140048383A1

Автор: Jung Hoon, KIM Young Won, NA Dong Gil

Принадлежит: Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute

Provided is a package automation apparatus including: a detection unit configured to detect package information of a package conveyed to a tray; a chute operation unit configured to operate a package loading chute so that the package is loaded on at least one of a plurality of sorting spaces formed at a pallet adjacent to the tray; and a control unit configured to transfer an operation control signal of the package loading chute to the chute operation unit so that the package is loaded on any one of the plurality of sorting spaces, based on the package information, in order to easily sort the package automatically. 1. A package automation apparatus comprising:a detection unit configured to detect package information of a package conveyed to a tray;a chute operation unit configured to operate a package loading chute so that the package is loaded on at least one of a plurality of sorting spaces formed at a pallet adjacent to the tray; anda control unit configured to transfer an operation control signal of the package loading chute to the chute operation unit so that the package is loaded on any one of the plurality of sorting spaces, based on the package information.2. The package automation apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the package information includes at least one of a volume claim 1 , a weight claim 1 , a destination claim 1 , and a barcode of the package.3. The package automation apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the detection unit includes at least one of a camera and a laser which detects the package information.4. The package automation apparatus of claim 1 , whereinthe package loading chute includes a reference chute inclined at a reference inclined angle toward the pallet from the tray; and a plurality of unit chutes which is coupled with the reference chute, corresponds to the plurality of sorting spaces, and operates from the reference inclined angle to a set inclined angle, andthe chute operation unit operates the plurality of unit chutes at the set inclined ...

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Номер записи: 12

20-02-2014 дата публикации

Divider for dividing products into parallel lanes

Номер: US20140048384A1

Автор: Davide Borghi, Elena Sacchetti, Paolo Mignano, Roberto Torelli, Stefano FLORE

Принадлежит: Tetra Laval Holdings and Finance SA

A divider dividing products into parallel lanes comprises a support frame; at least one guide channel for receiving the products, carried by the frame and extending parallel to a longitudinal direction; a fixed first guide connected to the frame and extending parallel to a transversal direction orthogonal to the longitudinal direction; second guide carried by the frame and extending parallel to the longitudinal direction; first actuator for moving the guide channel parallel to the transversal direction; and second actuator for moving one of two telescopically coupled channel portions of the guide channel relative to the other in a direction parallel to the longitudinal direction; the second guide connected to the frame in a fixed position; the first/second actuators comprising a first/second motorized cursor slidably coupled to the first/second guide and connected to the guide channel/one of the two channel portions to move it parallel to the transversal/ longitudinal direction.

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Номер записи: 13

20-02-2014 дата публикации

POSTAL SORTING MACHINE FOR SORTING FLAT ARTICLES WITH A SEPARATION FLAP

Номер: US20140048385A1

Автор: Agier Francois, Berliet Damien, De Sousa Olivier, Delbe Emmanuel

Принадлежит: SOLYSTIC

A postal sorting machine for flat articles on edge, said machine comprising first belt conveyor means suitable for conveying said flat articles along a first path, a plurality of sorting outlets, each of which is associated with a separator flap mounted to move about a pivot axis between a first position in which it does not interfere with said first path and a second position in which it intersects said first path so as to direct said flat articles along a second path, said separator flap being suspended by a pivot rod extending on one side of said flap only, so that the zone under said separator flap is left free. 110.-. (canceled)11. A postal sorting machine for flat articles on edge , said machine comprising:a frame carrying at least first belt conveyor means suitable for conveying said flat articles along a first path,at least one separator flap mounted to move about a pivot axis between a first position in which it does not interfere with said first path and a second position in which it intersects said first path so as to direct said flat articles along a second path,said postal sorting machine being characterized in that said separator flap comprises a vane secured to or integral with a pivot rod, which pivot rod defines said pivot axis, and extends on one side of said flap only and is fastened to said frame so that said pivot flap is suspended by said pivot rod while the zone under said separator flap is left free.12. The postal sorting machine according to claim 11 , wherein said separator flap is provided with at least one notch extending from the free edge of said separator flap that is opposite from said pivot axis towards said pivot axis and designed claim 11 , when said separator flap is in at least one of said first and second positions claim 11 , to receive at least one belt of said first conveyor means so that said belt passes through it without any friction.13. The postal sorting machine according to claim 12 , wherein said notch in the separator ...

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Номер записи: 14

27-02-2014 дата публикации

EGG TRANSPORT DEVICE FOR A PACKAGING DEVICE FOR EGGS

Номер: US20140054130A1

Автор: Grootherder Berend Derk

Принадлежит: Moba Group B.V.

The present invention relates to an egg transport device for a packaging device for eggs, comprising a distribution conveyor which extends in a direction of transport from a feed outer end to a discharge outer end and which, as seen in the direction of transport, is bounded on either side by guides extending at least substantially in the direction of transport, which egg transport device is adapted to deliver eggs over at least two discharge tracks of a discharge conveyor () which are distributed in a width direction extending at right angles to the direction of transport, wherein the feed conveyor comprises at least over a part of its length at least two distribution belts () extending parallel to each other and drivable independently of each other by drive devices, and distributing sections () lying in the line thereof, and sensors () are further provided which during use detect the delivery of an egg to a distributing section (). 1. An egg transport device for a packaging device for eggs , comprising a feed mat which extends in a direction of transport from a feed outer end to a discharge outer end and which , as seen in the direction of transport , is bounded on either side by guides extending at least substantially in the direction of transport , which egg transport device is adapted to deliver eggs over at least two discharge tracks of a discharge conveyor which are distributed in a width direction extending at right angles to the direction of transport , characterized in that the feed mat comprises at least over a part of its length an egg distributor with at least two distribution mats extending parallel to each other and drivable independently of each other by drive devices , and distributing sections lying in the line thereof , and that sensors are further provided which during use detect a delivery of an egg to a distributing section.2. An egg transport device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the distributing sections are located between the ...

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Номер записи: 15

27-02-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR OFFSETTING CONVEYOR

Номер: US20140054131A1

Автор: Wolfe Dean

Принадлежит: Telsmith, Inc.

A conveyor assembly adapted to convey material comprising an offsetting conveyor having an offsetting conveyor tail end, an offsetting conveyor swing end, and an offsetting conveyor belt and being adapted to move between an offsetting conveyor centered position an offsetting conveyor angled position, and an offsetting conveyor offset position. The preferred conveyor assembly also comprises an offsetting conveyor swing actuator that is adapted to move the offsetting conveyor between the offsetting conveyor centered position and the offsetting conveyor angled position. The preferred conveyor assembly further comprises a chute having a chute feed end and a chute discharge end and being adapted to move between a chute centered position and a chute angled position. The preferred conveyor assembly still further comprises a chute actuator that is adapted to move the chute between the chute centered position and the chute angled position. A method for moving an offsetting conveyor. 1. A conveyor assembly adapted to convey material , said conveyor assembly comprising:(a) an offsetting conveyor, said offsetting conveyor having an offsetting conveyor tail end, an offsetting conveyor swing end, and an offsetting conveyor belt and said offsetting conveyor being adapted to move between an offsetting conveyor centered position, an offsetting conveyor angled position, and an offsetting conveyor offset position;(b) an offsetting conveyor swing actuator, said offsetting conveyor swing actuator being adapted to move the offsetting conveyor between the offsetting conveyor centered position and the offsetting conveyor angled position;(c) a chute, said chute having a chute feed end and a chute discharge end and said chute being adapted to move between a chute centered position and a chute angled position;(d) a chute actuator, said chute actuator being adapted to move the chute between the chute centered position and the chute angled position;wherein the offsetting conveyor is pivotally ...

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Номер записи: 16

27-02-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR CONVEYING AND SELECTIVELY DISCHARGING PRODUCTS

Номер: US20140054133A1

Автор: Hansen Henning I.

Принадлежит: CABINPLANT INTERNATIONAL A/S

The present invention relates to a method of conveying and selectively discharging food products by providing a feeding system. The feeding system () comprises an inlet end (), an outlet end (), a receptacle () below the outlet end, a determination unit at the outlet end () and a feeder () for conveying the food products from the inlet end to the outlet end. When no food product is present at the outlet or in the receptacle (), the food products are conveyed at a first average velocity. When a food product is present at the outlet end () and no food product is present in the receptacle (), the food products are conveyed at a second average velocity. The second average velocity is lower than the first average velocity. When the food product is leaving the outlet end or is received within the receptacle (), the feeder () is stopped until the individual food product has left the receptacle. 115-. (canceled)16. A method of conveying and selectively discharging individual food products one at a time , the method comprising: a) an inlet end configured for receiving a plurality of substantially solid individual food products;', 'b) an outlet end configured for selectively discharging the individual food products one at a time;', 'c) a receptacle located below the outlet end and configured for receiving the individual food product when discharged from the outlet end;', 'd) a determination unit located at the outlet end; and', 'e) a feeder configured for conveying the food products from the inlet end to the outlet end;, 'i) providing a feeding system, comprisingii) introducing the food products in bulk into the inlet end of the feeding system individually or in a partially overlapping relationship;iii) determining a first operational mode when no food product is present at the outlet end and no food product is present in the receptacle;iv) in the first operational mode, conveying, by the feeder, the food products in a direction from the inlet end towards the outlet end at a ...

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Номер записи: 17

06-03-2014 дата публикации

High Speed Servo Laner

Номер: US20140060998A1

Автор: Koller Adam, Palm Todd Thomas, Thompson Ronald Scott

Принадлежит: Delkor Systems, Inc.

A high speed servo laner apparatus and system includes an entrance to the laner which receives products from an upstream processing line. A pivoting guide has a distal end attached to the entrance and a proximal end attached to a movable portion. At least one pacing screw is also attached to the moveable portion. The at least one pacing screw includes a thread, which has a pitch and radius configured to accommodate passage of a unit of product between two axially adjacent portions of the thread. 1. A laner apparatus for diverting product to one of a plurality of lanes , the laner apparatus comprising:an entrance constructed and arranged to receive a plurality of products from an upstream processing line;a movable portion;a pivoting guide having a distal end and a proximal end, the distal end of the pivoting guide being attached to the entrance, the proximal end of the pivoting guide being attached to the movable portion; andat least one pacing screw attached to the movable portion, the at least one pacing screw having a thread, the thread having a pitch and a radius, the pitch and radius being selected to accommodate a unit of product between two axially adjacent portions of the thread.2. The laner apparatus of further comprising a servo-motor that controls the rotation of the pacing screw.3. The laner apparatus of where the movable portion is controlled by a plurality of servo motors.4. The laner apparatus of wherein the entrance further comprises a central wall that divides the entrance into two parallel lanes of product flow.5. The laner apparatus of further comprising:a corral attached to the movable portion, the corral having two opposing ends and two opposing sides, the two opposing sides defining a channel between the two opposing ends of the corral, each of the two opposing sides having an interior surface and an exterior surface; anda plurality of extending guides, each extending guide having a fixed portion and a movable portion, the fixed portion being ...

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Номер записи: 18

06-01-2022 дата публикации

SLACK SEPARATION APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20220001422A1

Автор: BRON Michael, SCHEPENS Ruud

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The present disclosure relates to methods and apparatus for separating excess slack out from a mixture of product and slack. For example, the slack could be a food product coating. According to one aspect, there is provided a hopper for diverting excess slack away from a mixture of product and slack, the hopper comprising a gate moveable between open and closed positions, wherein the gate is configured such that: when the gate is in the open position a first path is provided for contents of the hopper, comprising a mixture of product and slack, to exit the hopper; and when the gate is in the closed position the first path is closed by the gate so that product is retained in the hopper and a second path, different from the first path, is provided for slack to exit the hopper. 1. A hopper for diverting excess slack away from a mixture of product and slack , the hopper comprising a first gate moveable between open and closed positions and a retaining wall , wherein the first gate is configured such that:when the first gate is in the open position a first path is provided for contents of the hopper, comprising a mixture of product and slack, to exit the hopper; andwhen the first gate is in the closed position the first path is closed by the first gate so that product is retained in the hopper and a second path, different from the first path, is provided for slack to exit the hopper; andwherein there is a lateral offset between where contents of the hopper exit the hopper via the first path and where slack exits the hopper via the second path;the hopper being further configured such that, when the first gate is in the closed position, the first gate and the retaining wall slope towards one another, with the retaining wall stopping short of the first gate to form a gap and the first gate extending beyond where the first gate and the retaining wall would otherwise intersect such that a distal end of the first gate is laterally offset from the lower end of the retaining ...

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Номер записи: 19

06-01-2022 дата публикации

System and Method for Reducing Environmental Contamination at a Material Transfer Point

Номер: US20220002095A1

Автор: David Ivan Sepulveda

Принадлежит: Individual

Method and apparatus for the reduction of environmental pollution produced in material handling operations, especially but not exclusive in the transfer of material between two conveyor belts, one of material input and one of output of said material, are disclosed here. The pollution reduction mechanism is based on the reduction of the distance in free fall that the material travels from the material input conveyor belt, by means of maintaining live load of material inside the chute. To achieve this objective, the method considers: measuring the weight of the chute with material; the measurement of one of the two flows; the calculation of the rapidity of change of the weight of the chute; and the regulation of the mass flow of input to the chute or the regulation of the mass flow of output from the chute.

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Номер записи: 20

07-01-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF ARTICLE FEEDER OPERATION

Номер: US20160001985A1

Автор: Austin Christopher D., Brown John W., Good Matthew G., HILLERICH, Houston Edward F., JR. THOMAS A., Mayhall Riley H., McConnell William P., Roman Juan A., Schlender Robert L., Shiu Leung M., Timm Jacob L.

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Embodiments of a system and method for shingulating, singulating, and synchronizing articles in an article feeder system are disclosed. The article feeder system may include a shingulating device configured to receive a stack of articles and to produce a positively lapped stack of articles, a plurality of picking devices configured to pick one or more articles from the positively lapped stack of articles and to produce one or more singulated articles, and one or more synchronization devices configured to deliver the one or more singulated articles to one or more sorter windows. 1. An article processing system comprising:a picking device configured to receive and transport an article;an anti-doubling device disposed in proximity to the picking device, the anti-doubling device configured to apply a vacuum force to the article;a sensor configured to detect the leading edge of the article; anda controller configured to communicate with and control the picking device, the anti-doubling device, and the edge detector.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the picking device comprises:a motor driven perforated belt having one or more openings in its surface; anda vacuum unit configured to apply a vacuum force through the one or more openings in the perforated belt.3. The system of further comprising a synchronization device located downstream of the picking device and the anti-doubling device claim 1 , the synchronization device configured to move the article at a determined speed in order to deliver the article to a rendezvous point.4. The system of further comprising a plurality of picking devices and a plurality of anti-doubling devices.5. The system of wherein one of the plurality of anti-doubling devices is disposed opposite each of the plurality of picking devices.6. The system of wherein the anti-doubling device is configured to apply a variable vacuum force.7. The system of wherein the controller determines the variable vacuum force based at least in part on information ...

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Номер записи: 21

07-01-2016 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR LAYERED STACKING A SUPPORT

Номер: US20160001990A1

Автор: CAVELIUS Jörg

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A device and method for automatically stacking packages on a roll container in a predetermined spatial arrangement for forming a stack, comprising at least one feed conveyor which arranges the individual packages in a predetermined order; a lifting and lowering unit for lifting and lowering of the roll container in the Y-direction; at least one sliding plate and one pusher in order to transport the packages in the Z-direction to the predetermined position in the stack; moveable journals being provided in order to separate the lateral walls of the roll container. In a particular embodiment the journals are arranged on rotating disks. 2. Device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the spreading device has two pins which are arranged at the same height in the region of the expected sidewalls of the trolley and protrude into the stacking location.3. Device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the pins are movable between a spreading position and a non-spreading position.4. Device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the pins can be displaced laterally outwards for spreading purposes.5. Device as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the Pins are each arranged on a vertically oriented rotary disc.6. Device as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the rotary discs have a common drive by means of a rotating cable.7. Device as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the spreading device is arranged on a rear side wall defining the stacking location.8. Device as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the trolleys are arranged on carrier pallets.10. Use of a device as claimed in for carrying out the method as claimed in .11. Use of a device as claimed in for carrying out the method as claimed in .12. Use of a device as claimed in for carrying out the method as claimed in .13. Use of a device as claimed in for carrying out the method as claimed in .14. Use of a device as claimed in for carrying out the method as claimed in .15. Use of a device as claimed in for carrying out the method as claimed in .16. Use of a device as claimed ...

