A taper cover segment configured to fit circumferentially around a straight roller is disclosed. The taper cover segment comprising a main body having an inner surface and an outer surface, a plurality of ribs that are monolithic with the main body and extend radially inward from the inner surface of the main body. Each rib has a claw shaped edge that is configured to provide grip between the rib and the straight roller. A plurality of cavities is defined between adjacent ribs of the plurality of rib. A locking arrangement is monolithic with a first end of the main body, and is configured to detachably connect the taper cover segment with another taper cover segment to form a taper cover for encasing the straight roller. The taper cover segment defines a longitudinal axis, and a center of mass of the taper cover segment can be offset from the longitudinal axis.
Various embodiments described herein relate to management of a conveyor system. In this regard, a conveyor system includes a first set of slave rollers defining a first conveying section and a second set of slave rollers defining a second conveying section separate from the first conveying section. The conveyor system further includes a motor driven roller including at least a fixed pulley, a first independent pulley, and a second independent pulley. In addition, the first independent pulley is coupled with the first set of slave rollers and the second independent pulley is coupled with the second set of slave rollers. Moreover, the motor driven roller is configured to drive at least one of the first set of slave rollers or the second set of slave rollers based on selective engagement of at least one of the first independent pulley or the second independent pulley.
Various embodiments are directed to a guard assembly for a conveyor system. The conveyor system comprises a plurality of rollers rotatably disposed between a pair of side frames of the conveyor system. The guard assembly comprises a top cover and a holder such that the top cover is disposed in a gap between two adjacent rollers of the plurality of rollers of the conveyor system; the holder is detachably coupled to the top cover; the holder is configured to secure the top cover between the two adjacent rollers of the conveyor system and the top cover defines a plurality of friction-reducing features proximal to at least one roller of the conveyor system.
Various embodiments are directed to a guard assembly for a conveyor system. The conveyor system includes a plurality of rollers rotatably disposed between a pair of side frames of the conveyor system. The guard assembly includes a top cover and a holder such that the top cover is disposed in a gap between two adjacent rollers of the plurality of rollers of the conveyor system; the holder is detachably coupled to the top cover and is configured to secure the top cover between the two adjacent rollers of the conveyor system. The guard assembly further comprises at least one rotatable element coupled to at least one of the top cover or the holder wherein the rotatable element is configured to engage with at least one adjacent roller of the conveyor system.
B65G 21/20 - Moyens incorporés ou fixés au châssis ou aux carters pour guider les porte-charges, les éléments de traction ou les charges portées sur les surfaces mobiles
An axle lock for coupling a roller to a frame is disclosed. The axle lock comprises a locking plate having a first locking plate aperture and a second locking plate aperture. Further, the first locking plate aperture allows an axle of the roller to be positioned within a cam handle. A bolt extending through the second locking plate aperture, the bolt having a first portion having a plurality of threads, a second portion having a pin aperture. Further, a pin is positioned within the cam aperture and the pin aperture, and a nut. Further, the locking plate is positioned between the nut and the cam handle. Further, the nut is configured to pass through a frame aperture of the frame. Further, pivoting the cam handle on the pin axis locks the locking plate to the frame when the frame is positioned between the nut and the locking plate.
Various embodiments are directed to a guard apparatus for a conveyor system. The conveyor system comprises a plurality of rollers rotatably disposed between a pair of side frames of the conveyor system. The guard apparatus comprises a top cover and a first flange. The top cover is disposed in a first gap formed between a first roller and a second roller of the plurality of rollers. The first flange extends from a first end of the top cover into a second gap formed between a first end face of the first roller, a second end face of the second roller and a corresponding side frame of the conveyor system.
A tilt tray sorter is disclosed. The tilt tray sorter comprises a housing and a tray coupled to the housing. A strain wave gear is positioned within the housing. The strain wave gear comprises a wave generator coupled to a motor, and the wave generator is configured to rotate upon actuation of the motor. Further, the strain wave gear comprises a flexspline mounted around the wave generator and a circular spline positioned around the flexspline. The flexspline is configured to rotate within the circular spline in response to the rotation of the wave generator. Further, the tilt tray sorter comprises a tilt tray shaft assembly coupled to the flexspline of the strain wave gear. The tilt tray shaft assembly is configured to rotate when the flexspline rotates. The housing and the tray are configured to pivot when the tilt tray shaft assembly is rotated.
A diverting mechanism for a conveyor is disclosed. The diverting mechanism comprises a first wheel, a driving gear and at least one belt stretched around the first wheel and the driving gear. The at least one belt having a plurality of cleats of variable thickness and the driving gear is configured to rotate the at least one belt.
B65G 47/54 - Dispositifs pour transférer objets ou matériaux entre transporteurs, p. ex. pour décharger ou alimenter entre transporteurs se croisant l'un au moins étant du type à rouleaux
B65G 47/84 - Roues en forme d'étoiles ou dispositifs à courroies ou chaînes sans fin, les roues ou dispositifs étant dotés d'éléments venant en prise avec les objets
A conveyor assembly is disclosed. The conveyor assembly comprises at least one side rail having a plurality of holes, and at least one side guide having a flange portion and a plurality of hooks disposed along a length of the flange portion of the at least one side guide. Further, each of the plurality of hooks is positioned within a corresponding hole of the plurality of holes. The at least one side guide is coupled to the at least one side rail with the plurality of hooks.
B65G 21/20 - Moyens incorporés ou fixés au châssis ou aux carters pour guider les porte-charges, les éléments de traction ou les charges portées sur les surfaces mobiles
According to the embodiments illustrated herein, an axle mount is illustrated. The axle mount includes a base portion. Further, the axle mount includes a neck portion extending out from the base portion, the neck portion being rotatably receivable on a frame of a conveyor apparatus. Additionally, the axle mount includes a seat portion disposed on the neck portion, the seat portion having a surface defining a first recess to receive an end of a roller.