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Номер записи: 22

07-01-2016 дата публикации

System and Method for Automated Truck Loading

Номер: US20160001991A1

Автор: Tim Criswell

Принадлежит: Wynright Corp

An automatic case loader for loading product in a trailer is disclosed. A mobile base structure provides a support framework for a drive subassembly, conveyance subassembly, an industrial robot, a distance measurement sensor, and a control subassembly. Under the operation of the control subassembly, product advances through a powered transportation path to an industrial robot which places the product within the trailer. The control subassembly coordinates the selective articulated movement of the industrial robot and the activation of the drive subassembly based upon the distance measurement sensor detecting objects within a detection space, dimensions of the trailer provided to the control subassembly, and dimensions of the product provided to the control subassembly.

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Номер записи: 23

07-01-2021 дата публикации

COLLECTING ITEMS VIA A CHUTE IN A MATERIAL HANDLING ENVIRONMENT

Номер: US20210002076A1

Автор: Best Richmond Emory, Roth Greg

Принадлежит:

A material handling system includes a conveyor, an actuation unit, and a chute. The chute is mechanically coupled to the conveyor at a defined angle with respect to a surface of the conveyor. The chute includes an inlet defining a first end and a second end, where the first end of the inlet is mechanically coupled to the surface of the conveyor. Further, the chute includes at least one tube configured to be rotated by the actuation unit at a defined rotational speed. The chute also includes an outlet mechanically coupled to the at least one tube. In this aspect, the defined angle and the defined rotational speed is based on at least one of: physical characteristic of an item to be passed through the chute, a rate of inflow of the item through the inlet, and a rate of outflow of the item through the outlet. 1. A material handling system comprising:a conveyor;an actuation unit; and an inlet defining a first end and a second end, where the first end of the inlet is mechanically coupled to the surface of the conveyor;', 'at least one tube defining a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the proximal end of the tube is mechanically coupled to the second end of the inlet, wherein the at least one tube is configured to be rotated about an axis by the actuation unit at a defined rotational speed; and', 'an outlet mechanically coupled to the distal end of the at least one tube, wherein the defined angle at which the chute is mechanically coupled to the conveyor and the defined rotational speed at which the at least one tube is configured to rotate are based on at least one of physical characteristic of an item to be passed through the chute, a rate of inflow of the item through the inlet, and a rate of outflow of an item through the outlet., 'a chute mechanically coupled to the conveyor at a defined angle with respect to a surface of the conveyor, the chute comprising2. The material handling system of claim 1 , wherein the actuation unit comprises:at least one drive roller; ...

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Номер записи: 24

04-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR EMPTYING THE POCKETS OF A TRANSPORT DEVICE IN THE FORM OF A SUSPENSION CONVEYOR, AND DEVICE FOR CARRYING OUT SAID METHOD

Номер: US20180002115A1

Автор: BENZ Marc-Andreas, Fenile Roberto

Принадлежит: Ferag AG

A method for emptying the pockets of a transport device in the form of a suspension conveyor, the transport device including one or more trolleys which are movably mounted on a trolley track and on each of which a pocket hanging downwards for receiving goods is arranged, the pocket formed by at least one flexible material web that is planar when open and that is fastened at both ends to the trolley, forming a loop hanging downwards. The material web is releasably fastened by at least one end to the trolley. The method includes: advancing a closed pocket, opening the pocket by releasing the fastening of the at least one end of the material web to the trolley, emptying the goods from the opened pocket, closing the pocket by fastening the at least one end of the material web to the trolley, and transporting away the emptied and closed pocket. 12010. A method for emptying the pockets () of a transport device () in the form of a suspension conveyor comprising:{'b': 11', '15, 'movably mounting one or more carriages () on a running rail () in the running rail direction;'}{'b': 20', '11', '28', '20', '18', '11, 'arranging a downwardly hanging pocket () on each of the one or more carriages () for receiving transported goods (), wherein the pocket () is formed by at least one flexible material web () which is planar in the an open state and which is fastened at both ends to the carriage (), forming a downwardly hanging carrying loop and/or transport loop; and'}{'b': 18', '11', '16', '18, 'releasably fastening the material web () to the carriage () on at least one end () of the material web (), by the steps{'b': '20', '(a) advancing a pocket () in a closed state,'}{'b': 20', '16', '18', '11, '(b) opening the pocket () by releasing the fastening of the at least one end () of the material web () to the carriage (),'}{'b': 28', '20, '(c) emptying the transported goods () from an opened pocket (),'}{'b': 20', '16', '18', '11, '(d) closing the pocket () by fastening the at least ...

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Номер записи: 25

02-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROCESSING OBJECTS INCLUDING SPACE EFFICIENT DISTRIBUTION STATIONS AND AUTOMATED OUTPUT PROCESSING

Номер: US20200005005A1

Автор: AHEARN Kevin, ALLEN Thomas, AMEND, Cohen Benjamin, DAWSON-HAGGERTY Michael, FORT William Hartman, GEYER Christopher, Hinchey Victoria, JR. John Richard, KING Jennifer Eileen, KOLETSCHKA Thomas, KOVAL Michael Cap, MARONEY Kyle, MASON Matthew T., MCMAHAN William Chu-Hyon, PRICE Gene Temple, Romano Joseph, SMITH Daniel, SRINIVASA Siddhartha, VELAGAPUDI Prasanna, Wagner Thomas

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A space efficient automated processing system for processing objects is disclosed. The processing system includes an input conveyance system for moving objects from an input area in at least an input conveyance vector that includes an input conveyance horizontal direction component and an input conveyance vertical direction component, a perception system for receiving objects from the input conveyance system and for providing perception data regarding an object, a primary transport system for receiving the object from the perception system and for providing transport of the object along at least a primary transport vector including an primary transport horizontal component and a primary transport vertical component that is generally opposite the input conveyance horizontal direction component, and at least two secondary transport systems, each of which receives the object from the primary transport system and moves the object in either of reciprocal directions that are each generally parallel with the input conveyance horizontal direction component and the primary direction horizontal direction component. 140.-. (canceled)41. A space efficient automated processing system for processing objects , said processing system comprising:an input conveyance system for moving objects from an input area in at least an input conveyance vector that includes an input conveyance horizontal direction component and an input conveyance vertically upward direction component;a perception system for receiving objects from the input conveyance system and for providing perception data regarding an object in a perception vector that includes a vertically downward direction component;a primary transport system for receiving the object from the perception system and for providing transport of the object along at least a primary transport vector including a primary transport horizontal direction component and a primary transport vertically upward direction component; andat least two secondary ...

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Номер записи: 26

20-01-2022 дата публикации

RELIEF MODULE AND DEVICE FOR UNLOADING BULK MATERIAL

Номер: US20220017296A1

Автор: KÜCHLE Jefferson, RÜDIGER LILIENTHAL Klaus

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The present invention proposes a relief module comprising a tubular body () for the passage of bulk material, at least a lateral opening () in the tubular body (), a window () to cover the respective lateral opening (), the window () operating in a closed position preventing the bulk material from exiting through the lateral opening () or in an open position allowing the material to exit through the lateral opening (), the window () having at least one portion made of filtering material allowing the air to pass through and retain solid particles, when the window () is in the closed position. The present invention also proposes a bulk material discharge device which receives the bulk material from a feeding system and discharges the bulk material to a destination, the discharge device comprising a relief module configured according to the invention. 1. A relief module comprisinga tubular body for allowing passage of bulk material,at least one lateral opening in the tubular body,a window to cover the at least one lateral opening, the window operating in a closed position which prevents bulk material from exiting through the lateral opening or in an open position allowing bulk material to exit through the lateral opening,the window having at least one portion made of filtering material which allows air to pass through and retain solid particles, when the window is in the closed position.2. The relief module according to claim 1 , wherein the relief module is configured to provide an opening of the window from the closed position to the open position when a level of bulk material contained in the tubular body falls upon the window and exert a force against the window that is higher than a force opposite to the opening of the window.3. The relief module according to claim 1 , wherein the window is fully made of filtering material.4. The relief module according to claim 1 , wherein the window comprises an edge claim 1 , the edge having a housing with a pair of openings ...

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Номер записи: 27

08-01-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR MONITORING THE EMPTY CONDITION OF A CONTAINER CELL OF A CONTAINER CLEANING MACHINE

Номер: US20150008164A1

Автор: WINKEL Matthias

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A device for monitoring the empty condition of a container cell of a container cleaning machine, preferably a container cleaning machine for cleaning returnable bottles in a beverage filling plant, comprising at least one foreign body ejection device for ejecting a foreign body that is present in a container cell from said container cell, wherein a checking device for checking the integrity of the container cell is provided. 1. A system for processing containers comprising:a first plurality of container cells arranged in a first row;a second plurality of container cells arranged in a second row behind the first row, wherein the first row and the second row are perpendicular to a direction of movement of the container cells during processing;a checking device comprising a pivotable feeler arm that moves downward when a container cell insert overlying a corresponding one of the container cells in the first row is absent; andan ejection device comprising a protrusion extending into a treatment opening of a container cell insert.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the ejection device and the checking device for a single assembly.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the checking device is attached to a bracket of the ejection device.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the bracket is approximately perpendicular to the protrusion.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the bracket and the protrusion form a unitary structure.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the checking device is pivotably connected to the ejection device.7. The device of claim 3 , further comprising a pivot axle attached to the checking device and engaged through an opening in the bracket.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the protrusion is located behind the pivotable feeler arm.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the checking device further comprises a triggering area that moves forward when the pivotable feeler arm moves downward.10. The device of claim 9 , wherein triggering area triggers a sensor when a ...

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Номер записи: 28

14-01-2016 дата публикации

IN-LINE ADJUSTABLE GATE

Номер: US20160009502A1

Автор: Svejkovsky P. Blake, Svejkovsky Paul A.

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A conveyor run for moving goods to two or more destinations can be used to move a first fraction of the goods to a first destination and a second fraction of the goods to another destination. A drive motor coupled to a conveyor portion is reversible to enable the conveyor run to move goods in either direction along the conveyor run. An adjustable gate includes a rotatable sleeve with an opening that is positionable relative to conveyor portions between which the adjustable gate is connected. The rotatable sleeve rotates relative to the adjacent conveyor portions to position the opening to set the fraction of the goods that pass from an upstream conveyor portion to the downstream conveyor portion and to set the fraction of the goods that drop from the conveyor run through the opening. 1. An adjustable gate connectable between a conveyor first portion and a conveyor second portion of a conveyor run , the adjustable gate comprising:a cage having a first end flange connectable to the first conveyor portion of conveyor run, and having a second end flange, opposite the first end flange, connectable to the second conveyor portion of the conveyor run;a rotatable sleeve having a circumference and an opening along a portion of its circumference, a first end movably coupled to the first end flange of the cage, a second end movably coupled to a second end flange of the cage to provide for rotation of the rotatable sleeve within the cage, and a gear having a plurality of teeth provided along an outer surface of the rotatable sleeve adjacent to the opening;a first spring-biased plunger assembly disposed intermediate the rotatable sleeve and the conveyor first portion;a second spring-biased plunger assembly disposed intermediate the rotatable sleeve and the conveyor second portion; anda motor connected to at least one of the cage, the conveyor first portion and the conveyor second portion and operable to rotate a drive gear engaged with the gear of the rotatable sleeve.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 29

14-01-2021 дата публикации

PARCEL AND PALLET SORTING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20210009362A1

Автор: Carpenter Michael D., Grupp Francisco

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A parcel sorter system and method. A process performed by a parcel sorter system includes receiving sorting information of a first parcel. The process includes identifying a first destination pallet corresponding to the sorting information. The first destination pallet is associated with a first pallet carousel and a first destination chute. The process includes transporting the first parcel toward the first destination chute. The process includes, while transporting the parcel toward the first destination chute, operating the first pallet carousel to move the first destination pallet proximate to the first destination chute. The process includes delivering the first parcel at the first destination chute for placement on the first destination pallet. 1. A method performed by a parcel sorter system , comprising:receiving sorting information of a first parcel;identifying a first destination pallet corresponding to the sorting information, wherein the first destination pallet is associated with a first pallet carousel and a first destination chute;transporting the first parcel toward the first destination chute;while transporting the parcel toward the first destination chute, operating the first pallet carousel to move the first destination pallet proximate to the first destination chute; anddelivering the first parcel at the first destination chute for placement on the first destination pallet.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising moving the first parcel from the first destination chute to the first destination pallet.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the parcel sorter system moves the first parcel from the first destination chute to the first destination pallet using a palletizing robot.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising operating the first pallet carousel to move the first destination pallet into position to be removed from the first pallet carousel.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising controlling a pallet transport and management system ...

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Номер записи: 30

10-01-2019 дата публикации

MATERIAL PLACER

Номер: US20190009994A1

Автор: Beelman, III Frank J., Morrill Nathan H., Sackett Loren, Smith David, Smith Fred P.

Принадлежит: Racehorse Investments, L.L.C.

A material placer includes conveyors on a frame for receiving material from a side dump trailer and conveying the material to a placing location. The conveyors can include a receiving conveyor for receiving material from the side dump trailer through an opening in a side of the placer, a funneling auger for funneling the material so it flows along a narrow flow path, a transfer conveyor for lifting the material after it is dumped from the side dump trailer, and/or a placing conveyor for placing the material at the placing location. The placing conveyor can be movable between a stowed position and a conveying position. A drive system for the conveyor may be located within a conveyor pulley to reduce the envelope of the material placer. 1. A material placer for placing material at a placing location , the material placer comprising:a support frame;a receiving conveyor supported on the support frame and extending from an upstream end portion to a downstream end portion, the receiving conveyor configured to convey the received material along a flow path to a location adjacent the downstream end portion thereof;a material receiving opening located on a side of the material placer and facing in a direction transverse to the material flow path on the receiving conveyor, the material receiving opening being sized and shaped to receive material dumped from a side dump trailer;a transfer conveyor supported on the support frame and extending from an upstream end portion to a downstream end portion, the transfer conveyor being configured to receive at the upstream end portion the material conveyed by the receiving conveyor, the transfer conveyor being configured to convey the material to a location adjacent the downstream end portion and being oriented at an incline with respect to the support frame to lift the material with respect to the support frame as the transfer conveyor conveys the material; anda placing conveyor supported on the support frame and having an upstream end ...

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Номер записи: 31

09-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING THE STABILITY OF NON-FERROUS METALS ON A CONVEYOR

Номер: US20200010278A1

Автор: Kosmicki Michael R., Thakur Adwait A.

Принадлежит: Novelis Inc.

A conveying system, such as a conveying system for material including non-ferrous metals, includes a conveying belt and a stabilizer. The conveying belt includes a conveying surface and is adapted to convey the material on the conveying surface. The stabilizer is configured to apply a stabilizing force onto the material on the conveyor belt such that the material is stabilized while being conveyed. A method of stabilizing material on a conveyor belt includes receiving the material on the conveying surface of the conveyor belt, conveying the material at a conveying speed with the conveyor belt, and applying the stabilizing force onto the material with a stabilizer such that vertical displacement of at least some of the material is dampened and/or minimized at the conveying speed. 1. A conveying system comprising:a conveyor belt comprising a conveying surface, the conveyor belt adapted to convey material on the conveying surface; anda stabilizer configured to apply a stabilizing force onto the material on the conveyor belt.2. The conveying system of claim 1 , further comprising a first roller and a second roller downstream from the first roller claim 1 , wherein the conveyor belt is movably supported on the first roller and the second roller claim 1 , and wherein the second roller is at an end of the conveying system.3. The conveying system of claim 2 , wherein the second roller comprises an eddy current separator roller configured to apply a magnetic field onto the material on the conveyor belt.4. The conveying system of claim 2 , wherein the stabilizer is provided adjacent to the second roller such that the stabilizing force is applied onto the material at the second roller.5. The conveying system of claim 2 , wherein the stabilizer is provided upstream from the second roller such that the stabilizing force is applied onto the material at a location upstream from the second roller.6. The conveying system of claim 2 , wherein the first roller and the second roller ...

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Номер записи: 32

11-01-2018 дата публикации

Control system for controlling feed of solid fuel in a combustion process

Номер: US20180010794A1

Автор: Janne Kovanen, Mika Muinonen

Принадлежит: Inray Oy

Disclosed is a control system for controlling the feed of a solid fuel in a combustion process. The system includes a control unit which is adapted to communicate by way of a communications link in the system, to receive from online measuring instruments online measurement data regarding a fuel coming from a fuel reception unit, and to control a feeding unit for delivering the measured fuel into a fuel silo on the basis of its content model and measurement data.

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Номер записи: 33

17-01-2019 дата публикации

PROPPANT CONVEYOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20190016536A1

Автор: ARCAND Brent, Campbell David, Campbell Shane

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A proppant conveyor system has: a tower; a bucket elevator; a telescopic conveyor boom mounted to the tower above a ground surface; the telescopic conveyor boom being connected to convey proppant from an outlet of the bucket elevator to a discharge point defined by the telescopic conveyor boom; and the telescopic conveyor boom being mounted to swing in lateral directions relative to an axis of the tower to reposition the discharge point. A method includes: conveying proppant up a bucket elevator, along a telescopic conveyor boom mounted on a tower above a ground surface, and into an inlet of a first storage bin at a well site; repositioning the telescoping conveyor boom over an inlet of a second storage bin at the well site by swinging the telescopic conveyor boom in a lateral direction relative to an axis of the tower; and conveying proppant up the bucket elevator, along the telescopic conveyor boom, and into an inlet of the second storage bin. 1. A proppant conveyor system comprising:a tower;a bucket elevator;a telescopic conveyor boom mounted to the tower above a ground surface;the telescopic conveyor boom being connected to convey proppant from an outlet of the bucket elevator to a discharge point defined by the telescopic conveyor boom; andthe telescopic conveyor boom being mounted to swing in lateral directions relative to an axis of the tower to reposition the discharge point.2. The proppant conveyor system of further comprising a group of storage bins spaced a remote lateral distance from the tower within a maximum range of the telescopic conveyor boom.3. The proppant conveyor system of in which the group of storage bins are located on a well site as part of equipment for carrying out a fracturing operation.4. The proppant conveyor system of in which the tower is located closer to an entrance to the well site than is the group of storage bins.5. The proppant conveyor system of in which the tower is located outside of the well site.6. The proppant conveyor ...

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Номер записи: 34

17-01-2019 дата публикации

Very high-speed linear sortation conveyor with dynamic recirculation capacity

Номер: US20190016539A1

Автор: Adam Stutz, Brett Alan Hedges, Christopher G. Maines, Jason Robert Meta, Justin J. Zimmer, Raymond R. Neiser, Ryan Artz

Принадлежит: INTELLIGRATED HEADQUARTERS LLC

A material handling system includes a very high speed linear sortation conveyor that receives articles at an operating speed of 650 to 700 feet per second (fps) and up to 100 fps with gapping as small as one inch. In one or more embodiments, a recirculation sortation conveyor receives articles that are not diverted by the linear sortation conveyor with dynamic capacity sufficient to handle a high speed shutdown of the linear sortation conveyor. The recirculation sortation conveyor is itself a very high speed linear sortation conveyor having a pusher pre-sort feature that can distribute received articles at different lateral positions on an endless conveyor to align with more than one recirculation sortation conveyors that may be operating at a slower operating speed. In an exemplary embodiment, the recirculation sortation conveyor has a divert section for diverting articles to a divert target on a lateral side.

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Номер записи: 35

15-01-2015 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PROCESSING ITEMS SUCH AS PIECES OF MEAT

Номер: US20150019007A1

Автор: Axelsson Stefan, Thorsson Brynjolfur

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A method of processing items such as pieces of meat, by providing a stream of items by means of a primary conveyor means, allocating at least partly by means of a computer system one or more of said items to one of at least two workstations where said items are processed, e.g. cut and/or trimmed, resulting in one or more processed items, registering in said computer system information about a return of at least one of said one or more processed items to said primary conveyor means, and returning said at least one of said one or more processed items to said primary conveyor means in accordance with said information about a return, wherein the method further comprises keeping track of said items including when they are taken out and put back on the primary conveyor. The invention further relates to a processing system for carrying out the method. 1. A Method for processing food items , comprising the steps of:providing a stream of food items on a conveyor system configured for servicing each one of a plurality of workstations;a computer system automatically selecting one or more of the food items for transfer to a selected one of the workstations;transferring the selected one or more of the food items from the conveyor system to said selected one of the workstations for processing the selected one or more of the food items into processed items, wherein others of the food items are transported past said selected one of the workstations by the conveyor system;registering in the computer system the transfer of the selected one or more of the food items to said selected one of the workstations; andreturning at least some of the processed items to said conveyor system for further transport.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the selected one or more of the food items that are transferred to said selected one of the workstations are transferred in a serial manner claim 1 , such that the processing of each one of the transferred food items occurs one at a time.3. The method ...

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Номер записи: 36

21-01-2021 дата публикации

A HIGH THROUGHPUT RATE PARCEL SORTING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210016323A1

Автор: HOURS Patrick, RIEU Jean

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A sorting system for sorting parcels () comprises a first parcel conveyor () suitable for conveying the parcels in series in a certain conveying direction (D), a second parcel conveyor () extending above a plurality of sorting outlets that is suitable for conveying the parcels in series. The first and second conveyors have respective contiguous conveying portions (PC) via which the first conveyor feeds the second conveyor with parcels via an injection device (). The second conveyor is a tray conveyor having trays distributed in series and at constant pitch, each of said trays being mounted to pivot between a tilted position in which it is tilted down along the conveying direction, and a level position in which it is flush with the first conveyor. The system comprises first and second mechanical members that are designed to move the trays between their tilted positions and their level positions. 2. The sorting system according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the tilted positions claim 1 , the trays extend downwards in the direction opposite to the conveying direction in which the parcels are conveyed on the second conveyor.3. The sorting system according to claim 2 , wherein each tray is provided with a retractable flap mounted to go between a closed position in which it is configured to retain a parcel or other postal article on the tray in the tilted position and an open position in which it is configured to release the parcel or other postal article from the tray in the tilted position claim 2 , and in that the sorting system further comprises a monitoring and control unit suitable for causing the flap to move into the open position in such a manner that the parcel or article on the tray falls by gravity into an appropriate sorting outlet.4. The sorting system according to claim 3 , wherein the sorting system further comprises an actuator configured to put the flap into the open position under the control of the monitoring and control unit.5. The sorting system ...

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Номер записи: 37

03-02-2022 дата публикации

SHIPMENT RECEIVING SYSTEMS AND METHODS INCLUDING NOTIFICATION AND RECONCILIATION FEATURES

Номер: US20220036292A1

Автор: Alexander Matthew David, Bellar Jason, Berry Jesse, Crecelius John, Cruz Jeffrey Scott, Propes William M., Taylor Robert James

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Shipment receiving systems and methods are disclosed. Invoice and store inventory management data is provided to an invoice processor for assigning expected destinations to lanes of a material transporter having and a plurality of outlet lanes that each have an indicator. A scanner determines a case identifier for each case which is routed accordingly. One or more notifications is provided to the indicator of one or more of the plurality of outlet lanes. Received shipment data enables reconciliation of upstream supply change management systems and downstream store inventory systems. 125-. (canceled)26. A shipment receiving system comprising:a material transporter having at least one inlet pathway and a plurality of outlet lanes, each outlet lane comprising an indicator, the material transporter configured to move a received case to one of the plurality of outlet lanes based on a received direction;a notification engine configured to provide notifications to the indicator of one or more of the plurality of outlet lanes;a scanner comprising a sensor for detecting a case identifier of each individual one of one or more received cases; and receive the case identifier of an individual received case from the scanner,', 'store a receipt indication for the received case,', 'assign the received case to one of the one or more outlet lanes,', 'direct the material transporter to route the received case to the outlet lane assigned to the received case, and', 'direct the notification engine to provide a notification to the indicator of the outlet lane assigned to the received case when the received case arrives at an unloading portion of the outlet lane, the notification providing information regarding the received case to an unloader., 'a sorting engine, operably coupled to the material transporter, the scanner, and the notification engine, and configured to27. The system of claim 26 , wherein the notification comprises one or more of: a destination assigned to the received case ...

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Номер записи: 38

21-01-2021 дата публикации

TRANSPORT DEVICE AND FREEZE-DRYING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210016977A1

Автор: TOCHIGI Hidenobu

Принадлежит: AZBIL CORPORATION

A transport device having a plate; a conveyor to transport articles; a pusher to push and move a row of articles on the conveyor onto the plate; and a stopper to prevent the articles from being moved by the conveyor and to define the start of a row of articles being moved onto the plate by the pusher. The conveyor causes the positions of rows of articles stopped by the stopper to move alternately so that the positions of rows of articles moved onto the plate are shifted alternately. 1. A transport device comprising:a plate;a conveyor configured to transport articles;a pusher configured to push a row of the articles on the conveyor and transfer the row of the articles onto the plate; anda stopper configured to restrain movement of the articles by the conveyor and define a head of the row of the articles to be transferred onto the plate by the pusher,wherein the conveyor moves positions of the rows of the articles stopped by the stopper alternately such that the positions of the rows of the articles transferred onto the plate are shifted alternately.2. The transport device according to claim 1 , further comprising a vertical gate disposed between the plate and the conveyor claim 1 , the vertical gate being configured to move upward to prevent the articles from being transferred onto the plate while the articles are moving on the conveyor and to move downward while the row of the articles is being pushed by the pusher.3. The transport device according to claim 1 , further comprising an approach gate configured to restrain the movement of the articles on the conveyor and define a terminal end of the row of the articles to be transferred onto the plate.4. The transport device according to claim 3 , further comprising a counting sensor configured to count a number of the articles received between the stopper and the approach gate.5. The transport device according to claim 4 , wherein the approach gate is closed when the number of the articles reaches a predetermined ...

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Номер записи: 39

25-01-2018 дата публикации

Very High Speed Linear Sortation Conveyor with Dynamic Recirculation Capacity

Номер: US20180022555A1

Автор: Artz Ryan, Hedges Brett Alan, Maines Christopher G., Meta Jason Robert, Neiser Raymond R., Stutz Adam, Zimmer Justin J.

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A material handling system includes a very high speed linear sortation conveyor that receives articles at an operating speed of 650 to 700 feet per second (fps) and up to 100 fps with gapping as small as one inch. In one or more embodiments, a recirculation sortation conveyor receives articles that are not diverted by the linear sortation conveyor with dynamic capacity sufficient to handle a high speed shutdown of the linear sortation conveyor. The recirculation sortation conveyor is itself a very high speed linear sortation conveyor having a pusher pre-sort feature that can distribute received articles at different lateral positions on an endless conveyor to align with more than one recirculation sortation conveyors that may be operating at a slower operating speed. In an exemplary embodiment, the recirculation sortation conveyor has a divert section for diverting articles to a divert target on a lateral side. 1. A material handling system comprising: an elongate frame comprising a pair of lateral side frames;', 'an endless apron supported for movement on the elongate frame to define a top conveying run and a bottom return run;', 'more than one pusher received for lateral movement across the endless apron;', 'more than one divert conveyor positioned respectively along at least one lateral side of the elongate frame to receive articles diverted by one or more pusher from the distally-moving top conveying run of the endless apron;', 'a plurality of switches that selectively divert articles to one of a plurality of divert locations, wherein respective divert locations associated with a selected divert conveyor;', 'more than one divert guide path, each respective divert guide path of the more than one divert guide path disposed downstream of a respective associated more than one switch to receive a selected pusher diverted by a selected switch into the selected divert guide path to divert a selected article, wherein each respective divert guide path comprising an ...

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Номер записи: 40

25-01-2018 дата публикации

Automatic infeed tipper, and apparatus and method for controlling automatic infeed tipper

Номер: US20180022558A1

Автор: Ki-Hak KIM, Woo-Jin Kim

Принадлежит: Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute ETRI

Disclosed herein are an automatic infeed tipper and an apparatus and method for controlling the automatic infeed tipper. The apparatus for controlling an automatic infeed tipper includes an article infeed control unit for allowing a pallet loaded with multiple articles to be installed on the tipper and controlling an angle of the tipper so that the articles loaded onto the pallet are fed into a conveyor unit, and a conveyor control unit for sequentially driving a transport conveyor belt and a plurality of tipper-use conveyor belts, which are provided in the conveyor unit, so as to disperse the articles fed into the conveyor unit.

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Номер записи: 41

10-02-2022 дата публикации

SORTING MODULE AND CONVEYER APPARTUS COMPOSED THEREOF

Номер: US20220041377A1

Автор: SUN Lining

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A sorting module including two groups of transportation rollers, the two groups of transportation rollers include at least one group of irregular rollers, the other group of transportation rollers are regular rollers or irregular rollers, each group of transportation rollers include at least one row of transportation rollers, each row of transportation rollers include at least one transportation roller; the rotation center lines of each row of transportation rollers are on one straight line, and the rotation center lines of the two groups of transportation rollers are generally perpendicular to each other. A conveying device including the sorting module is simple in structure and low cost. 1. A sorting module , comprising: two groups of transportation rollers ,wherein the two groups of transportation rollers include at least one group of irregular rollers, wherein a cross-section of the irregular roller perpendicular to a rotation center line of the irregular roller is non-circular or eccentric, and the non-circular cross-section is substantially an ellipse, a regular polygon or another shape;wherein the other group of transportation rollers are regular rollers or irregular rollers,wherein when the irregular rollers rotate, the highest point of a top of each irregular roller is higher than the lowest point of a top of another group of irregular rollers or the top of the regular rollers,wherein when the irregular rollers do not rotate, the highest point of the top of the irregular roller is substantially located at the lowest point of the top of the roller during rotation;wherein the cross-section of the regular roller perpendicular to a rotation center line of the regular roller is circular, and the rotation center line passes through the center of the cross-section;wherein the regular rollers are cylindrical rollers; each group of transportation rollers include at least one row of transportation rollers,wherein each row of transportation rollers include at least ...

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Номер записи: 42

28-01-2021 дата публикации

System and method for sorting moving objects

Номер: US20210024297A1

Автор: Feng-Tso Sun, Feng-Yu Sun, Hui-Pu CHANG, Yi-Ting Yeh

Принадлежит: Kapito Inc

A system for sorting moving objects is disclosed. The system comprises a light source, an image capturing device, a controlling and processing device, and an object sorting device. Particularly, the controlling and processing device is configured to decide a first setting parameter so as to apply a parameter adjustment to the light source, and is also configured to decide a second setting parameter so as to apply an parameter adjustment to the image capturing device. After deciding an object classifier based on the first setting parameter, the second setting parameter, and object images received from the image capturing device, the object sorting device is controlled to apply an object sorting process to the of objects that are delivered by the belt conveyor, thereby sorting the objects into at least two object group consisting of a normal object group and a defective object group.

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Номер записи: 43

28-01-2021 дата публикации

CONTAINER DUMPING MODULE

Номер: US20210024299A1

Автор: Gunter Carl, Ha Long, Scott Darius

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A container dumping module comprises a frame assembly and a conveyor bed with plurality of rollers supported on the frame assembly. A cradle assembly positioned on the frame assembly. The cradle assembly comprises a pair of lower and upper guide support plates to support a container in a home position, a transit position, and a work position. A drive assembly mechanically coupled to the frame assembly and configured to drive the cradle assembly to one of the home position, the transit position, or the work position. 1. A container dumping module comprising:a frame assembly;a drive assembly mechanically coupled to the frame assembly; and 'one or more finger-like structures provided at a lower end of the cradle assembly to support at least a portion of bottom face of a container in a home position, a work position, and a transit position;', 'a cradle assembly suspended on the drive assembly, wherein the cradle assembly comprises a third support plate positioned perpendicular to the first support plate and the second support plate to support at least a portion of a side face of the container in the home position, the work position, and the transit position, wherein the home position, the work position, and the transit position are determined based on a type of item handled by the cradle assembly of the container dumping module; and', 'wherein the one or more finger-like structures, the first support plate, the second support plate, and the third support plate are mechanically coupled to each other with a support bracket., 'a first support plate and a second support plate positioned at an upper end of the cradle assembly to support at least a portion of a top face of the container in the home position the work position, and the transit position; and'}2. The container dumping module of claim 1 , wherein the drive assembly comprises:an idler shaft extending from a first side of the frame assembly to a second side of the frame assembly and the cradle assembly is fastened ...

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Номер записи: 44

29-01-2015 дата публикации

SORTING SYSTEM FOR DAMAGED PRODUCT

Номер: US20150027934A1

Автор: Davis Curt Matthew, JOHNSTON Thomas R.

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A sorting system having a plurality of sorting assemblies where each sorting assembly has an image device that transmits an image of product to a controller that then actuates a robotic sorting device to remove damaged product through a suction tube based upon the transmitted image. 1. A sorting system , comprising:a first conveyor mounted to a frame;an image device mounted to the frame above the first conveyor;a controller connected to the image device wherein the controller detects damaged product based upon information transmitted by the image device; anda sorting device connected to the controller wherein the controller moves the sorting device over and down to remove detected damaged product.2. The system of wherein the sorting device has at least one robotic arm.3. The system of wherein the controller determines a most efficient order requiring a least amount of time and movement in moving the sorting device to pick up the damaged product.4. A sorting system claim 1 , comprising:a first sorting assembly associated with a first conveyor;a second sorting assembly associated with a second conveyor and positioned downstream from the first conveyor; anda third sorting assembly associated with a third conveyor that receives damaged product from the first and the second sorting assemblies.5. The system of wherein the third sorting assembly removes non-damaged product from the third conveyor.6. The system of wherein the third sorting assembly transports non-damaged product to at least one of the first and the second conveyors. This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/681,649 filed Nov. 20, 2012.This invention is directed toward a sorting system for damaged products, and more particularly to a sorting system that utilizes an image device and robotic sorting device to separate damaged product from non-damaged product.Sorting systems are well known in the art. For some products, particularly those that require visual inspection, the ...