The present disclosure provides an adjustable bracket assembly for a conveyor system. The adjustable bracket assembly includes a mounting base unit and a pair of connector members. The mounting base unit includes a base, a pair of lateral surfaces, and a pair of mounting surfaces. The pair of lateral surfaces are defined along a length of the mounting base unit. Each lateral surface defines a mounting slot to receive a securing unit to fixedly connect the mounting base unit to a drive unit of the conveyor system. The pair of mounting surfaces are defined along a width of the mounting base unit. Each mounting surface defines a connection slot to receive a connector member. The pair of connector members fixedly attach to the connection slot of each mounting surface of the mounting base unit to fixedly connect the mounting base unit to a support unit of the conveyor system.
B65G 41/00 - Châssis ou bases de support pour transporteurs dans leur ensemble, p. ex. châssis transportables
F16M 13/02 - Autres supports ou appuis pour positionner les appareils ou les objetsMoyens pour maintenir en position les appareils ou objets tenus à la main pour être portés par un autre objet ou lui être fixé, p. ex. à un arbre, une grille, un châssis de fenêtre, une bicyclette
14.
ZONE CONTROL SYSTEMS, CONVEYOR SYSTEMS, AND METHODS
Methods, systems, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, the zone control system comprises: a roller including: a drive portion; and a driven portion configured to be driven by the drive portion when the drive portion and the driven portion are operably engaged; a spring disposed between the drive portion and the driven portion, wherein the spring is configured to transition between an extended state, such that the drive portion and the driven portion are separated by a gap and refrain from operably engaging, and a compressed state, such that the drive portion and the driven portion are operably engaged; and an actuator operably engaged with one or more of the roller and the spring, wherein the actuator is configured to actuate the spring between the extended state and the compressed state.
In various aspects, a strip belt conveyor assembly defines a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction. The strip belt conveyor assembly can include a plurality of roller assemblies. Each of the plurality of roller assemblies can include a tensioning assembly and a roller that is rotatably coupled to the tensioning assembly. The tensioning assembly can include a first translatable member that is configured to translate in the transverse direction and a second translatable member that is configured to translate in the longitudinal direction. The tensioning assembly can be configured such that translation of the first translatable member in the transverse direction causes the translation of the second translatable member in the longitudinal direction.
B65G 15/12 - Transporteurs comportant des surfaces porteuses de charges sans fin, c.-à-d. des tapis roulants ou autres systèmes équivalents, auxquelles l'effort de traction est transmis par des moyens différents des éléments d'entraînement sans fin de même configuration comprenant plusieurs surfaces sans fin travaillant ensemble et à axes parallèles longitudinaux, ou une multiplicité d'éléments parallèles, p. ex. des cordes formant une surface sans fin avec plusieurs courroies sans fin
B65G 15/22 - Transporteurs comportant des surfaces porteuses de charges sans fin, c.-à-d. des tapis roulants ou autres systèmes équivalents, auxquelles l'effort de traction est transmis par des moyens différents des éléments d'entraînement sans fin de même configuration comportant une série d'éléments travaillant ensemble
B65G 39/20 - Aménagements des rouleaux fixés aux courroies ou aux chaînes mobiles
16.
CONFIGURATION OF A SORTER SYSTEM BASED ON CLOCK CYCLES
A method for auto-calibration of a sorter is described. The method includes transmitting, by a carrier transmit board of a sorter, a short discharge command to a first section of the sorter. The short discharge command can be generated based on a first clock offset. Further, the method includes receiving at the carrier transmit board a status message indicative of a status of a first motor control board associated with the first section of the sorter. Furthermore, in response to the status message indicating that the first motor control did not receive the short discharge command, the method includes modifying the first clock offset to a second clock offset and retransmitting the short discharge command based on a second clock offset. If the first motor control receives the short discharge command, the method includes configuring a sorter control system based on the first clock offset.
B65G 43/10 - Commande en série des transporteurs fonctionnant en combinaison
B65G 47/82 - Éléments à mouvement rotatif ou alternatif agissant directement sur les objets ou matériaux, p. ex. poussoirs, râteaux, pelles
G05B 13/04 - Systèmes de commande adaptatifs, c.-à-d. systèmes se réglant eux-mêmes automatiquement pour obtenir un rendement optimal suivant un critère prédéterminé électriques impliquant l'usage de modèles ou de simulateurs
Methods, systems, brackets, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, a multi-connection bracket (MCB) includes a bracket configured to connect a first rail section and a second rail section, wherein the bracket has one or more bracket recesses configured to receive one or more fasteners; and a grounding pad having a pad recess and a plurality of teeth, wherein the pad recess is aligned with at least one of the one or more bracket recesses, wherein the grounding pad is configured to receive the one or more fasteners such that the grounding pad is operably attached to the first rail section or the section rail section, and wherein the grounding pad is configured to deform when operably attached to the first rail section or the second rail section such that the plurality of teeth remove a coating of the first rail section or the second rail section.
H01R 4/64 - Connexions entre ou avec des parties conductrices n'ayant pas au premier chef de fonction électrique, p. ex. châssis, boîtier, rail
B65G 41/00 - Châssis ou bases de support pour transporteurs dans leur ensemble, p. ex. châssis transportables
F16B 5/00 - Jonction de feuilles ou de plaques soit entre elles soit à des bandes ou barres parallèles à elles
H01R 4/2407 - Connexions utilisant des organes de contact pénétrant dans, ou transperçant, l'isolation ou les brins du câble les organes de contact étant munis de dents, de fourchons, de broches ou d’aiguilles pénétrant dans l’isolation étant munis de saillies en dents de scie
A belt drive system includes a housing, a first pulley and a second pulley rotatably disposed in the housing, a belt that connects the first pulley with the second pulley, where the first pulley drives the second pulley via the belt. The belt drive system includes a cover rotatably coupled to the housing with a rotating mechanism, such that the cover is moved between a closed position and an open position with respect to the housing. The belt drive system also includes safety device having an actuating element mounted on the cover and a projection unit mounted within the housing to provide a first caution based on a proximity of the actuating element with respect to the projection unit, where the first caution is indicative of a movement of the cover from the closed position.