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Номер записи: 45

10-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SEPARATING OBJECTS USING DROP CONVEYORS WITH ONE OR MORE OBJECT PROCESSING SYSTEMS

Номер: US20220043991A1

Автор: AMEND, Gauthier Andrew, GEYER Christopher, Hinchey Victoria, JR. John Richard, Kittredge Jeffrey, Kumar Lakshman, MARONEY Kyle, MASON Matthew T., Romano Joseph, VELAGAPUDI Prasanna, Wagner Thomas

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A distribution system is disclosed for use with an induction system with an object processing system. The distribution system provides distribution of dissimilar objects into one of a plurality of receiving units. The distribution system includes an urging system for urging an object on a conveyor from the conveyor to a chute that includes at least one actuatable door for selectively dropping the object through the at least one actuable door, said chute leading to a first receiving station with a second receiving station being positioned below the at least one actuable door. 130.-. (canceled)31. A distribution system for providing dissimilar objects into one of a plurality of receiving stations , said distribution system comprising an urging system for urging an object on a conveyor from the conveyor to a chute in a generally horizontal direction , wherein the urging system includes an air intake system that provides a negative air flow to urge the object from the conveyor to the chute , and wherein the urging system further includes a first forced air system that opposes the air intake system and directs a first positive air flow at the object in the generally horizontal direction to urge the object from the conveyor to the chute.32. The distribution system as claimed in claim 31 , wherein the urging system further includes second forced air system that directs a second positive air flow in a generally vertical direction to facilitate urging the object from the conveyor.33. The distribution system as claimed in claim 32 , wherein the conveyor includes an air-permeable conveyor section proximate the second forced air system.34. The distribution system as claimed in claim 31 , wherein the chute leads to a further conveyor.35. The distribution system as claimed in claim 31 , wherein the chute leads to a mobile carrier.36. The distribution system as claimed in claim 31 , wherein the first forced air system is reversible in flow direction.37. The distribution system as ...

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Номер записи: 46

02-02-2017 дата публикации

Self-Propelled Cold Milling Machine, As Well As Method For Milling Off And Transporting Away A Milled-Off Stream Of Material

Номер: US20170030032A1

Автор: Barimani Cyrus, Hähn Günter, Ley Herbert, Verhaelen Philip

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In a self-propelled cold milling machine, in particular cold milling machine, for working ground surfaces, with a milling drum supported at a machine frame, no less than one conveying device arranged at the machine frame which accepts the milled-off material from the milling drum and discharges said milled-off material, in conveying direction, at a discharge end along a parabolic trajectory onto a point of discharge, it is provided for the following features to be achieved: that the conveying device comprises a shielding device at the discharge end, where said shielding device shields the material milled off and leaving the conveying device without influencing the parabolic trajectory on a part of the path to the point of discharge at least by means of lateral sections. 1. A milling machine for working ground surfaces , comprising:a machine frame;a milling drum supported from the machine frame;at least one conveyor arranged on the machine frame to accept milled-off material from the milling drum, the at least one conveyor including a discharge end to discharge the milled-off material in a conveying direction along a parabolic trajectory; anda shield of multi-part design including separate lateral shield sections, the shield including an operating position in which the shield is arranged to shield the milled-off material leaving the at least one conveyor along at least part of the parabolic trajectory.2. The milling machine of claim 1 , wherein the shield is movable between the operating position and a transport position.3. The milling machine of claim 2 , wherein the shield is pivotable laterally about an axis extending essentially orthogonally to a loading surface of the at least one conveyor claim 2 , or about an essentially vertical axis claim 2 , from the operating position to the transport position.4. The milling machine of claim 2 , wherein the shield is shiftable in a longitudinal direction of the at least one conveyor from the transport position to the ...

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Номер записи: 47

17-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND APPARATUSES FOR LOADING, TRANSPORTING AND UNLOADING FRAGILE PRODUCT

Номер: US20220048719A1

Автор: Svejkovsky Paul Blake

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A system and a method for gently loading, transporting and unloading frangible products using totes is provided. The system includes a loading station at a first location, an unloading station at a second location and a plurality of totes for use in storing the frangible products for transportation from the first location to the second location. The totes include an interior space that is upwardly curved and concave for gently receiving the frangible products therein as they are laterally discharged off of a lateral discharge portion of the reciprocating conveyor. Two or more totes can be sequentially loaded along the lateral discharge portion of the reciprocating conveyor using backpressure caused by accumulation of frangible product along the edge of the lateral discharge portion of the reciprocating conveyor to redirect incoming frangible products towards a downstream section of the lateral discharge portion of the reciprocating conveyor. 1. A system for loading and unloading a large plurality of frangible products that prevents unwanted breakage , the system comprising:a plurality of totes, each tote having a base, an open top, a removable lid sized to engage the open top of the tote to close the open top, a first side, a second side, opposite the first side, a first end intermediate the first side and the second side, a second end opposite the first end and intermediate the first side and the second side, the first end having a gate with an upwardly concave shape, and a gate closure movable between a closed position to close the gate and an open position to open the gate, and an interior space defined by an upwardly concave surface, the upwardly concave surface having a first steeply sloped portion proximal to an intersection between the first side and the open top of the tote, a lowermost portion proximal to the base of the tote, and a first transitionally sloped portion intermediate the lowermost portion of the interior space and the first steeply sloped ...

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Номер записи: 48

01-05-2014 дата публикации

METHOD FOR REJECTING AN ARTICLE

Номер: US20140116842A1

Автор: Gut Thorsten

Принадлежит: KRONES AG

A method for rejecting an article from a sequence of transported articles, wherein the establishment of a first contact between a pusher and the article to be rejected is detected by at least one measurement signal, and wherein a desired stroke is carried out for diverting the article, starting from the detected contact. Errors regarding a different lateral offset of the articles to be rejected and blind strokes caused thereby can thus be reduced. 1. A method for rejecting an article , particularly a bottle , from a sequence of articles by means of a pusher from a conveyor belt , wherein a measurement signal for detecting a first contact between the pusher and the article to be rejected is monitored and the pusher carries out a desired stroke , starting from the first contact.21. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a total stroke for rejecting the article () starting from an inoperative position of the pusher for passing through the sequence of articles is determined individually for the article.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement signal is periodically recorded at least within a blind stroke of the pusher towards the article.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the first contact is detected during the continuous advance movement of the pusher.5. The method according claim 1 , wherein the measurement signal is an actual value of the pusher which is typical of the position or the movement of a plunger provided on the pusher or of a resistance put up against the plunger.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein the actual value curve is compared with the curve of a desired value.7. The method according to claim 6 , wherein the desired value curve is predetermined in response to at least one of a dimension or a the mass of the article.8. The method according to claim 6 , wherein differential values are calculated from actual values and desired values corresponding in time.9. The method according to claim 8 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 49

31-01-2019 дата публикации

CONVEYOR DEVICE

Номер: US20190031448A1

Автор: FUJIO Yoshihiko

Принадлежит: DAIFUKU CO., LTD.

A conveyor device for conveying articles includes: travel units, trays provided for the respective travel units, and infill plates, each covering a clearance left between the trays. A swing bar supports the infill plate so as to vertically swing the infill plate and is provided at a position shifted by a predetermined distance L in a direction opposite to the traveling direction of the travel unit from the position of a coupler connecting the travel unit supporting a plate-tilting shaft and the travel unit traveling ahead, the plate-tilting shaft supporting the infill plate so as to laterally tilt the infill plate. 1. A conveyor device for conveying articles , comprising:a plurality of travel units traveling along a conveying path for the articles;article supports that support the articles and are provided for the respective travel units so as to travel on the conveying path; andinfilling members provided for the respective article supports, the infilling member covering a clearance left between the article supports adjacent to each other along a traveling direction of the travel unit,wherein the travel unit supports the article support and the infilling member so as to laterally tilt the article support and the infilling member with respect to the traveling direction,the travel unit is connected via a coupler to the adjacent travel unit in the traveling direction,the infilling member covers a clearance left between the article support supported by the travel unit supporting the infilling member and the article support supported by the travel unit that travels ahead of the travel unit supporting the infilling member,the infilling member is supported by a tilting shaft so as to laterally tilt with respect to the traveling direction of the travel unit, the tilting shaft being extended in the traveling direction of the travel unit and supported by the travel unit,the infilling member is supported by a swing shaft so as to vertically swing with respect to the traveling ...

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Номер записи: 50

04-02-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF HANDLING TUBERS

Номер: US20210031239A1

Автор: Verschuren MARK

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A system for handling tubers comprises at least one camera; at least one conveyor for displacing said tubers relative to said camera; a processor for processing images obtained from said camera to determine at least one value representative of said tubers' diameter and at least one value representative of said tubers' length; an actuator for directing tubers below a pre-determined diameter dtowards a first category of tubers and selecting tubers above said pre-determined diameter dfor further processing; said actuator or a further actuator being configured to further process said tubers by either accepting said tubers into a target category when said tubers' length is above a variable length Lor directing said tubers for further processing when said tubers' length is below said variable length L; and said processor being configured to assess the average length of a batch of tubers and dynamically adjust said variable length L; whereby a pre-determined average length Lof tubers for a pre-determined number of tubers is maintained for said target category. 1. A method of handling tubers comprising the steps:providing a batch of in tubers;providing at least one camera for generating images of the individual tubers in the batch of tuber and/or images of the batch of individual tubers;providing at least one conveyor for displacing said tubers relative to said camera;providing a processor communicating with the at least one camera for receiving images generated by the at least one camera;processing, with the processor, images obtained from said at least one camera to determine at least one value representative of said tubers' diameter and at least one value representative of said tubers' length;{'sub': 1', '1, 'providing an actuator for directing tubers having, a determined value below a pre-determined diameter dtowards a first category of tubers and directing tubers having a determined value above said pre-determined diameter dfor further processing;'}{'sub': x', 'x, " ...

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Номер записи: 51

11-02-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GROUPING AND POSITIONING ITEMS

Номер: US20160039550A1

Автор: BOUDREAU Jean-Robert, CORRIVEAU Michel, SAVARD Yannick, SOUCY Sebastien

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An apparatus displaces and positions items in a predetermined configuration. The apparatus includes a grouping station, a grouping manipulator using at least two degrees of freedom and having a prehension end-effector and a placing manipulator using at least four degrees of freedom and having a prehension end-effector. The grouping manipulator is configured to pick items at a first item location, displace the items towards the grouping station, and release the items at the grouping station to form a group of items. The placing manipulator is configured to pick the group of items at the grouping station, change an orientation of the group of items, and release the group of items at a receiving station in the predetermined configuration. A method displaces and positions items in a predetermined configuration. 1. An apparatus for displacing and positioning items in a predetermined configuration , the apparatus comprising:a grouping station;a grouping manipulator using at least two degrees of freedom and having a prehension end-effector, the grouping manipulator being configured to pick items at a first item location, displace the items towards the grouping station, and release the items at the grouping station to form a group of items; anda placing manipulator using at least four degrees of freedom and having a prehension end-effector, the placing manipulator being configured to pick the group of items at the grouping station, change an orientation of the group of items, and release the group of items at a receiving station in the predetermined configuration.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an item carrier from which the items are picked at the first item location by the grouping manipulator claim 1 , the item carrier extending along a production line aligned with an axis “X” claim 1 , having a transversal axis “Z” claim 1 , the axes “X” and “Z” being perpendicular to an axis “Y” claim 1 , and wherein the prehension end-effector of the grouping ...

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Номер записи: 52

09-02-2017 дата публикации

SINGULATORS WITH PORTS FOR DIVERTING ITEMS

Номер: US20170036866A1

Автор: Brazeal Jeffery Lynn, Grace Jason Dean, Mills Michael Jay, Mueller Harald, Smarzinski Louis George, Turnbull Glenn

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Disclosed are various embodiments for a singulator that has a port for diverting items. An item is received on at least one conveyor segment of a singulator. The item is transported using at least one conveyor segment to a side wall of the singulator. The item is transported using at least one conveyor segment through a port in the side wall of the singulator. 1. A system , comprising: a side wall having a port that forms an opening in the side wall, the port having a vertical height based at least in part on a thickness of a packaged product;', 'a guard that covers a portion of the port in the side wall; and', receive the packaged product;', 'transport the packaged product to be positioned against the side wall by at least forcing the packaged product along at least a first portion of the at least one conveyor segment;', 'transport the packaged product along the side wall to the port; and', 'transport the packaged product through the port; and, 'at least one conveyor segment configured to, 'wherein the thickness of the packaged product can interfere with an operation of a second portion of the at least one conveyor segment., 'a singulator that comprises2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the port comprises a first port and the vertical height comprises a first vertical height claim 1 , and wherein the side wall further comprises a second port after the first port claim 1 , the second port having a second vertical height greater than the first vertical height.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the guard comprises a door that covers the port.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a container configured to receive the packaged product after the packaged product is transported through the port in the side wall.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one conveyor segment comprising a plurality of rollers having a plurality of axes that are skewed relative to the side wall.6. A system claim 1 , comprising: a side wall having a slot that forms an opening in ...

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Номер записи: 53

24-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SEPARATING OBJECTS USING CONVEYOR TRANSFER WITH ONE OR MORE OBJECT PROCESSING SYSTEMS

Номер: US20220058354A1

Автор: AMEND, Gauthier Andrew, GEYER Christopher, Hinchey Victoria, JR. John Richard, Kittredge Jeffrey, Kumar Lakshman, MARONEY Kyle, MASON Matthew T., Romano Joseph, VELAGAPUDI Prasanna, Wagner Thomas

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A distribution system is disclosed for use in an induction system with an object processing system. The distribution system provides distribution of dissimilar objects into one of a plurality of receiving units. The distribution system includes an urging system for urging an object on a conveyor from the conveyor to one of a plurality of adjacent receiving stations via a receiving chute, wherein each receiving station is lower than the conveyor. 130.-. (canceled)31. A distribution system for distributing objects , said distribution system comprising:a feed conveyor including a weight sensing conveyor section that determines a weight of an object, the weight sensing conveyor section includes a plurality of rollers mounted on at least one of a force torque sensor and a load cell for determining the weight of the object;a plurality of receiving stations on either side of the feed conveyor and positioned lower in elevation than the weight sensing conveyor section, wherein the plurality of receiving stations includes at least one output conveyor; andan urging system for selectively urging the object from the feed conveyor to either the at least one output conveyor adjacent to one side of the feed conveyor via a first chute or to an opposing receiving station of the plurality of receiving stations adjacent to an opposite side of the feed conveyor via a second chute based on the weight of the object determined by the weight sensing conveyor section.32. The distribution system as claimed in claim 31 , wherein the urging system includes a forced air system for providing positive air flow at the object in either of two mutually opposing directions.33. The distribution system as claimed in claim 31 , wherein the urging system includes an air intake system for providing negative air flow at the object in either of two mutually opposing directions.34. The distribution system as claimed in claim 31 , wherein the urging system includes a bi-directional conveyor section.35. The ...

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Номер записи: 54

08-05-2014 дата публикации

TRANSFER DEVICE FOR TRANSFERRING SEALED PACKAGES OF A POURABLE FOOD PRODUCT AND METHOD OF REMOVING FALLEN SEALED PACKAGES FROM THE TRANSFER DEVICE

Номер: US20140123595A1

Автор: Catellani Andrea, Pedretti Richard

Принадлежит: TETRA LAVAL HOLDINGS & FINANCE S.A.

There is disclosed a transfer device for transferring sealed packages of a pourable food product, comprising a transporter for conveying packages along an at least partly curved path; transfer device also comprises a through opening which is arranged on one side of path and is adapted to allow the discharge of packages that have fallen along path. 1. A transfer device for transferring sealed packages of a pourable food product , comprising transporting means for conveying said packages along an at least partly curved path;comprising a through opening which is arranged on one side of said path and is adapted, in use, to allow the discharge of the packages that have fallen along said path.2. The transfer device of claim 1 , comprising a stationary hollow first body which defines at least one part of said opening.3. The transfer device of claim 1 , comprising:a fixed frame; andsupporting means for supporting said transporting means relative to said frame;said supporting means comprising at least one first disk which extends and may rotate about a first axis and cooperates with a work branch of said transporting means along the curved portion of said path, said first disk comprising a first through bore coaxial with and surrounding said opening.4. The transfer device of claim 3 , wherein said supporting means comprise bearing means for rotatably supporting said at least one first disk with respect to said frame and about said first axis.5. The transfer device of claim 4 , wherein said bearing means comprise a plurality of bearing elements which extend about relative second axes radially spaced from and surrounding said axis.6. The transfer device of claim 4 , wherein each said bearing element comprises:at least one stationary body fitted to said frame; anda first roller rotatable about said stationary body about said second axis and comprising a first groove cooperating with a first protrusion defined by a first radially inner end of said first disk.7. The transfer ...