Methods, systems, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, a tensioning system includes one or more pulleys, wherein at least one of the one or more pulleys is configured to drive one or more rollers of a conveyor system; a timing belt, wherein the timing belt is operably engaged with the one or more pulleys, wherein the timing belt is configured to control one or more motion profiles of the one or more rollers of the conveyor system; a tensioner, wherein the tensioner is configured to increase or decrease a tension of the timing belt; and a bracket, wherein the bracket is connected to the tensioner and configured to move relative to the one or more pulleys such that the tension of the timing belt increases or decreases.
F16H 7/12 - Moyens pour faire varier la tension des courroies, des câbles ou des chaînes par réglage de la position de l'axe d'une poulie d'une poulie folle
B65G 1/10 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec supports relativement mobiles pour faciliter l'insertion ou l'enlèvement des objets
B65G 1/12 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec supports ou porte-objets mobiles en circuit fermé pour faciliter l'insertion ou l'enlèvement des objets
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
G06Q 10/04 - Prévision ou optimisation spécialement adaptées à des fins administratives ou de gestion, p. ex. programmation linéaire ou "problème d’optimisation des stocks"
G06Q 10/0631 - Planification, affectation, distribution ou ordonnancement de ressources d’entreprises ou d’organisations
Methods, systems, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, a system may include a frame; one or more MDR assemblies disposed on or within the frame, wherein the one or more MDR assemblies include: a roller frame; one or more drawers configured to move between an open position and a closed position, wherein the one or more drawers are fixedly attached to the frame; one or more sensing devices fixedly attached to at least one of the one or more drawers; a plurality of rollers disposed on or within the frame; and a lift mechanism operably engaged to the one or more MDR assemblies and configured to adjust the height of the one or more MDR assemblies within the frame.
B65G 13/06 - Dispositifs d'entraînement des rouleaux
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
Systems, methods, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, a transfer system may include a first belt assembly having a first strip belt; a first active pulley, wherein the first active pulley is coupled to the first strip belt; a first driver, wherein the first driver is configured to drive the first active pulley in a first direction at a first power level, thereby driving the first strip belt; a second belt assembly having: a second strip belt; a second active pulley, wherein the second active pulley is coupled to the second strip belt; a second driver, wherein the second driver is configured to drive the second active pulley in a second direction at a second power level, thereby driving the second strip belt; and a plurality of balls comprising a shared diameter and disposed on or within a shared plane.
An example adjustable angle bracket is provided. The adjustable angle bracket can include a base having a rectangular shape. The adjustable angle bracket can include a first lug having a top edge and a bottom edge, where the bottom edge of the first lug is coupled to the base, and where the first lug defines a first set of slots. The adjustable angle bracket can include a second lug having a top edge and a bottom edge, where the bottom edge of the second lug is coupled to the base, and where the second lug defines a second set of slots. The first set of slots can define a plurality of angles relative to a direction D orthogonal to the base. The second set of slots can define the plurality of angles relative to the direction D.
Systems, methods, and/or the like are provided. According to various embodiments, an energy reuse system is provided including a frame; a motor driven roller (MDR) disposed on or within the frame and configured to generate kinetic energy and drive one or more idler rollers; a dynamo configured to transform kinetic energy into electrical energy; a coupling device configured to operably connect the MDR to the dynamo and thereby transform the kinetic energy generated by the MDR into electrical energy; and a battery configured to store the electrical energy. In some embodiments, the coupling device includes a silicon gear ring. In some embodiments, the system includes an MDR bed disposed on or within the frame, and the MDR and the one or more idler rollers are disposed within the MDR bed.
An example roller is provided. The example roller can include a metal tube extending between a first end and a second end, where the metal tube includes an outer surface and an inner surface. The example roller can include a first bearing disposed at the first end. The example roller can include a second bearing disposed at the second end. The example roller can include a reinforcement filling in contact with the inner surface of the metal tube, wherein the reinforcement filling is made at least partially of a non-metal material.
An example roller is provided. The example roller can include an outer layer having a cylindrical shape, wherein the outer layer extends between a first end and a second end. The example roller can include a first bearing disposed at the first end. The example roller can include a second bearing disposed at the second end. The example roller can include a corrugated plastic filling, wherein the outer layer is wrapped around the corrugated plastic filling.
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
28.
METHODS, APPARATUSES AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR MOVEMENT OF RECTANGULAR PRISMS THROUGH A MULTI-DIMENSIONAL SPACE
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
A gap filler is provided. The gap filler can include a sheet having a sheet first end and a sheet second end. The gap filler can include a first frame coupled to the sheet first end. The gap filler can include a second frame coupled to the sheet second end. The sheet can be configured to be compressed between the first frame and the second frame such that the first frame extends in a direction angled away from the second frame.
Methods, systems, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, an adjustable load handling system (ALHS) includes one or more load arms, wherein the one or more load arms are configured to operably engage one or more totes; a cam assembly including: a cam wheel; and a guide plate including one or more guide slots, wherein the one or more load arms are disposed within the one or more guide slots, and wherein the one or more load arms are operably engaged with the cam wheel such that a rotation of the cam wheel causes the one or more load arms to slide along the one or more guide slots relative to the cam wheel; and a motor operably engaged with the cam assembly, wherein the motor is configured to drive the rotation of the cam wheel.
Drive systems and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, a drive system may include a frame; a conveyor configured to wrap around the frame and to rotate relative to the frame, wherein the conveyor defines an effective surface area configured to support and transport one or more objects; one or more rollers configured to drive the conveyor around the frame; a timing belt disposed beneath the frame and configured to support the conveyor as the conveyor rotates relative to the frame; a motor disposed beneath the frame, wherein the timing belt is operably engaged with the motor, and wherein the motor is configured to drive the one or more rollers and the timing belt such that an angular velocity of the conveyor and an angular velocity of the timing belt are equal.
Methods, systems, mechanisms, and/or the like are provided. According to various embodiments, there is provided a conveyor system including a track defining a track length; two or more conveyor segments, wherein each conveyor segment including: a belt; a frame configured to support the belt; a hitch configured to operably connect the two or more conveyor segments; an adjustment point, wherein each conveyor segment defines a conveyor length; and an adjustment mechanism including a plurality of surfaces, wherein at least one of the plurality of surfaces is a nonconcentric surface, wherein the nonconcentric surface is configured to operably engage with the adjustment point such that the adjustment mechanism may be rotated in a first direction to increase the conveyor length by one increment and in a second direction to decrease the conveyor length by one increment.
Tensioning devices, methods, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, a tensioning device may include a base, wherein the base defines one or more slots; a tensioning roller operably engaged to the base and configured to contact a timing belt, wherein the tensioning roller is disposed through one of the one or more slots; and a weldment configured to be attached to a conveyor device comprising the timing belt, wherein the weldment defines a pivot point about which one or more tension forces acting on the timing belt may be measured.
Various embodiments disclosed herein provide for an improved accumulation conveyor and systems and methods for controlling a high rate, high density tunable accumulation conveyor. In one embodiment, an accumulation conveyor system determines whether an item detection variable associated with a second zone of a plurality of zones is satisfied, wherein the second zone is downstream of a first zone. The accumulation conveyor system determines whether at least one of two operational characteristic variables is satisfied. In an instance where both the item detection variable and at least one operational characteristic variable are satisfied, the accumulation conveyor system is configured to set a zone operating state associated with the first zone to inactive and send a command signal comprising the zone operating state associated with the first zone to a control module associated with the first zone. In another embodiment, an improved method for adjusting aggressiveness is disclosed. In another embodiment, a tunable release rate accumulation conveyor is disclosed. In still another embodiment, a tunable crowding accumulation conveyor is disclosed.
B65G 47/26 - Dispositifs pour influencer la position relative ou l'orientation des objets pendant le transport par transporteurs arrangeant les objets, p. ex. faisant varier l'espace entre chaque objet
Systems, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. According to various embodiments, a shuttle car has a first end; a second end; a platform disposed between the first and second ends, wherein the platform is configured to support and transport one or more objects; one or more attachment mechanisms, wherein the one or more attachment mechanisms are configured to be selectively deployed, wherein, when the one or more attachment mechanisms are selectively deployed, the one or more attachment mechanisms are configured to engage with one or more arresting cables and bring the shuttle car to a stop; and one or more locking mechanisms, wherein the one or more locking mechanisms are configured to secure the one or more attachment mechanisms to the first end or the second end of the shuttle car, and wherein the one or more locking mechanism are configured to selectively deploy the one or more attachment mechanisms.
B61H 7/00 - Freins comportant des éléments de freinage agissant sur la voie
B61D 3/00 - Wagons de marchandises découverts ou fourgons
B61H 13/00 - Mise en action des freins des véhicules ferroviaires
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
36.
MACHINE LEARNING BASED DECISION MAKING FOR ROBOTIC ITEM HANDLING
A method for controlling a robotic item handler is described. The method includes constructing a machine learning model based on a combined point cloud data as an input to a convolution neural network, outputting a decision classification indicative of a first probability associated with a first operating mode and a second probability associated with a second operating mode, selecting one of the first operating mode and the second operating mode of the robotic item handler based on the decision classification outputted by the machine learning model, and operating the robotic item handler according to the selection of the one of the first operating mode and the second operating mode.
B25J 15/06 - Têtes de préhension avec moyens de retenue magnétiques ou fonctionnant par succion
G05B 13/02 - Systèmes de commande adaptatifs, c.-à-d. systèmes se réglant eux-mêmes automatiquement pour obtenir un rendement optimal suivant un critère prédéterminé électriques
In various aspects, a carriage lift assembly for an automated storage and retrieval system is provided. The carriage lift assembly can include a mast member, a carriage, and a lockout device. The lockout device can include a moveable member that is configured to move from a first position to a second position. When the moveable member of the lockout device is in the first position, at least a portion of the moveable member can be at a location that is vertically between two wheels of the carriage. When the moveable member of the lockout device is in the second position, the moveable member can be positioned away from the location that is vertically between the two wheels of the carriage.
Various embodiments described herein relate to controlling an accumulation conveyor that comprises at least a first zone that is upstream of a second zone and the second zone that is upstream of a third zone. A second control module associated with the second zone receives a third feedback signal, indicating that a third sensor is blocked, from a third control module associated with the third zone. The second control module sets a second drive assembly associated with the second zone to a disengaged state, and receives a first signal from a first control module associated with the first zone. The first signal indicates that one of a first article having an irregular boundary or a second article having a regular boundary exits from the first zone. The second control module controls the second drive assembly and a second brake assembly based on the indication by the first signal.
B65G 43/08 - Dispositifs de commande actionnés par l'alimentation, le déplacement ou le déchargement des objets ou matériaux
B65G 43/10 - Commande en série des transporteurs fonctionnant en combinaison
B65G 47/26 - Dispositifs pour influencer la position relative ou l'orientation des objets pendant le transport par transporteurs arrangeant les objets, p. ex. faisant varier l'espace entre chaque objet
G05B 19/418 - Commande totale d'usine, c.-à-d. commande centralisée de plusieurs machines, p. ex. commande numérique directe ou distribuée [DNC], systèmes d'ateliers flexibles [FMS], systèmes de fabrication intégrés [IMS], productique [CIM]
39.
Methods, systems, and assemblies for power generation for a material handling system
Methods, apparatuses, systems, computing devices, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, a power generation system is disclosed including a roller; an end cap fixedly connected to the roller, wherein the end cap is configured to be operably engaged with a material handling system; a plurality of magnets disposed on or within the end cap; and a pick-up assembly including one or more pick-up coils, wherein the pick-up assembly is configured to be operably engaged with the end cap and the material handling system, wherein the roller is configured to rotate such that the plurality of magnets rotate relative to the pick-up assembly and generate a magnetic flux configured to intersect the one or more pick-up coils and thereby generate a current.
Various embodiments are directed to an automated storage and retrieval system and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, an AS/RS comprises an angled rack element provided in between a first aisle and a second aisle, wherein a first end of the angled rack element is positioned adjacent the first aisle and a second end of the angled rack element is positioned adjacent the second aisle, and wherein the angled rack element is configured to receive an object dispensed from a first shuttle positioned within the first aisle; wherein the angled rack element defines a pitch angle defined relative to a horizontal plane to facilitate movement of the object disposed on a conveyance surface along a unidirectional transportation path towards the second end; and wherein the angled rack element is configured such that the object at the loading position is accessible to the second shuttle via the second aisle.