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Номер записи: 55

25-02-2016 дата публикации

Method and system for transferring objects

Номер: US20160052727A1

Автор: Zmaj Petrovic

Принадлежит: Gebo Packaging Solutions France SAS

A method for transferring at least one object ( 7 ) from a conveying surface ( 9 ) of a supply conveyor ( 6 ) onto a surface ( 15 ), the method including the following steps: conveying the object ( 7 ) in a conveying direction, the object ( 7 ) including a base ( 7 a ) that rests on the conveying surface ( 9 ), bringing the object ( 7 ) into contact with a guide ( 16 ) placed in the conveying direction at a distance from the downstream end line ( 12 ) of the supply conveyor ( 6 ), ending the contact between the base ( 7 a ) of the object and the conveying surface ( 9 ), dropping the object ( 7 ) onto the receiving surface ( 15 ), the step of ending the contact between the base ( 7 a ) of the object ( 7 ) and the conveying surface ( 9 ) only taking place after the step of bringing the object ( 7 ) into contact with the guide ( 16 ).

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Номер записи: 56

13-02-2020 дата публикации

System and Method for Automatic Disposition of Articles

Номер: US20200051018A1

Автор: Sender Shamiss

Принадлежит: Recon Group LLP

The present disclosure concerns a system and a related method for the automatic disposition of articles. The system can combine information on the identity of an arbitrary article, price data, cost data and disposition rules to determine the disposition of the article and effect a physical change in a switch that represents the disposition determination. The switch can be associated with a diverter swing arm. The system can, moreover, determine the identity of the article and label the article in real time, having determined the disposition of the article between article identification and article labeling. The disposition determination can provide a rationale for sortation.

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Номер записи: 57

01-03-2018 дата публикации

TRAY STACK DISPENSER

Номер: US20180057274A1

Автор: Wouters Marinus Hendrikus Petrus

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A packaging dispenser, for dispensing stacks of nested trays to a packing device, has a frame, a first conveyor for conveying and supporting a first plurality of stacks of nested trays in a first level, and a second conveyor downstream of the first conveyor for receiving stacks of nested trays from the first conveyor. The packaging dispenser also includes a vertical chute underneath the second conveyor for dispensing stacks of nested trays to a packing device. The second conveyor has a pair of laterally spaced conveyor elements for supporting only lateral edge regions of a stack of nested trays. The laterally spaced conveyor elements are retractable to allow a stack of nested trays, supported thereon, to be released into the chute. The packaging dispenser can further be provided with a tray separator upstream of the chute for loosening individual trays of a stack, while keeping the trays in a stacked and nested arrangement. 2. Packaging dispenser as in claim 1 , wherein advancing movement of the second conveyor is arranged to be controlled independently of advancing movement of the first conveyor.3. Packaging dispenser as in claim 1 , wherein the frame comprises height adjustable legs.4. Packaging dispenser as in claim 1 , or claim 1 , wherein the first conveyor is a belt conveyor.5. Packaging dispenser as in claim 1 , wherein each of the laterally spaced conveyor elements is a narrow belt conveyor.6. Packaging dispenser as in claim 1 , further including a tray separator upstream of the chute for loosening individual trays of a stack claim 1 , while keeping the trays in a stacked and nested arrangement.7. Packaging dispenser as in claim 6 , wherein the tray separator comprises opposite pairs of screw spindles.8. Packaging dispenser as in claim 1 , further comprising at least a first pair of laterally spaced opposite ridges for supporting opposite lateral edges of a second plurality of stacks of nested trays in a second level above the first level.9. Packaging ...

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Номер записи: 58

04-03-2021 дата публикации

OBJECT CONVEYING AND/OR SORTING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210060620A1

Автор: Horvath Per, Löfqvist Bo, Wehlin Karin

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An object conveying system is provided. The system comprises guide plate () having at least one channel () for conveying an object () between a first end () and second end () of the corresponding channel (). Each channel () comprises a first aperture () provided at a first longitudinal position thereof (P).The system further comprises an object measurement unit () for conducting an optical measurement associated with a property of the object via the first aperture () when the object passes the first aperture () towards the second end (). At least one ejector unit () is arranged to eject the object conveyed on the corresponding channel when reaching a second longitudinal position (P P′) located downstream of the first aperture () based on the measured property of the object and a timing signal associated with a conveying velocity of the object being conveyed along the channel (). 1. An object conveying system comprising;a guide plate having at least one channel for conveying an object between a first end and a second end of the corresponding channel, wherein the at least one channel comprises a first aperture provided at a first longitudinal position thereof,an object measurement unit for conducting an optical measurement associated with a property of the object via the first aperture when the object passes the first aperture towards the second end,at least one ejector unit arranged to eject the object conveyed on the corresponding channel when reaching a second longitudinal position on the guide plate located downstream of the first aperture based on the measured property of the object and a timing signal associated with a conveying velocity of the object being conveyed along the channel.2. The object conveying system according to claim 1 , further comprising a second aperture provided at a third longitudinal position arranged downstream the first longitudinal position claim 1 , wherein said second aperture is operatively coupled to the object measurement unit such ...

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Номер записи: 59

28-02-2019 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC ARTICLE SORTING CONVEYOR APPARATUS

Номер: US20190062072A1

Автор: KIM Dong Hwan

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An automatic article sorting conveyor apparatus includes a supply unit configured to include first and second oblique roller frames having a plurality of first and second oblique rollers and to convey articles, an arranging unit configured to include third and fourth oblique roller frames having a plurality of third and fourth oblique rollers and a middle belt frame including a middle belt having a front coupled to the first and second oblique roller frames, and an article drop unit configured to include first and second counter-oblique roller frames having a plurality of first and second counter-oblique rollers on the left and right sides of the middle belt, first and second drop chutes having one ends coupled to the first and second counter-oblique roller frames, and first and second conveying belt frames have one ends coupled to the first and second drop chutes and including conveying belts circulate. 1. An automatic article sorting conveyor apparatus , comprising:a supply unit configured to comprise first and second oblique roller frames having a plurality of first and second oblique rollers rotatably driven by first and second motors, and to convey articles so that the articles are collected between the first and second oblique roller frames;an arranging unit configured to comprise third and fourth oblique roller frames having a plurality of third and fourth oblique rollers rotatably driven by third and fourth motors and a middle belt frame comprising a middle belt having a front coupled to the first and second oblique roller frames, positioned between the third and fourth oblique roller frames and circulated and rotated by a rotational drive, and to arrange and convey articles loaded onto a front end side of the middle belt and articles loaded onto both sides of the middle belt in a row; andan article drop unit configured to comprise first and second counter-oblique roller frames having a plurality of first and second counter-oblique rollers rotatably driven ...

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Номер записи: 60

17-03-2022 дата публикации

CONVEYING DEVICE

Номер: US20220081222A1

Автор: SUN Lining

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A conveying device including a frame, a transportation channel, and a branch conveying mechanism, the transportation channel and the branch conveying mechanism are driven by their respective driving units, and the transportation channel is provided with a number of rows of regular rollers, or at least a conveyor belt, or a combination of regular rollers and a conveyor belt, the branch conveying mechanism includes at least one group of irregular rollers, when the irregular roller rotates, the highest point of a top of the roller is higher than an upper surface of an adjacent transportation channel during the rotation, and the lowest place of a top horizontal plane of the roller is lower than the upper surface of the adjacent transportation channel; when the irregular roller does not rotate, the top of the roller substantially stops at the lowest place of the top horizontal plane of the roller during rotation; the transportation channel and the branch conveying mechanism are provided alternately. 1. A conveying device comprising:a frame,a transportation channel, anda branch conveying mechanism,the transportation channel and the branch conveying mechanism are driven by their respective driving units, and the transportation channel is provided with a number of rows of regular rollers, or at least a conveyor belt, or a combination of regular rollers and a conveyor belt,wherein the branch conveying mechanism includes at least one group of irregular rollers, each group of the irregular rollers includes at least one row of the irregular rollers, and roller axles of the irregular rollers are provided on the frame via a roller axle support system, the cross-section of the irregular roller perpendicular to a rotation center line of the irregular roller is non-circular or eccentric, and the non-circular cross-section is substantially an ellipse, a regular polygon or another shape; a rotation center line of the eccentric cross-section does not pass through its center; when the ...

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Номер записи: 61

17-03-2022 дата публикации

MULTIPLE AXIS WORK-PIECE TRANSFER APPARATUS

Номер: US20220081223A1

Автор: Launiere Timothy Richard

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A work-piece transfer apparatus, comprising at least one work-piece engagement structure; at least one first robot arm pivotally connected to the work-piece engagement structure; a first motor coupled to the first robot arm and being adapted for translating the first robot arm fore and aft in a generally horizontal direction; a second motor; at least one second robot arm being in operating driving relationship with the second motor and operatively coupled with the work-piece engagement structure for raising and lowering the work-piece engagement structure; and a support structure for supporting the apparatus or portions thereof; wherein the first motor and second motor are operated synchronously to raise, lower, and/or translate the work-piece engagement structure in a fore and aft direction by way of one or both of the first robot arm and second robot arm. 1. A work-piece transfer apparatus comprising:a. at least one generally elongated work-piece engagement structure;b. at least one first robot arm having a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion being pivotally connected to the at least one generally elongated work-piece engagement structure;c. a first motor coupled to the at least one first robot arm at the second end portion and being adapted for translating the at least one first robot arm fore and aft in a generally horizontal direction;d. a second motor;e. at least one second robot arm having a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion of the at least one second robot arm being in operating driving relationship with the second motor, and the second end portion operatively coupled with the at least one generally elongated work-piece engagement structure for raising and lowering the at least one generally elongated work-piece engagement structure; and{'claim-text': 'wherein the first and second motors are operated synchronously to raise and lower the at least one generally elongated work-piece engagement ...

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Номер записи: 62

12-03-2015 дата публикации

CONVEYOR EMPLOYING A VACUUM

Номер: US20150068866A1

Автор: Fourney Matthew L.

Принадлежит: LAITRAM, L.L.C.

A sorting conveyor employs suction to stabilize products on a conveyor belt. The sorting conveyor comprises a conveyor belt including a plurality of embedded rollers for moving conveyed objects relative to the conveyor belt. A vacuum chamber below the conveyor belt houses activators for the rollers and selectively creates a vacuum zone above the conveyor belt for pulling objects on the conveyor belt. 1. A sorting conveyor , comprising:a conveyor belt comprising a plurality of rollers;a vacuum chamber disposed below the conveyor belt, the vacuum chamber connected to a vacuum generator to create a vacuum zone in a select area above the conveyor belt; anda controller for selectively operating the vacuum generator when a conveyed object is in the vacuum zone.2. The sorting conveyor of claim 1 , further comprising:an array of activators for activating the rollers, the array of activators housed within the vacuum chamber.3. The sorting conveyor of claim 1 , further comprising an array of vacuum chambers below the conveyor belt claim 1 , each vacuum chamber connected to a separate vacuum generator.4. The sorting conveyor of claim 1 , wherein the vacuum chamber comprises a sealed box having side walls and an open top.5. The sorting conveyor of claim 1 , further comprising a sensor for sensing the location of a conveyed object claim 1 , wherein the controller selectively operates the vacuum generator based on information from the sensor.6. The sorting conveyor of claim 5 , further comprising a tracker for tracking a conveyed object sensed by the sensor claim 5 , wherein the controller uses the information from the tracker to selectively operate the vacuum generator.7. A sorting conveyor claim 5 , comprising:an array of vacuum chambers, each vacuum chamber connected to a vacuum generator;an array of activators for selectively activating one or more rollers in a conveyor belt, each vacuum chamber housing a set of activators; anda conveyor belt traveling over the series of ...

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Номер записи: 63

22-05-2014 дата публикации

DYNAMIC DISCHARGE COMPENSATION FOR A SORTATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20140142746A1

Автор: Rosenwald Jeffrey A., Vegh Mark Kenneth

Принадлежит: INTELLIGRATED HEADQUARTERS, LLC

The discharge accuracy of unit sortation is improved by making real time adjustments to the discharge timing of the carrier based on the determined actual position of each article on respective carriers. The adjustments are applied at the time the discharge command is given. 1. A method of discharging an article from a sortation system , the article positioned off-center on a selected moving carrier of the sortation system , the method comprising:detecting a relative location of the article positioned off-center on the selected moving carrier;determining a release point for discharging to a selected stationary discharge location, the release point compensating for the relative location of the article positioned off-center; andin response to reaching the release point, initiating discharge of the article positioned off-center by the selected moving carrier.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:detecting a longitudinal component of the relative location of the article positioned off-center on the selected moving carrier; anddetermining the release point for discharging to the selected stationary discharge location to compensate for the longitudinal component of the relative position.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:detecting a longitudinal component and a lateral component of the relative location of the article positioned off-center on the selected moving carrier; anddetermining the release point for discharging to the selected stationary discharge location to compensate for the longitudinal component and the lateral component of the relative position.4. The method of claim 3 ,wherein the selected moving carrier comprises a cross belt carrier; andwherein determining the release point for discharging further comprises compensating for one or more factors including a motor speed profile for the cross belt carrier and a longitudinal speed of the selected moving carrier.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising communicating a discharge command ...

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Номер записи: 64

10-03-2016 дата публикации

SORTING DEVICE AND A METHOD OF OPERATING THE SORTING DEVICE

Номер: US20160068354A1

Автор: Hopman Jozef Walter Maria, Van Haaster Patrick Theodorus Johannes

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A sorting device comprises a support member for supporting and transporting an article. The support member is drivable in a conveying direction. The sorting device also comprises a loading station at which at least an article can be loaded to the support member, and an unloading station at which at least an article can be removed from the support member. The unloading station is provided with a plurality of receivers for receiving an article that is removed from the support member. The receivers are arranged transversely with respect to the conveying direction and disposed such that they are below the support member when the support member is at the unloading station. Furthermore, the sorting device comprises a controller for directing an article that is supported and transported by the support member to a selected one of the receivers. 1. A sorting device , comprisinga support member configured to support and transport an article, which is drivable in a conveying direction and tiltable between a laying position and a downward position about a tilting axis extending transversely with respect to the conveying direction,a loading station configured to load an article to the support member,an unloading station configured to unload the article from the support member,a releasable locking member configured to hold a product to the support member in the downward position thereof,wherein the sorting device is configured such that under operating conditions the support member is tilted downwardly before arriving at the unloading station and the locking member is released close to or at the unloading station.2. The sorting device according to claim 1 , and further comprising a conveying member configured drive the support member along a conveying path claim 1 , the support member being pivotably mounted to the conveying member claim 1 , the support member being tiltable with respect to the conveying member about a tilting axis.3. The sorting device according to claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 65

11-03-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMATED CHICKEN SORTING CONVEYOR BELT

Номер: US20210068374A1

Автор: Chance Zachary Adam, Cole Steven Meriwether, Vaughn II Garland Alan

Принадлежит: Hatchery Planning, Inc.