B65G 1/08 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des moyens pour que les objets se présentent à l'enlèvement dans des positions ou à des niveaux prédéterminés les objets étant amenés par pesanteur
41.
LiDAR BASED MONITORING IN MATERIAL HANDLING ENVIRONMENT
A method of monitoring an operation in a material handling environment is described. The method can include obtaining a data stream representative of a 3D-scan of a target area based on an output from a LiDAR based sensor. Further, the method can include obtaining operational specification data. The operational specification data can include, data related to a standard operating procedure (SOP) and a pre-defined heuristic. The pre-defined heuristics can be associated with an operation to be performed by at least one of: a machine and an operator, in the material handling environment. Furthermore, the method can include generating a machine learning model. The data stream and the operational specification data can be provided as inputs to train the machine learning model. Furthermore, the method can include determining, by using the machine learning model, a performance status associated an efficiency of the execution of the operation.
Various embodiments are directed to a shuttle configured for use in an AS/RS. In various embodiments, the shuttle comprises: a first load arm and a second load arm configured to retractably extend away from a shuttle body in parallel directions, the first and second load arms each being extendable between a retracted configuration and an extended configuration; a load bed including a load area configured to receive the object; and a retractable mechanical finger provided at a distal portion of the first load arm and configured to facilitate handling of the object, the mechanical finger being hingedly connected to the first load arm using a one-way hinge component that defines a portion of the range of rotational movement of the mechanical finger relative to the first load arm and comprising a spring element that facilitates rotational movement of the finger between an expanded finger position and a retracted finger position.
B65G 1/12 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec supports ou porte-objets mobiles en circuit fermé pour faciliter l'insertion ou l'enlèvement des objets
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p. ex. entreposage, chargement ou distributionGestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
43.
METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TASK EXECUTION IN A WORKPLACE
According to the embodiments illustrated herein, a method is disclosed. The method comprises receiving, by a computing device comprising a processor, an input from an operator device, wherein the input facilitates determining a task to be performed. Further, the method comprises activating, by the computing device, a first light device associated with a first location in a workplace in response to receiving the input, wherein the first location is associated with the task to be performed. Furthermore, the method comprises receiving, by the computing device, a first voice input from the operator device, indicative of an exception encountered during execution of the task. Additionally, the method includes modifying the task, in response to determining that the first voice input is indicative of the exception encountered during execution of the task.
G06Q 10/0631 - Planification, affectation, distribution ou ordonnancement de ressources d’entreprises ou d’organisations
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
G06K 7/14 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture de supports d'enregistrement par radiation électromagnétique, p. ex. lecture optiqueMéthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture de supports d'enregistrement par radiation corpusculaire utilisant la lumière sans sélection des longueurs d'onde, p. ex. lecture de la lumière blanche réfléchie
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p. ex. entreposage, chargement ou distributionGestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
A track assembly for an automation system can define a horizontal direction, a vertical direction, and a transverse direction. The track assembly can include a track, a cover, and a clip. The track can include a hole and the cover can include a groove that extends in the horizontal direction. The clip can be configured to slide within the groove of the cover and configured to be positioned, at least partially, within the hole of the track.
B65G 21/16 - Châssis ou carters de support ou de protection pour transporteurs sans fin ou éléments de traction des transporteurs à courroies ou à chaînes pour transporteurs dotés de porte-charges sans fin mobiles sur des voies courbes
Apparatuses, methods and systems comprising integrated motorized conveyor rollers are provided. The example integrated motorized conveyor roller comprises: a housing; a motor assembly and a drive assembly at least partially disposed within the housing that are configured to cause rotation of at least a portion of the integrated motorized conveyor roller; at least one sensing element operatively coupled to the integrated motorized conveyor roller; and a controller component in electronic communication with the at least one sensing element, the motor assembly and the drive assembly, wherein the controller component is configured to obtain operational data via the at least one sensing element.
Various embodiments are directed to a shuttle assembly configured for use in an automated storage and retrieval system. In various embodiments, the shuttle assembly comprises a first shuttle unit comprising a first load bed; and a second shuttle unit comprising a second load bed, wherein the shuttle assembly is operable in an assembled configuration defined by the first shuttle unit and the second shuttle unit being operatively connected to one another such that the first shuttle unit and the second shuttle unit are configured to move together along a shuttle path defined by one or more guide rails, and wherein the shuttle assembly is selectively configurable between the assembled configuration and a split configuration defined by the first shuttle unit and the second shuttle unit being detached from one another such that the first and second shuttle units are moveable independent of one another along respective guide rails.
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose a container unloader device. The container unloader device comprises a platform to receive a container, wherein the container comprises a package. The container unloader device also comprises a front panel configured to move between a raised orientation and a lowered orientation, wherein when the front panel being is in the raised orientation, the front panel is orthogonal with respect to the platform, and when the front panel is in the lowered orientation, the front panel and the platform form a continuous surface. The platform can be pivoted from a first angle to a second angle, that is greater than the first angle. The package leans against the front panel the front panel is in the raised orientation. The package is released on a surface of a conveyor when the front panel is in the lowered orientation.
Apparatuses, systems, methods, and/or the like are provided for a transfer apparatus. An example transfer apparatus includes a bed having a first plurality of balls and a second plurality of balls having a first and second diameter, respectively, and wherein at least one of the first plurality of balls and at least one of the second plurality of balls are configured to rotate relative to the bed, wherein at least one belt of the plurality of belts is operably engaged with the at least one ball of the first plurality of balls or the at least one ball of the second plurality of balls; and a driver operably connected to the at least one belt of the plurality of belts, wherein the driver is configured to power the at least one belt of the plurality of belts.
Various example embodiments described herein relates, to an item manipulation system that can include a control system and an end effector. The end effector can include a tube defining a channel between a first end and a second end. The tube can include, a flexible suction cup that can be disposed within the channel of the tube. In some examples, the flexible suction cup can engage a surface of the item based on suction force generated through the flexible suction cup. The end effector also includes a linear actuator that can be mechanically coupled to the flexible suction cup. The end effector can be configured to: extend, the flexible suction cup towards the second end of the channel to position at least a portion of the flexible suction cup outside the tube and retract, the flexible suction cup within the channel to position the flexible suction cup within the tube.
Apparatuses, methods, and systems comprising reconfigurable motorized conveyor rollers are provided. The example reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller includes a housing with a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The housing includes a plurality of curved plates that at least partially form a cylindrical tube. The reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller includes a motor assembly and a drive assembly at least partially disposed within the housing that are configured to cause rotation of at least a portion of the reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller. And, the reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller includes a housing adjustment assembly disposed within the housing that is operable to modify one or more dimensions of the housing.
Apparatuses, systems, methods, and/or the like are provided for a magnetic cover. In some embodiments, a magnetic cover apparatus may include a sheet configured to be attached to a conveyor. The sheet may define one or more flanges configured to align with one or more side rails of the conveyor, wherein the one or more flanges define one or more gaps. The one or more magnetic devices may be operably attached to the one or more flanges, and the one or more magnetic devices are configured to form one or more magnetic connections with the one or more side rails of the conveyor.
B65G 21/08 - Toits de protection ou arceaux de support du toit
B65G 21/10 - Châssis ou carters de support ou de protection pour transporteurs sans fin ou éléments de traction des transporteurs à courroies ou à chaînes mobiles ou à pièces interchangeables ou relativement mobilesDispositifs pour déplacer le châssis ou des parties de celui-ci
Various embodiments are directed to a tote stop assembly configured for a conveyor assembly and methods of operating the same. In various embodiments, the tote stop assembly comprises a cam assembly comprising a cam element secured relative to an outer surface of a drive roller, the drive roller being configured to cause motor-driven rotation of the cam element about a central axis of the drive roller; and a tote stop component comprising a cam follower configured for physical engagement with the cam element such that the motor-driven rotation of the cam element causes vertical movement of the tote stop component between raised and lowered positions; the tote stop assembly being configurable in an actuated configuration to selectively obstruct an object from moving along a conveyor path based on an operation of the drive roller, the actuated configuration being defined by the tote stop component being arranged in the raised position.
Methods, apparatuses, systems, and/or the like are provided. An example multi-shaft transport apparatus includes a first shaft assembly. The first shaft assembly includes a first plurality of shafts aligned in a first direction, wherein one or more shafts of the first plurality of shafts are rotatable shafts. The first shaft assembly also includes a first plurality of wheel assemblies operably connected to the first plurality of shafts and configured to rotate with the one or more shafts of the first plurality of shafts; a set of pulleys comprising one or more pulleys operably connected to the one or more shafts of the first plurality of shafts; and a first driver operably connected to the set of pulleys and configured to drive the one or more pulleys such that the one or more pulleys cause the one or more shafts of the first plurality of shafts to rotate.
A belt conveyor system comprising one or more idler rollers, a slave roller, a drive roller coupled to the slave roller, wherein the drive roller configured to drive the slave roller, a belt extending in a continuous loop wrapping around the one or more idler rollers, the slave roller, and the drive roller, wherein the slave roller is configured to drive the belt, and a brake configured to actuate with at least one of: (i) select ones of the one or more idler rollers, and (ii) a portion of the belt in a position adjacent to the select ones of the one or more idler rollers.
Methods, apparatuses, systems, computing devices, and/or the like are provided for an example fulfilment system. An example fulfilment system may include a flexible wall including a plurality of storage units; one or more connection mechanisms configured to operably connect the plurality of storage units such that each storage unit of the plurality of storage units is configured to be positioned relative to at least one other storage unit of the plurality of storage units; and a positioning device operably connected to the flexible wall, wherein the positioning device is configured to manipulate the flexible wall into one or more rows. In some embodiments, the flexible wall may be arranged such that the one or more rows have a variety of orientations, including a straight angled line, a right angled line, an acute angled line, an obtuse angled line, and a simple curved line. The storage units may have wheeled bases.
Various embodiments are directed to a robotic system using an end effector configured for handling one or more objects within a handling environment. In various embodiments, the end effector comprises a frame element secured relative to the positioning mechanism; and a plurality of engagement pads operably coupled to the frame element, each of the plurality of engagement pads being moveable in one or more directions relative to the frame element by a corresponding actuation assembly; wherein each of the corresponding actuation assemblies is independently operable to move one of the plurality of engagement pads connected thereto throughout a respective range of motion such that each of the plurality of engagement pads is configured to engage a respective portion of the one or more objects.
Various embodiments are directed to a conveyor assembly and method of using the same. In various embodiments, a conveyor assembly may comprise a plurality of rollers defining a conveyor section configured for transporting one or more objects disposed thereon along a transportation path, wherein the plurality of rollers comprises a drive roller, the drive roller being selectively configurable between a first operating condition and a second operating condition; and a controller configured to generate one or more control signals to control the drive roller; wherein the conveyor section is selectively configurable between a single-zone configuration and a dual-zone configuration based on the configuration of the drive roller in one of the first operating condition and the second operating condition, the dual-zone configuration being defined by the drive roller selectively driving operation of a first conveyor zone and a second conveyor zone defined within the conveyor section independently of one another.
Various embodiments are directed to a conveyor assembly and method of using the same. In various embodiments, a conveyor assembly comprises a plurality of rollers configured to facilitate transportation of an object on a conveyor surface, the plurality of rollers comprising a first drive roller operable to rotate in a first rotational direction to cause a movement of the conveyance surface in a conveyance direction; and a second roller configured for rotation in a second rotational direction opposite the first rotational direction to generate a counterforce that opposes the movement of the conveyor surface in the conveyance direction; and a controller configured to control the first drive roller and a secondary motor operable to drive rotation of the second roller in the second rotational direction to stop the movement of the conveyor surface such that the object disposed thereon is stopped at a stop position defined within the conveyor zone.