Technologies are described herein for an automated chicken sorting conveyor belt system. Conveyor belts that move chicks from a loading area into bins move laterally (or horizontally) as the chicks fill up the bins. This reduces various impact, acceleration, and other forces imparted on the chicks. 1. A sorting system , comprising: move to a first lateral position to receive the chick; and', 'laterally move to a second lateral position to deposit the chick in a bin, wherein the first lateral position and the second lateral position are a same height above the bin; and, 'a first conveyor belt to receive a chick from a sorting process, the first conveyor belt configured tothe bin to receive the chick from the first conveyor belt.2. The sorting system of claim 1 , wherein the first conveyor belt further comprises a chute.3. The sorting system of claim 1 , wherein the first conveyor belt further comprises at least one conveyor separator to maintain the chick on the first conveyor belt.4. The sorting system of claim 1 , further comprising: move to a plurality of third lateral positions to receive a plurality of second chicks; and', 'laterally move to a plurality of fourth lateral positions to receive the plurality of second chicks., 'a plurality of second conveyor belts, each of the plurality of second conveyors belts configured to5. The sorting system of claim 1 , further comprising an optical density sensor to determine an amount of chicks to move the bin from a first position to a second position.6. The sorting system of claim 1 , further comprising a chick counter to determine an amount of chicks to move the bin from a first position to a second position.7. The sorting system of claim 1 , wherein the bin comprises a first deposit location and a second deposit location claim 1 , wherein the first deposit location is below the first lateral position and the second deposit location is laterally below the second lateral position.8. The sorting system of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 66

09-03-2017 дата публикации

SHEET PROCESSING SYSTEM AND SHEET PROCESSING METHOD

Номер: US20170066600A1

Автор: Nakanishi Ayaka, Oosawa Hisashi

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A sheet processing system comprising: 1. A sheet processing system comprising:a plurality of sheet processing apparatuses;a conveying unit conveying a container containing a plurality of sheets;a distribution unit for distributing the container to any one of the plurality of sheet processing apparatuses;an identification information reading unit for obtaining identification information from the container;a communication unit for receiving information about the sheets contained in the container; anda controller for controlling a distribution destination of the container, on the basis of information about processing situations of the plurality of sheet processing apparatuses, the identification information about the container, and the information about the sheets contained in the container.2. The sheet processing system according to claim 1 , wherein the controller distributes the container to any one of the plurality of sheet processing apparatuses.3. The sheet processing system according to claim 1 , wherein the controller determines whether the sheets are contained in the container or not claim 1 , on the basis of information about the sheets received by the communication unit claim 1 , and in a case where the sheets are determined to be contained in the container claim 1 , the controller distributes the container to any one of the plurality of sheet processing apparatuses.4. The sheet processing system according to claim 1 , wherein the controller determines whether the sheets are contained in the container or not claim 1 , on the basis of information about the sheets received by the communication unit claim 1 , and in a case where the sheets are determined not to be contained in the container claim 1 , the control unit conveys the container to the vacant container accumulation unit claim 1 , and distributes the conveyed container to any one of the sheet processing apparatuses.5. The sheet processing system according to claim 1 , wherein the controller determines ...

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Номер записи: 67

11-03-2021 дата публикации

DISCONTINUOUS GRID SYSTEM FOR USE IN SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROCESSING OBJECTS INCLUDING MOBILE MATRIX CARRIER SYSTEMS

Номер: US20210070551A1

Автор: AHEARN Kevin, ALLEN Thomas, AMEND, Cohen Benjamin, DAWSON-HAGGERTY Michael, FORT William Hartman, GEYER Christopher, JR. John Richard, KING Jennifer Eileen, KOLETSCHKA Thomas, KOVAL Michael Cap, MARONEY Kyle, MASON Matthew T., MCMAHAN William Chu-Hyon, PRICE Gene Temple, Romano Joseph, SMITH Daniel, SRINIVASA Siddhartha, VELAGAPUDI Prasanna, Wagner Thomas

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An automated carrier system is disclosed for moving objects to be processed. The automated carrier system includes a discontinuous plurality of track sections on which an automated carrier may be directed to move, and the automated carrier includes a base structure on which an object may be supported, and at least two wheels assemblies being pivotally supported on the base structure for pivoting movement from a first position to a second position to effect a change in direction of movement of the carrier. 121-. (canceled)22. An automated carrier system for moving objects to be processed , said automated carrier system comprising:an automated carrier having a plurality of wheel assemblies; andan array of discontinuous track sections spaced apart on a floor on which the automated carrier is directed to move, each track section being of a polygon shape and having raised and rounded corners for guiding movement of the wheel assemblies, said automated carrier including a base structure on which an object is supported.23. The automated carrier system as claimed in claim 22 , wherein each track section is generally square in shape.24. The automated carrier system as claimed in claim 22 , wherein each track section is raised.25. The automated carrier system as claimed in claim 22 , wherein said automated carrier includes guide rollers for engaging the raised and rounded corners of the track sections.26. The automated carrier system as claimed in claim 22 , wherein each of said track sections includes identifiable indicia that may be detected by the automated carrier.27. The automated carrier system as claimed in claim 22 , wherein the track sections include no power supply.28. The automated carrier system as claimed in claim 22 , wherein the floor comprises a plurality of interconnected floor modules claim 22 , wherein a portion of the array of discontinuous track sections are mounted on each floor module.29. The automated carrier system as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 68

19-03-2015 дата публикации

HIGH SPEED COUNTER

Номер: US20150075946A1

Автор: Deppermann Kevin, Forinash Brian J., Ondes Allen N., Yannakakis Elias J.

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The present disclosure provides systems and methods for counting a plurality of objects and parsing the objects into groups of varying quantities. In various embodiments, the system includes a singulating and counting module operable to singulate and count a plurality of objects from a large volume of the objects. Additionally, the system includes a diverter and accumulator module operable to receive the singulated objects, parse the objects into groups of varying quantities, and direct each group into a selected one of a plurality of discharge funnels. Furthermore, the system includes an object collection module operable to sequentially position each one of a plurality of object collection receptacles adjacent the discharge funnels such that each group of objects is deposited into a respective corresponding one of the object collection receptacles. 1. A system for counting small objects , said system comprising:a singulating and counting assembly structured and operable to singulate a plurality of objects from a large volume of the objects and count the singulated objects;a diverter assembly structured and operable to receive the singulated objects, parse the received objects into a plurality of groups of objects such that each group of objects comprises an automatically controlled number of objects and at least one of the groups of objects comprises a different number of objects than at least one other group of objects, and direct each group of objects into a selected one of a plurality of diverting tubes of the diverter unit; andan object collection assembly structured and operable to receive and retain a plurality of object collection receptacles in positions adjacent the diverting tubes such that each group of objects is deposited into a respective corresponding one of the object collection receptacles.2. The system of further comprising a control system operable to control and coordinate the operations of singulating claim 1 , counting claim 1 , parsing claim ...

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Номер записи: 69

05-06-2014 дата публикации

ROTARY PALLET POOL

Номер: US20140151186A1

Автор: CAYLEY, HILGER Timothy J., SR. Michael Paul

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A rotary pallet device for delivering a pallet to an automated machine, such as a CNC vertical machining center. A pallet is mounted to a retractable slide. The retractable slide is movably mounted with respect to a rotatable platform. An operator or worker accesses one or more stations, each with a rotatable door that at least partially houses a receiver for a pallet and/or a workpiece. 1. A rotary pallet device for delivering a pallet to an automated machine , the rotary pallet device comprising:a pallet mounted to a retractable slide, a rotatable platform, the retractable slide movably mounted with respect to the rotatable platform, at least one station each having a receiver for accepting and locking the pallet, each said station having a rotatable door at least partially housing the receiver, and the rotatable door forming a load space for accessing the receiver.2. The rotary pallet device according to wherein the retractable slide is extendible.3. The rotary pallet device according to wherein the station is accessible by an operator.4. The rotary pallet device according to wherein the pallet is removably mounted to the retractable slide.5. The rotary pallet device according to wherein the pallet is releasably locked with respect to the receiver.6. The rotary pallet device according to wherein the rotatable door is movable between a load position and an access position.7. The rotary pallet device according to wherein in the load position the rotatable door provides a safety barrier to an operator accessing the receiver at the station.8. The rotary pallet device according to wherein in the access position the retractable slide accesses a loaded pallet mounted with respect to the receiver at the station.9. The rotary pallet device according to wherein a sensor detects the access position and emits a position signal to a controller claim 6 , and the controller processes the position signal and emits an access signal to move the retractable slide to the station.10. ...

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Номер записи: 70

07-03-2019 дата публикации

CONVEYOR SYSTEM FOR CONVEYING MATERIALS TO BE CONVEYED

Номер: US20190071252A1

Автор: MICHAELI Gerhard, Wolpers Franz

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A conveyor system for conveying material may include a conveyor belt, a feeding mechanism for feeding materials to be conveyed onto the conveyor belt, and a belt system in which the conveyor belt is guided. The belt system may include a first belt-shaping device with which the conveyor belt can be shaped into a U shape. Thus the material to be conveyed may be brought from a substantially flat shape into the U shape. A second belt-shaping device of the belt system may shape the conveyor belt downstream of the feeding mechanism in the conveying direction to form a closed tube. The feeding mechanism may include a catching region configured such that material to be conveyed accumulates therein and forms an impact surface onto which the material to be conveyed can be fed. 113.-. (canceled)14. A conveyor system comprising:a conveyor belt;a feeding mechanism for feeding material to be conveyed onto the conveyor belt; a first belt-shaping device with which the conveyor belt is shaped from a substantially flat shape into a U shape configured to receive the material to be conveyed, wherein the U shape has in a conveying direction a cross section that is constant with respect to the conveying direction, the U shape comprising two limbs and a base connecting the limbs such that the limbs are disposed at an acute angle with respect to each other in the cross section of the conveyor belt, wherein the base comprises an apex of the acute angle, and', 'a second belt-shaping device with which the conveyor belt is configured to be shaped in the conveying direction downstream of the feeding mechanism to form a closed tube,', 'wherein each of the first and second belt-shaping devices include at least three rollers that shape the conveyor belt, wherein the rollers are disposed along a surface of the conveyor belt that faces away from the material to be conveyed., 'a belt system in which the conveyor belt is guided, wherein the belt system comprises15. The conveyor system of wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 71

07-03-2019 дата публикации

MANUAL STATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20190073625A1

Автор: Hoffman Robert E., JOPLIN Jonathan W.

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A pharmaceutical filling system for a high volume pharmacy is described. The system can include a manual pick/pack device and method. The system may include a rotation assembly, a left door and a right door, both positioned below the rotation assembly, a left divider positioned below the left door, and a right divider positioned below the right door, and a left gathering table positioned below the left divider, and a right gathering table positioned below the right divider. The system may also include a control device in electronic communication with the rotation assembly, the doors and the dividers for control of same. 1. A system comprising:a housing having an upper portion with an inner upper passageway and a lower portion with a first lower passageway and a second lower passageway;a first door and a second door positioned within the housing between the upper portion and the lower portion of the housing;a first actuator associated with the first door, the first actuator selectively opening the first door to allow passage from the inner upper passageway to the first lower passageway;a second actuator associated with the second door, the second actuator selectively opening the second door to allow passage from the inner upper passageway to the second lower passageway;a first slide positioned within the first lower passageway beneath the first door;a second slide positioned within the second lower passageway beneath the second door;a first gathering table positioned at a bottom of the first slide; anda second gathering table positioned at a bottom of the second slide.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a rotation assembly for engagement with an elevated tote to selectively rotate the elevated tote, the rotation assembly being positioned proximate the upper portion of the housing and configured to rotate the elevated tote to release contents carried by the elevated tote into the inner upper passageway of the housing.3. The system of claim 2 , further ...

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Номер записи: 72

15-03-2018 дата публикации

CHIP SORTING DEVICES AND RELATED ASSEMBLIES, COMPONENTS AND METHODS

Номер: US20180075684A1

Автор: Krenn Peter

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Chip sorting devices may include at least one chip collection tube having at least one adjustable wall that at least partially defines an inner diameter of the at least one chip collection tube. The at least one adjustable wall may be at least partially rotatable to define different inner diameters. Chip sorting devices may include a chip hopper having a relief mechanism for clearing chips that become jammed between a chip chamber and a base plate of the chip hopper. Methods of sorting chips may include actuating the relief mechanism to increase a space between a top plate of the relief mechanism and the chip chamber. Methods of setting up a chip sorting device may include adjusting an inner lateral dimension of the at least one chip collection tube. 1. A method of sorting chips , comprising:inserting at least one chip into a chip chamber of a chip hopper rotatably mounted over a base plate of the chip hopper;receiving the at least one chip into a hole of a plurality of circular holes defined in a separating wheel base of the chip chamber;transporting the at least one chip along a circumferential path on an upper surface of the base plate of the chip hopper; andincreasing space between the chip chamber and a top plate of a relief mechanism by moving the top plate of the relief mechanism away from the chip chamber.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising pushing the at least one chip along the top plate of the relief mechanism with a pusher having at least one finger extending through an opening in the relief mechanism into a chip well of a chip conveyor unit.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein pushing the at least one chip comprises:driving the at least one finger comprising a plurality of fingers along the opening in the relief mechanism comprising a plurality of slot voids; andextending each finger of the plurality of fingers through a respective slot void of the plurality of slot voids of the relief mechanism.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising: ...

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Номер записи: 73

19-03-2015 дата публикации

MATERIAL HANDLING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20150081090A1

Автор: Dong Junfeng

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A material handling system comprising: a platform for receiving a plurality of articles; a plurality of sorting bins, each bin in corresponding to an article type; an object recognition system for identifying an article on the platform and categorizing said article by specific article type; said 3D object recognition system including a 3D detector for detecting said article and a database containing data on characteristics of article types; an article engagement assembly for engaging and delivering said article to said corresponding sorting bin; wherein the object recognition system is arranged to identify the article based upon the data within said database and instructs the article engagement assembly to engage and place the article in said sorting bin. 1. A material handling system comprising:a platform for receiving a plurality of articles;a plurality of sorting bins, each bin in corresponding to an article type; 'said 3D object recognition system including a 3D detector for detecting said article and a database containing data on characteristics of article types; and', 'an object recognition system for identifying the article on the platform and categorizing said article by specific article type;'}an article engagement assembly for engaging and delivering said article to said corresponding sorting bin;wherein the object recognition system is arranged to identify the article based upon the data within said database and instructs the article engagement assembly to engage and place the article in said sorting bin.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said 3D detector is a 3D camera and the data contained by said database includes image data claim 1 , said object recognition system arranged to capture an image of said article and compare said captured image with images from said database.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the article engagement assembly includes an end-effector for engaging the article claim 1 , said end-effector mounted to a ...

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Номер записи: 74

18-03-2021 дата публикации

Modular sortation units, systems, and methods

Номер: US20210078808A1

Автор: John William Kuhn

Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A modular transfer system with a primary flow system and a diverter system that is repositionable along a track system. The primary flow system includes a primary flow belt for conveying an article along a primary flow path from an infeed side of the modular transfer system to a pass-through side of the modular transfer system. The diverter system that is repositionable along the track system between the infeed side and the pass-through side by attachment within one or more channels.

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Номер записи: 75

26-03-2015 дата публикации

System and method for sorting articles

Номер: US20150083549A1

Автор: Mukesh RAM

Принадлежит: Individual

Described herein is a method for configuring a sorting system with multiple carriers. A sensor is provided on one of the sensors and the sensor is passed across a number of divert locations. An index feature at each divert location is detected by the sensor and the logical position of each divert location is determined. The divert locations are then indexed to the logical position.

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Номер записи: 76

12-06-2014 дата публикации

Conveyor Device For Conveying Flat Articles on Edge, and a Postal Sorting Machine

Номер: US20140158499A1

Автор: Berliet Damien, Caron Arnaud, De Sousa Olivier

Принадлежит: SOLYSTIC

A conveyor device for conveying flat articles on edge, for example as part of a postal sorting machine, includes a back belt and a front belt that define a first nip zone for conveying the flat articles along a first path, a conveying strip provided with a first slide plate supporting the flat articles and mounted to move between a working position in which it is situated adjacent to the first nip zone, the first slide plate being aligned with the nip zone, and a retracted position, in which it is remote from the first nip zone, the slide plate being taken out of alignment with the first nip zone for the purpose of allowing access to the first nip zone. 19-. (canceled)10. A conveyor device for conveying flat articles on edge , comprising:at least one back belt and at least one front belt that define a first nip zone for conveying said flat articles along a first path,at least one conveying strip provided with a first slide plate serving to support said flat articles being conveyed along said first path,wherein said conveying strip is mounted to move between a working position in which it is situated close to said first nip zone, said first slide plate being substantially aligned with said first nip zone, and a retracted position, in which it is remote from said first nip zone, said slide plate being taken out of alignment with said first nip zone so as to allow access to said first nip zone, and wherein said conveyor device has at least one actuation axis embodied by a rod arranged to guide said conveying strip along and about a sliding pivot coupling between its working and retracted positions.11. A conveyor device according claim 10 , further comprising at least one recessed keying shape and at least one keying finger claim 10 , the shape and the finger being suitable for co-operating with each other to prevent said conveying strip from pivoting about said actuation axis when said conveying strip is in its working position and at the start of its movement in ...