A speed control system for sorters (e.g. sliding shoe sorters) comprises a sensor for measuring a sorter current speed of a sorter and a speed controller for setting peripheral conveyor commanded speeds for peripheral conveyors in communication with the sorter. During acceleration or deceleration of the sorter (e.g., in response to start or stop events of the sorter, or from one operating speed to another operating speed), the speed controller sets the peripheral conveyor commanded speeds to match or track the sorter current speed in order to ramp up or ramp down speeds of the peripheral conveyors with that of the sorter, which accelerates or decelerates more slowly than the peripheral conveyors. The speed controller may control the speed of different types of peripheral conveyors (e.g., upstream, intermediate, downstream) in various ways based on the type of the peripheral conveyors and/or based on user-configurable exception settings.
B65G 43/10 - Commande en série des transporteurs fonctionnant en combinaison
B65G 47/84 - Roues en forme d'étoiles ou dispositifs à courroies ou chaînes sans fin, les roues ou dispositifs étant dotés d'éléments venant en prise avec les objets
60.
DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR ARTICLE RETRIEVAL
An article retrieval device includes a pair of loading arms, at least one engagement structure movably attached to at least one of the pair of loading arms, a sensing device coupled with the pair of loading arms, and a computing device operably coupled with the pair of loading arms, the at least one engagement structure, and the sensing device. In an instance in which a sensor data generated by the sensing device indicates that the sensing device is impeded when the pair of loading arms are in a first position proximate a first article, the computing device is configured to (i) cause the pair of loading arms to extend from the first position to a second position that is greater than the first position.
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
A lift structure of a rack storage system including a pair of vertical post, a pair of guide rail portions stacked one on top of the other, a mounting brace, and a mounting platform attached to the pair of vertical post. The mounting brace includes an adjustment mechanism to adjust an alignment between the pair of guide rail portions fastened together by a clamping plate. A load handling station is secured to the mounting platform to support loads transported to and from the rack storage system, wherein the load handling station is located by locating a position of the mounting platform.
B65G 1/06 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des moyens pour que les objets se présentent à l'enlèvement dans des positions ou à des niveaux prédéterminés
B66F 7/28 - Détails de structure, p. ex. butées d'arrêt, organes de support pivotants, curseurs coulissants réglables aux dimensions de la charge
Methods, apparatus, computing devices, computing entities, and/or the like associated with a robotic sortation system are provided. An example method may include receiving imaging data associated with a first item at a first sorting location of a material handling system, determining a sorting destination for the first item based at least in part on the imaging data, determining a plurality of first-tier robotic devices and a plurality of second-tier robotic devices based at least in part on the first sorting location and the sorting destination, and generating a first sortation scheme for the first item.
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose an axle lock assembly comprising a first plate with a first aperture, a second plate with a second aperture, a shaft, wherein the shaft is inserted through the first aperture and the second aperture and a bush. When the bushing is in contact with the first plate and the second plate, the bush creates a lateral force to move the first plate and the second plate in opposite directions to secure the shaft.
Methods, apparatuses, systems, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. An adjustable block assembly may include an outer block with a first engagement surface; a wedge block including a first slidable mounting component and a second engagement surface configured to engage the first engagement surface; an inner block with a second slidable mounting component configured to operably engage with the first slidable mounting component; and an adjustment mechanism configured to adjust the distance between the outer block and the inner block along a first direction by translating the wedge block relative to both the outer block and the inner block along a second direction. The second direction is different than the first direction. Translating the wedge block may cause the second engagement surface to slide relative to the first engagement surface, and the first slidable mounting component to slide relative to the second slidable mounting component.
Methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for automatic configuration of a motor driven roller (MDR) are provided. For example, a computer-implemented method may include transmitting a signal to a motor of an MDR to instruct the motor to rotate at a predetermined rotational speed; receiving a signal indicating an actual rotational speed of the motor; receiving a signal indicating an actual rotational speed of a roller being rotated by the motor; dividing the actual rotational speed of the motor by the actual rotational speed of the roller to obtain a ratio of motor speed to roller speed; comparing the ratio to predefined numeric values to determine if the ratio matches any of the predefined numeric values, each of the predefined numeric values being associated with predefined motor configuration data; and transmitting, to the MDR, the predefined motor configuration data corresponding to the predefined numeric value matching the ratio.
Methods, apparatuses, systems, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. An example shuttle car assembly may include a shuttle car body configured to support one or more objects. The shuttle car body includes a chassis, one or more wheels connected to the chassis, one or more operating components connected to the chassis, one or more toolless body attachments. The shuttle car assembly may also include a shuttle car housing configured to at least partially house the one or more operating components of the shuttle car body. The shuttle car housing may include a shell with a top surface, a front surface, and two opposed side surfaces, and one or more toolless housing attachments. The one or more toolless body attachments and the one or more toolless housing attachments may be configured to engage to operatively connect the shuttle car body and the shuttle car housing.
A voice control interactive system and method to provide a hands-free operation for the operator to monitor and control multiple conveyors in a warehouse. The system comprises a first computing device and a second computing device. The first computing device is configured to receive a transmission from the second computing device, the transmission including information relating to a verbal command spoken by an operator associated with the second computing device. The first computing device is configured to generate a response signal in response to the transmission. The response signal includes information relating to a response for the verbal command. The information is generated based on a location of the second computing device. Generating the response signal includes identifying an optimal route information for the second computing device to reach a location of the first computing device.
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose an apparatus. The apparatus comprises a rotary put wall having a plurality of totes. The apparatus further comprises a vertical reciprocating conveyor (VRC) placed within the rotary put wall. The internal vertical reciprocating conveyor (VRC) comprises a plurality of chutes to receive one or more items from a robotic device. The internal vertical reciprocating conveyor (VRC) is further configured to be rotatable with respect to the rotary put wall and to convey the one or more items into one tote of the plurality of totes of the rotary put wall.