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Номер записи: 77

22-03-2018 дата публикации

PLATFORM FOR BAGGAGE CART AND BAGGAGE HANDLING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20180079601A1

Автор: KHONG Weng Wah, YANAGI Hideharu

Принадлежит: CYCLECT ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PTE LTD

The present invention relates to baggage handling systems and in particular a platform for moving baggage in multiple directions and methods of using the same with baggage carts and a baggage handling system to reduce human interaction and intervention with the baggage and for tracking of baggage. 1. A link platform for transferring baggage from one location to another location comprising an x-y conveying system capable of movement backwards or forwards in an x direction and capable of movement backwards or forwards in a y direction wherein the y direction is at an angle to the x direction.2. The link platform according to claim 1 , further comprising a radio frequency identification system capable of receiving claim 1 , storing or transmitting radio frequency.3. The link platform according to or claim 1 , further comprising an actuator capable of moving baggage from one location to another location based on information received from the baggage.4. The link platform according to claim 3 , wherein the actuator is a motor capable of driving the x-y conveying system in at least one direction.5. The link platform according to claim 3 , wherein the actuator is a plunger capable of pushing a baggage off the link platform.6. The link platform according to any one of the preceding claims claim 3 , wherein the link platform is attached to a moveable cart comprising;a container for receiving and/or holding baggage, the container comprising a base and a top side connected by containment sides,wherein the link platform extends at an angle from one of the containment sides, the x direction substantially parallel to the containment side from which it extends and the y direction substantially perpendicular to the containment side from which it extends for movement of baggage into or out of the cart.7. The link platform according to claim 6 , wherein the link platform is vertically moveable with respect to the containment side such that the link platform is capable of being raised ...

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Номер записи: 78

12-03-2020 дата публикации

Object Pickup Strategies for a Robotic Device

Номер: US20200078938A1

Автор: Bradski Gary, Croft Steve, Hinterstoisser Stefan, Konolige Kurt, Rublee Ethan, Strasdat Hauke, Straszheim Troy, Zevenbergen John

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Example embodiments may relate to methods and systems for selecting a grasp point on an object. In particular, a robotic manipulator may identify characteristics of a physical object within a physical environment. Based on the identified characteristics, the robotic manipulator may determine potential grasp points on the physical object corresponding to points at which a gripper attached to the robotic manipulator is operable to grip the physical object. Subsequently, the robotic manipulator may determine a motion path for the gripper to follow in order to move the physical object to a drop-off location for the physical object and then select a grasp point, from the potential grasp points, based on the determined motion path. After selecting the grasp point, the robotic manipulator may grip the physical object at the selected grasp point with the gripper and move the physical object through the determined motion path to the drop-off location. 1. A method comprising:determining two or more potential grasp points on a physical object corresponding to points at which a gripper attached to a robotic manipulator is operable to grip the physical object;determining a motion path for the gripper to follow in order to move the physical object to a drop-off location for the physical object;selecting, based on the determined motion path, a first grasp point on the physical object from among the two or more potential grasp points; andproviding instructions to cause the robotic manipulator to grip the physical object at the selected first grasp point on the physical object with the gripper and move the physical object through the determined motion path to the drop-off location.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving at least one sensor scan of the physical object, wherein determining the two or more potential grasp points on the physical object is based at least in part on the at least one sensor scan of the physical object.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 79

02-04-2015 дата публикации

TRIM ARM ADJUSTMENT ASSEMBLY AUTOMATED SETTING

Номер: US20150090559A1

Автор: Batrin Marius D., Roth Curtis A.

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Techniques for automatically setting trim removal or stacking device arms. One point on a trim arm (such as an end) is attached to a transverse rail, along which that end moves, and provides an anchor point to which the trim arm can be angled. An automated device anchors that end of the trim arm, and locks it in place at a position designated by an operator. A skew adjustment pin couples to a second point on the trim arm, so that adjusting the position of the adjustment pin skews the trim arm's angle. An automated device anchors that second point of the trim arm, and locks it in place at a angle designated by an operator. A control system electronically measures the location of the first anchor point, and directs positioning devices to move trim arms, skew them, and lock or unlock those settings. 1. A method of adjusting a trim arm assembly , comprisingelectronically detecting a location of a trim arm;anchoring a first point on the trim arm at a first location in response to the operation of electronically detecting; andpositioning the trim arm at a selected angle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the operation of anchoring includespositioning the first point on a rail, the rail being disposed transverse to the trim arm; andpositioning an object that restricts transverse movement of the first point.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the operation of positioning an object includesinflating a frictional element that restricts movement of the trim arm at the first point.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the operation of positioning includesselecting a second point on the trim arm;positioning the second point at a selected angle with respect to the first point; andpositioning a frictional element that restricts angular movement of the second point.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the operation of positioning a frictional element includesengaging a surface of an arm skewing anchor with a surface of a skewing element so as to prevent angular movement between a first ...

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Номер записи: 80

05-05-2022 дата публикации

STACKING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20220135350A1

Автор: Burk Mark, Dupin Timothy J., Finke Ryan, GARZA Armando, Kuipers Lee, Wilson Chris LJ, Wilson Nick Lynn

Принадлежит: Morrison Timing Screw Company dba Morrison Container Handling Solutions

A system for forming horizontally stacked groups of containers includes an infeed screw set, an orienting screw set, and a grouping mechanism. Containers are presented to the infeed screw in a vertical orientation, and are progressed from the infeed screw set to the orienting screw set via a transitioning pocket defined by overlapping pockets of the infeed and orienting screw sets. As containers are progressed through the orienting screw the containers are rotated via a series of orienting pockets to a horizontal orientation and progressed via a series of nesting pockets to form a series of horizontally nested containers. The series is discharged to a grouping mechanism which separates a predefined number of containers from the series to form a horizontally stacked group, which is outfed from the stacking system.

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Номер записи: 81

05-05-2022 дата публикации

TEXTILE DETECTION MODULE, TEXTILE SORTING SYSTEM AND USING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20220137330A1

Автор: Chu Jen-You, HSIAO Kai-Jen, Huang Kuan-Yeh, Huang Ssu-Yu, Jiang Ruei-Han, Yang Yi-Cyun

Принадлежит: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE

A textile detection module is suitable for detecting a test specimen. The textile detection module includes a height sensor, an excitation light source, an optical detector, and a focuser. The height sensor is suitable for measuring a height of the test specimen to generate a height signal. The excitation light source provides an excitation light beam. The optical detector is disposed on a transmission path of the excitation light beam and is suitable for receiving the excitation light beam and emitting the excitation light beam along the optical axis and receiving a detection light beam to generate a detection result. The focuser is disposed on the transmission path of the excitation light beam emitted by the optical detector. The focuser includes a focus lens suitable for converting the excitation light beam into a focused excitation light beam. The focused excitation light beam is transmitted from the focuser to the test specimen to generate the detection light beam, wherein the focuser adjusts a position of the focus lens according to the height signal. The height sensor measures the height of the test specimen at a first position of the conveying path, the optical detector performs optical detection on the test specimen at a second position of the conveying path, and the test specimen moves from the first position to the second position along the conveying path.

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Номер записи: 82

19-03-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR THE SORTING OF OBJECTS AND SORTING INSTALLATION

Номер: US20200087080A1

Автор: BECHER JOERN, Hartmann Bernd, KLINK REINHARD

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A method sorts objects in a sorting installation. In order to make possible fine distribution of the objects in a favorable manner in terms of outlay, the objects are conveyed on a sorter of the sorting installation. In a first distribution pass a few of the objects conveyed on the sorter are brought by the sorter into retrieval end stations of the sorting installation and others of the objects conveyed on the sorter are brought by the sorter into a collection end station of the sorting installation and, by means of a transport facility of the sorting installation, objects are automatically transported away from the collection end station and automatically brought back to the sorter. The objects brought back from the collection end station to the sorter by the transport facility are brought by the sorter into one of the end stations in a second distribution pass in each case. 1. A method for sorting objects in a sorting installation , which comprises the steps of:conveying the objects on a sorter of the sorting installation, wherein in a first distribution pass a few of the objects conveyed on the sorter are brought from the sorter into retrieval end stations of the sorting installation and other objects of the objects conveyed on the sorter are brought from the sorter into a collection end station of the sorting installation; andautomatically transporting, by means of a transport facility of the sorting installation, the objects away from the collection end station and automatically brought back to the sorter, wherein the objects brought back by means of the transport facility from the collection end station to the sorter are brought into one of the retrieval end stations by the sorter in a second distribution pass in each case.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the retrieval end stations are assigned predetermined destination regions in the first distribution pass and a few or all of the retrieval end stations are assigned different predetermined ...

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Номер записи: 83

01-04-2021 дата публикации

Parcel or packet sorting installation comprising a bin sorting conveyor

Номер: US20210094074A1

Автор: Damien Berliet, Jean Rieu, Wilfrid Beaugrand

Принадлежит: Solystic SAS

A parcel or packet sorting installation comprising a bin conveyor having bins ( 4 ) that are designed to convey the parcels in series in a certain conveying direction over a plurality of sorting outlets, and a parcel injector designed to inject one parcel per bin, said sorting conveyor being designed to sort the parcels into the sorting outlets from the bins as a function of sorting information affixed to each of the parcels. Each bin comprises two side walls ( 9 ) and a floor ( 10 ) mounted to pivot between the two side walls, and a flap ( 11 ) mounted to pivot at an upstream end of the floor relative to the conveying direction.

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Номер записи: 84

05-04-2018 дата публикации

Determining a Virtual Representation of an Environment By Projecting Texture Patterns

Номер: US20180093377A1

Автор: Ethan Rublee, Gary Bradski, Kurt Konolige

Принадлежит: Industrial Perception Inc, X Development LLC

Example methods and systems for determining 3D scene geometry by projecting patterns of light onto a scene are provided. In an example method, a first projector may project a first random texture pattern having a first wavelength and a second projector may project a second random texture pattern having a second wavelength. A computing device may receive sensor data that is indicative of an environment as perceived from a first viewpoint of a first optical sensor and a second viewpoint of a second optical sensor. Based on the received sensor data, the computing device may determine corresponding features between sensor data associated with the first viewpoint and sensor data associated with the second viewpoint. And based on the determined corresponding features, the computing device may determine an output including a virtual representation of the environment that includes depth measurements indicative of distances to at least one object.

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Номер записи: 85

12-05-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING THE DISGORGING OF OBJECTS IN CONTAINERS BY VIBRATORY MOTION

Номер: US20220144561A1

Автор: AMEND, GEYER Christopher, JR. John Richard, MASON Matthew T., Paxson Alexander, Romano Joseph, Wagner Thomas

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A system is disclosed for controlling the disgorging of objects. The system includes a container system including a container for containing objects, rotation means for rotating the container to a disgorgement angle, and movement means for moving at least a portion of the container system in a repetitious manner with a net zero distance of travel of the at least the portion of the container system such that the objects are disgorged from the container at a controlled rate of disgorgement. 149.-. (canceled)50. A method of controlling disgorgement of objects , said method comprising:lifting a container that contains objects to be disgorged;rotating the container to a first disgorgement angle;capturing movement image data regarding any movement of objects within the container;imparting vibrational movement to the container at a first frequency; andadjusting any of the first disgorgement angle and the first frequency responsive to the movement image data such that said objects are disgorged from the container at a controlled rate of disgorgement.51. The method of claim 50 , wherein the adjusting any of the first disgorgement angle and the first frequency responsive to the movement image data involves adjusting the first disgorgement angle to a second disgorgement angle.52. The method of claim 50 , wherein the adjusting any of the first disgorgement angle and the first frequency responsive to the movement image data involves adjusting the first frequency to a second frequency.53. The method of claim 50 , wherein the adjusting any of the first disgorgement angle and the first frequency responsive to the movement image data involves adjusting the first frequency over a range of frequencies.54. The method of claim 50 , wherein the capturing movement image data includes capturing data regarding movement of objects exiting the container.55. The method of claim 50 , wherein the objects are non-homogeneous.56. The method of claim 55 , wherein the objects vary in size by at ...

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Номер записи: 86

28-03-2019 дата публикации

System and method for delivering proppant to a blender

Номер: US20190092577A1

Автор: Joshua Oren, Peter Glynn

Принадлежит: Oren Technologies LLC

A system for conveying proppant includes a conveyor assembly having a conveyor belt that receives proppant from one or more containers having proppant stored therein. The system also includes a conveyor auxiliary unit connected to an end of the conveyor assembly having one or more joints to enable expansion and collapse of the conveyor belt from the conveyor assembly. The system further includes a proppant chute to direct the proppant from the conveyor belt into a blending hopper, the proppant chute being positioned at a higher elevation than an inlet of the blending hopper.

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Номер записи: 87

12-04-2018 дата публикации

DISTRIBUTION METHOD AND DISTRIBUTION APPARATUS FOR DISTRIBUTING GLASS SUBSTRATES AND RELATED PROCESSING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180099819A1

Автор: BAN Song

Принадлежит: SHENZHEN CHINA STAR OPTOELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

The present disclosure proposes a method for distributing glass substrates. The method includes: utilizing a first robot arm to pick up a first substrate and put the first substrate on a first conveyor belt; utilizing a second robot arm to pick up the first substrate and put the first substrate on a second production line; utilizing a third robot arm to pick up a second substrate and put the second substrate on a second conveyor belt; utilizing a fourth robot arm to pick up the second substrate and put the second substrate on a first production line. The first production line and the second production line are positioned side by side, and the first conveyor belt and the second conveyor belt are positioned between the first production line and the second production line. The method simplifies distribution and raises the efficiency. 1. A method for distributing glass substrates , comprising:utilizing a first robot arm to pick up a first substrate and put the first substrate on a first conveyor belt;utilizing a second robot arm to pick up the first substrate and put the first substrate on a second production line;utilizing a third robot arm to pick up a second substrate and put the second substrate on a second conveyor belt;utilizing a fourth robot arm to pick up the second substrate and put the second substrate on a first production line,wherein the first production line and the second production line are positioned side by side, and the first conveyor belt and the second conveyor belt are positioned between the first production line and the second production line.2. The distribution method according to claim 1 , wherein a logistics corridor is positioned between a ground and the first and the second conveyor belts.3. The distribution method according to claim 2 , wherein the first and the second robot arms grab a holder attached to the first substrate to pick up the first substrate and the third and the fourth robot arms grab a holder attached to the second substrate ...

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Номер записи: 88

08-04-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING SINGULATION OF OBJECTS FOR PROCESSING

Номер: US20210101755A1

Автор: AHEARN Kevin, ALLEN Thomas, Cohen Benjamin, DAWSON-HAGGERTY Michael, GEYER Christopher, KOLETSCHKA Thomas, MARONEY Kyle, MASON Matthew T., PRICE Gene Temple, Romano Joseph, SMITH Daniel, SRINIVASA Siddhartha, VELAGAPUDI Prasanna, Wagner Thomas

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A processing system including a singulation system is disclosed. The singulation system includes a conveying system for moving objects to be sorted from a source area along a first direction, a detection system for detecting objects at the conveying system, and for selecting certain selected objects for removal from the conveying system, and a removal system for removing the certain selected objects from the conveying system for providing a singulated stream of objects. 139-. (canceled)40. An object processing system for processing objects , said object processing system comprising:an input conveyor for moving objects to be sorted from an infeed area along an upward direction on the input conveyor to a primary conveyor, said primary conveyor moving in a generally horizontal direction;a detection and selection system including at least one camera and at least one computer processing system for detecting the objects moving in the generally horizontal direction on the primary conveyor and for selecting certain objects for removal from the primary conveyor to provide a singulated stream of objects on the primary conveyor;a removal system for removing the certain selected objects from the primary conveyor; anda return system for returning the certain selected objects to the infeed area in a downward direction.41. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the input conveyor is a cleated conveyor.42. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the input conveyor is an adjustable speed conveyor.43. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the primary conveyor is a cleated conveyor.44. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the primary conveyor is an adjustable speed conveyor.45. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the singulated stream of objects includes heterogeneous objects.46. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the removal system ...

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Номер записи: 89

02-06-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING GOODS AND SORTING CONTAINER MOVING DEVICES

Номер: US20220168780A1

Автор: Chen Deping, YANG Jun

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A system for processing goods, includes: a sorting device and at least one transfer device abutting the sorting device, the sorting device being provided with a plurality of material bins used for placing goods to be sorted, the sorting container moving devices being provided at each delivery port of the sorting device, and the sorting container moving devices being configured to place a plurality of sorting containers; the sorting container moving devices are configured to move a target sorting container to a goods receiving position; and the sorting device is configured to move a target material bin to a target delivery port corresponding to a target sorting container moving device, and deliver the goods to be sorted from the target delivery port to the target sorting container. 1. A system for processing goods , comprising: a sorting device , and at least one transfer device abutting the sorting device , the sorting device being provided with a plurality of material bins used for placing goods to be sorted , sorting container moving devices being provided at a delivery position of each delivery port of the sorting device , and the sorting container moving devices being configured to place a plurality of sorting containers;wherein, the transfer device is configured to transfer the goods to be sorted to a target material bin of sorting device;the sorting container moving devices are configured to move a target sorting container corresponding to the goods to be sorted to a goods receiving position; andthe sorting device is configured to move the target material bin to a target delivery port corresponding to a target sorting container moving device where the target sorting container is located, and deliver the goods to be sorted via the target delivery port to the target sorting container.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein each transfer device comprises a plurality of transfer branches claim 1 , wherein a first transfer branch is docked with the sorting ...

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Номер записи: 90

21-04-2016 дата публикации

CHIP HANDLING DEVICES AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20160107846A1

Автор: Blaha Ernst, Krenn Peter

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Chip sorting devices and methods of ejecting chips from chip wells are disclosed. In some embodiments, chip sorting devices may include at least one chip ejection unit including at least one finger member selectively movable between a first position outside of at least one channel of a chip conveying unit and a second position within the at least one channel. In additional embodiments, a chip sorting device may include a separating wheel comprising a plurality of chip wells, each chip well configured to hold a plurality of chips. In yet additional embodiments, methods of ejecting a chip from a chip well may include urging a selected chip out of the chip well with the at least one finger member and at least one wall segment of a trailing segmented wall of the chip well. 1. A chip sorting device , comprising:a frame; 'an articulated conveyor comprising a plurality of link units, a portion of the articulated conveyor defining at least one chip well configured to receive a chip therein, the at least one chip well adjacent to at least one segmented guide wall comprising a plurality of wall segments spaced upon the chip conveying unit and defining at least one channel therebetween; and', 'a chip conveying unit comprising 'at least one finger member selectively movable between a first position outside of the at least one channel and a second position within the at least one channel.', 'at least one chip ejection unit configured to eject at least one chip outward from the at least one chip well of the chip conveying unit, the at least one chip ejection unit comprising211-. (canceled)12. The chip sorting device of :wherein the plurality of wall segments are spaced laterally on at least one link unit of the plurality of link units and define at least one longitudinally extending channel therebetween;wherein the at least one chip ejection unit is configured to eject at least one chip laterally outward from the at least one chip well; andwherein the at least one finger member ...

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Номер записи: 91

19-04-2018 дата публикации

RAPID SWITCHING DUAL PROPPANT DELIVERY SYSTEM

Номер: US20180105375A1

Автор: Hunter Tim H., Lewis Bryan John, Lucas Bryan Chapman, Schaffner Austin Carl, Stegemoeller Calvin L., Surjaatmadja Jim Basuki

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In accordance with presently disclosed embodiments, systems and methods for using containers, instead of pneumatic transfer, to move bulk material from a transportation unit to a blender receptacle (e.g., hopper or mixer of a blender) are provided. A transportation unit may deliver multiple containers of bulk material to the well site, where multiple conveyors may deliver the containers to a location proximate the blender receptacle. Openings at the bottom of the containers are arranged adjacent one another so that the load of two containers may be delivered to the tight space occupied by the blender receptacle. Since the transportation unit is able to unload the containers of bulk material without pneumatic transfer, the containers may enable a cleaner and more efficient bulk material transfer at the site. 1. A system , comprising:a blender receptacle associated with a blender;a first conveyor, the first conveyor having an opening disposed over the blender receptacle;a second conveyor, the second conveyor being disposed parallel to the first conveyor and having an opening disposed over the blender receptacle;a first container holding bulk material, the first container supported on the first conveyor over the blender receptacle and having an opening for dispensing bulk material into the blender receptacle, the opening of the first container being aligned with the opening in the first conveyor;a second container holding bulk material, the second container supported on the second conveyor over the blender receptacle and having an opening for dispensing bulk material into the blender receptacle, the opening of the second container being aligned with the opening in the second conveyor;wherein the openings in the first and second container are disposed adjacent one another.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the opening of the first container is disposed at one side of a bottom surface of the first container claim 1 , and wherein the opening of the second container is ...

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Номер записи: 92

02-04-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING IRREGULAR PARCELS

Номер: US20200102153A1

Автор: Carpenter Michael D., Grupp Francisco

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A system for sorting and delivering packages to one of a plurality of loading points includes a first movable cart positioned adjacent a first conveyor in a receiving position to receive packages from the first conveyor, a second movable cart positioned in a staging position, the second movable cart being empty, and a vehicle selectively engageable with the second movable cart to move the second movable cart from the staging position to the receiving position while simultaneously abutting and displacing the first movable cart from the receiving position to a transfer position. 1. A system for sorting and delivering packages to one of a plurality of loading points , the system comprising:a first movable cart positioned adjacent a first conveyor in a receiving position to receive packages from the first conveyor;a second movable cart positioned in a staging position, the second movable cart being empty; anda vehicle selectively engageable with the second movable cart to move the second movable cart from the staging position to the receiving position while simultaneously abutting and displacing the first movable cart from the receiving position to a transfer position.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the receiving position includes an indexing member that engages the first movable cart to at least partially restrain the first movable cart in the receiving position.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first movable cart includes a plurality of wheels that facilitate movement of the cart claim 1 , and wherein the second movable cart is the same as the first movable cart.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the first movable cart and the second movable cart each include an engagement portion claim 3 , and wherein the vehicle includes a coupling portion that cooperates with the engagement portion of one of the first movable cart and the second movable cart to connect the vehicle and the selected one of the first movable cart and the second movable cart for movement.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 93

02-04-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING SINGULATION OF OBJECTS FOR PROCESSING

Номер: US20200102154A1

Автор: AHEARN Kevin, ALLEN Thomas, Cohen Benjamin, DAWSON-HAGGERTY Michael, GEYER Christopher, KOLETSCHKA Thomas, MARONEY Kyle, MASON Matthew T., PRICE Gene Temple, Romano Joseph, SMITH Daniel, SRINIVASA Siddhartha, VELAGAPUDI Prasanna, Wagner Thomas

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A processing system including a singulation system is disclosed. The singulation system includes a conveying system for moving objects to be sorted from a source area along a first direction, a detection system for detecting objects at the conveying system, and for selecting certain selected objects for removal from the conveying system, and a removal system for removing the certain selected objects from the conveying system for providing a singulated stream of objects. 127.-. (canceled)29. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the source area includes a contained area from which objects are drawn by an input conveyor.30. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the input conveyor is a cleated conveyor.31. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the step of moving objects involves the use of primary conveyor a cleated conveyor.32. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the step of moving objects involves the use of primary conveyor is a high speed conveyor.33. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the step of moving objects involves the step of moving the primary conveyor in increments.34. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the method provides a the singulated stream includes dissimilar objects.35. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the method provides a the singulated stream includes similar objects.36. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the step of removing the certain selected objects from the conveying system involves pulling the certain selected objects from the conveying system.37. The method as claimed in claim 36 , wherein the step of sliding the certain selected objects involves sliding the certain selected objects without lifting the certain selected objects from the conveying system.38. The method as claimed in claim 36 , wherein the step of sliding the certain selected objects involves pushing the certain selected objects from the conveying system.39. The method as claimed in claim 28 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 94

09-06-2022 дата публикации

SOLID DRY-TYPE LUBRICANT

Номер: US20220177676A1

Автор: Chang Boyce S., Du Chuanshen, Gregory Paul Ramon, Thuo Martin

Принадлежит: Iowa State University Research Foundation

One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a dry-type lubricant for use in a dry product hopper to help improve dry product flow and to improve anti jamming properties of the dry product. The example lubricant can comprise a hydrophilic fiber, such as cellulose, having a width to length aspect ratio that provides a thin fiber. A plurality of hydrophobic particles are deposited on the surface of the fiber, resulting in a fiber surface exhibiting amphiphobic properties. Further, the fiber can operably absorb water, and then releases the absorbed water to the surface of the fiber under mechanical stress, such as when mixed with a product in a hopper. This can result in the water being disposed on the surface of the fiber, to provide lubrication to a product in a hopper to improve flow and anti jamming characteristics of the product in the hopper. 1. A lubricant for use in a hopper fed system , comprising:a hydrophilic fiber having a width to length aspect ratio of at least one to greater than one; anda plurality of hydrophobic particles respectively disposed on the surface of the fiber, resulting in a fiber surface exhibiting amphiphobic properties;wherein the fiber operably absorbs a liquid, and releases the absorbed liquid to the surface of the fiber under mechanical stress, resulting in the liquid being disposed on the surface of the fiber thereby operably providing lubrication to a product in a hopper to improve flow and anti-jamming characteristics of the product in the hopper.2. The lubricant of claim 1 , the fiber comprising a biodegradable polymer claim 1 , comprising one or more of: cellulose claim 1 , starch claim 1 , lignin claim 1 , collagen claim 1 , silk claim 1 , protein claim 1 , polyglycolic acid (PGA) claim 1 , polylactic acid (PLA) claim 1 , polycaprolactone (PCL) claim 1 , polydioxanone (PDS) claim 1 , and polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB).3. The lubricant of claim 1 , the fiber comprising one or more of: hydroxyl groups disposed on the surface ...

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Номер записи: 95

13-05-2021 дата публикации

VERTICAL SORTER

Номер: US20210139253A1

Автор: Wang Guopeng

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A vertical sorter, comprising: a track, the track comprising at least two straight portions () and at least two curved portions (); a linear motor primary coil () is mounted on the at least two straight portions (), and two adjacent straight portions () are connected by means of at least one curved portion (); supply tables (), the supply tables () being disposed at ends of the at least two straight portions () respectively and being used for providing goods to each straight portion (); chutes (), the chutes () being disposed along two sides of the at least two straight portions () and being used for transporting the goods on each straight portion () to corresponding areas; a sorting trolley (), the sorting trolley () being used for conveying the goods on the supply table () to a corresponding chute (); a secondary magnet () is mounted on the sorting trolley (), the linear motor primary coil () and the secondary magnet () cooperating so as to drive the sorting trolley () to move along the track. The vertical sorter achieves the simultaneous multi-layer sorting of goods by means of providing a plurality of straight portions (), which reduces the planar space which the sorter occupies, and which may also improve sorting efficiency. 1. A vertical sorter , comprising:a track, comprising at least two straight portions and at least two curved portions, a linear motor primary coil being mounted on each of the at least two straight portions, and two adjacent straight portions being connected by at least one curved portion;a supply table, disposed at an end of each of the at least two straight portions and used for providing goods for each of the straight portions;a chute, disposed along each of two sides of each of the at least two straight portions and used for transporting the goods on the each straight portion to a corresponding area;and a sorting trolley, used for conveying the goods on the supply table to a corresponding chute,a secondary magnet being mounted on the ...

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Номер записи: 96

09-04-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING SINGULATION OF OBJECTS FOR PROCESSING

Номер: US20200109012A1

Автор: AHEARN Kevin, ALLEN Thomas, Cohen Benjamin, DAWSON-HAGGERTY Michael, GEYER Christopher, KOLETSCHKA Thomas, MARONEY Kyle, MASON Matthew T., PRICE Gene Temple, Romano Joseph, SMITH Daniel, SRINIVASA Siddhartha, VELAGAPUDI Prasanna, Wagner Thomas

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A processing system including a singulation system is disclosed. The singulation system includes a conveying system for moving objects to be sorted from a source area along a first direction, a detection system for detecting objects at the conveying system, and for selecting certain selected objects for removal from the conveying system, and a removal system for removing the certain selected objects from the conveying system for providing a singulated stream of objects. 139-. (canceled)40. An object processing system comprising:an input source area providing objects to be sorted;an input conveying system for moving the objects to be sorted to a primary conveying system source area;a primary conveying system including the primary conveying system source area and a primary conveyor for moving the objects to be sorted from the primary conveying system source area along a primary conveyor direction;a detection and selection system including at least one perception unit and at least one computer processing system for detecting objects at the conveying system, and for selecting certain selected objects for removal from the primary conveyor; andremoval means for removing the certain selected objects from the primary conveyor for providing a singulated stream of objects in the primary conveyor direction, wherein the removal means provides that the certain selected objects are returned to the input source area.41. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the input conveying system moves the objects to be sorted in a direction that is at least partially upward.42. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the input source area includes an input hopper and the input conveying system includes a cleated conveyor that moves objects from the input hopper to the primary conveying source area.43. The object processing system as claimed in claim 40 , wherein the removal means includes a robotic arm and an end effector for acquiring the certain ...

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Номер записи: 97

09-04-2020 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus of Replenishment in Assembly Line

Номер: US20200109013A1

Автор: Jia Qiang, Tong Jingang, XIANG Kun, Ye Jiao

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The present invention is related to a replenishment method and device in an assembly line. A usage storage area for storing a first object set and a spare storage area for storing a second object set are defined in the replenishment apparatus. The replenishment apparatus comprises a fixing carrier in the usage storage area and a moving carrier in the spare storage area. The replenishment method comprises driving the moving carrier to move the second object set in the spare usage area to the fixing carrier in the usage storage area when a remaining number of objects in the first object set carried in the fixing carrier is zero and the first object set in the fixing carrier is removed; and moving the moving carrier to leave the fixing carrier and recover to the spare usage area. 1. A replenishment method for a replenishment apparatus , utilized in an assembly line , wherein a usage storage area for storing a first object set capable of storing a plurality of objects and a spare storage area for storing a second object set capable of storing a plurality of objects are defined in the replenishment apparatus , the replenishment apparatus comprises a fixing carrier in the usage storage area and a moving carrier in the spare storage area , the replenishment method comprising:determining whether a remaining number of the objects in the first object set carried in the fixing carrier is zero;determining whether the first object set carried in the fixing carrier has been removed;driving the moving carrier to move the second object set in the spare usage area to the fixing carrier in the usage storage area when the remaining number of the objects in the first object set carried in the fixing carrier is zero and the first object set in the fixing carrier is removed; andmoving the moving carrier to leave the fixing carrier to return to the spare usage area.2. The replenishment method of claim 1 , wherein determining whether the remaining number of the objects in the first object ...

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Номер записи: 98

03-05-2018 дата публикации

BAGGAGE HANDLING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180118472A1

Автор: Kiselevich Itzhak, Lagziel Rafi

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A baggage transfer conveyer unit for mounting over a baggage carousel having a carousel transferring path for transferring a baggage therealong is provided. The conveyor unit comprises a proximal end, a distal end, an upper surface by means of which the baggage is to be transferred from the proximal end to the distal end along a conveyor unit transferring path extending between the ends, a baggage transferring mechanism configured for causing the upper surface to transfer the baggage along the conveyor transferring path; and a baggage diverting mechanism configured for causing a part of the upper surface to divert the baggage from the conveyer unit transferring path along a diverted direction different from that of the conveyor unit transferring path. The baggage transfer conveyer unit is configured to be mounted over the baggage carousel such that the conveyer transferring path is aligned with the carousel transferring path. 1. A baggage transfer conveyer unit for use with a baggage carousel having a carousel transferring path for transferring a baggage therealong , the baggage transfer conveyor unit configured for being mounted over the baggage carousel and , the baggage transfer conveyor unit comprising:a proximal end, a distal end, and an upper surface by means of which the baggage is to be transferred from said proximal end to said distal end along a conveyor unit transferring path extending between said proximal and distal ends;a baggage transferring mechanism configured for causing said upper surface to transfer the baggage along said conveyor unit transferring path; anda baggage diverting mechanism configured for causing a part of said upper surface to divert the baggage from the conveyer unit transferring path along a diverted direction different from that of said conveyor unit transferring path;wherein the baggage transfer conveyer unit is configured to be mounted over said baggage carousel such that the conveyer unit transferring path is aligned with the ...

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Номер записи: 99

07-05-2015 дата публикации

ROBOT SYSTEM AND ARTICLE TRANSFER METHOD

Номер: US20150127148A1

Автор: AOYAMA Issei, KAWANO Tomoki, Koyanagi Kenichi, Matsukuma Kenji

Принадлежит: KABUSHIKI KAISHA YASKAWA DENKI

A robot system according to an aspect of embodiments includes an information acquisition unit, a plurality of robots, and a distribution unit. The information acquisition unit acquires information indicating a two-dimensional position on a surface of a conveyance path of an article conveyed on the conveyance path. The plurality of robots transfers the article from the conveyance path. The distribution unit distributes the articles on the surface of the conveyance path to the plurality of robots as transfer targets on the basis of the information acquired by the information acquisition unit. 1. A robot system comprising:an information acquisition unit that acquires information indicating a two-dimensional position on a surface of a conveyance path of an article conveyed on the conveyance path;a plurality of robots that transfer the article from the conveyance path; anda distribution unit that distributes the articles on the surface of the conveyance path to the plurality of robots as transfer targets on the basis of the information acquired by the information acquisition unit.2. The robot system according to claim 1 , whereinthe distribution unit distributes the articles on the surface of the conveyance path to the plurality of robots as transfer targets on the basis of a relative position between the robot and the conveyance path.3. The robot system according to claim 1 , whereinthe distribution unit grades the article for each article based on the information acquired by the information acquisition unit and a predetermined evaluation function and distributes the articles based on a result of the grading.4. The robot system according to claim 2 , whereinthe distribution unit grades the article for each article based on the information acquired by the information acquisition unit and a predetermined evaluation function and distributes the articles based on a result of the grading.5. An article transfer method comprising:acquiring information indicating a two- ...

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Номер записи: 100