B65G 25/06 - Transporteurs comportant un porte-charges ou un impulseur à mouvement cyclique, p. ex. à va-et-vient, désengagé de la charge pendant le mouvement de retour le porte-charges ou l'impulseur ayant des courses aller et retour identiques, p. ex. transporteurs à mouvement alternatif à porte-charges, p. ex. des courroies
B65G 47/91 - Dispositifs pour saisir et déposer les articles ou les matériaux comportant des pinces pneumatiques, p. ex. aspirantes
An object gripping mechanism is provided for use with a robotic arm. A robotic arm and method of manufacturing an object gripping mechanism are also provided. The object gripping mechanism includes an attachment modular configured to connect the object gripping mechanism to the robotic arm. The object gripping mechanism also includes a plurality of retractable arms each pivotably connected with the attachment modular. The object gripping mechanism also includes one or more movement mechanisms collectively configured to pivot the plurality of retractable arms to a desired position. The object gripping mechanism further includes a drive mechanism positioned within each of the plurality of retractable arms and configured to pivot the object engagement feature using a gear and timing belt configuration.
A material handling system has a vertical lift two vertically aligned carriages that are independently positionable on a vertical support structure by respective drive systems. A processor subsystem selects one of the two carriages to move an article from at least one in-feed conveyor to a selected level of an automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS). The processor subsystem concurrently positions the other carriage to avoid a collision.
B65G 1/06 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des moyens pour que les objets se présentent à l'enlèvement dans des positions ou à des niveaux prédéterminés
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
71.
METHODS, APPARATUSES, AND SYSTEMS FOR OPERATING AN AUTOMATED STORAGE AND RETREIVAL SYSTEM
Various embodiments are directed to methods, system, and apparatuses for operating an automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS). In various embodiments, computer-implemented method of operating an ASRS comprises detecting, via a shuttle, a position identifier associated with a shuttle aisle of an ASRS, the shuttle being positioned within the shuttle aisle and configured for transportation to one or more storage location defined by the shuttle aisle; generating shuttle position data associated with the shuttle based at least in part on the detected position identifier associated with the shuttle aisle; transmitting the shuttle position data to a computing device of the ASRS, the computing device being associated with the shuttle aisle; and automatically associating the shuttle with the computing device such that the shuttle is configured to communicate with the computing device by establishing a two-way communication channel between the shuttle and the computing device.
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
72.
LOGISTICS ROBOTIC SYSTEM WITH GRASPING END EFFECTOR
Various embodiments are directed to methods, apparatuses, and systems for operating logistic robotic systems. In various embodiments, an end effector configured to selectively engage an object may comprise a frame assembly; and a gripping mechanism configured to grasp the object using one or more grasping element, the one or more grasping element being configurable between an open configuration and an activated configuration; wherein the gripping mechanism is independently moveable relative to the frame assembly in one or more directions; and wherein the end effector is configured to engage the object such that the frame assembly contacts a first portion of the object, and the gripping mechanism contacts a second portion of the object. Further, various embodiments are directed to a system for handling an object within a handling environment comprising an end effector configured to selectively engage the object and a controller communicatively connected with the end effector.
Apparatuses, method and computer program products for automatically performing sorting operations are disclosed herein. An example apparatus may comprise: an array of gripping elements, and at least one processing component configured to: obtain image data corresponding with the plurality of items; identify, from the image data, one or more characteristics of the plurality of items; determine, based at least in part on the one or more characteristics, an ordered sequence corresponding with the plurality of items; and generate a control indication to cause at least one of the gripping elements to perform the sorting operations based at least in part on the ordered sequence.
Methods, apparatuses, systems, computing devices, and/or the like are provided. An example method may include a conveyor unit. An example conveyor unit may include a conveyor frame, a main drive connected to the frame, and a transverse drive connected to the frame. An example main drive may include at least one main roller. An example transverse drive may include at least one transverse drive belts with a drive portion and a bypass portion. An example conveyor system may include a first conveyor unit, a second conveyor unit, and a sensing system. The example method may include the sensing system detecting and determining the location of an object. The example method may also include a transverse drive applying a force to the object.
Various embodiments are directed to a carriage lift assembly comprising: at least one frame element configured to secure the carriage lift assembly relative to a first mast and a second mast; and at least one spreader arm extending laterally and defining at least a portion of a lift width; wherein the spreader arm width of the spreader arm comprises a selectively adjustable configuration, wherein the lift width is configured to be selectively adjustable based at least in part on the adjustable configuration of the spreader arm width. In various embodiments, the at least one spreader arm comprises an at least partially resilient configuration such that, in response to a force acting on the spreader arm in one or more directions, the spreader arm may exhibit a movement in the one or more directions so as to absorb at least a portion of the force.
B65G 1/06 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des moyens pour que les objets se présentent à l'enlèvement dans des positions ou à des niveaux prédéterminés
76.
Universal robotic-enabled storage and retrieval system
Apparatuses, methods and computer program products for a temperature regulated container disclosed herein. An example temperature regulated apparatus comprises a base container. The base container includes at least a base portion, one or more sidewall portions, and a lid portion. The temperature regulated apparatus also includes one or more thermoelectric components, wherein (i) each of the one or more thermoelectric components are configured to be disposed within the interior of the base container, (ii) each thermoelectric component comprises an exterior surface, an interior surface, and a composite semiconductor layer disposed between the exterior surface and interior surface, and (iii) each thermoelectric component is configured to, in an instance current flows through the thermoelectric component, transfer heat between the interior surface and exterior surface.
B65D 88/74 - Grands réceptacles comportant des moyens pour le chauffage, le refroidissement, l'aération ou un autre conditionnement du contenu
B65D 81/18 - Réceptacles, éléments d'emballage ou paquets pour contenus présentant des problèmes particuliers de stockage ou de transport ou adaptés pour servir à d'autres fins que l'emballage après avoir été vidés de leur contenu fournissant une ambiance spécifique pour le contenu, p. ex. température supérieure ou inférieure à la température ambiante
F25B 21/04 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen réversibles
Methods, apparatuses, and systems for identifying and tracking products in a material handling system and/or for identifying and handling product defects in a material handling system are provided. An example method may include receiving one or more articles in the material handling system; capturing one or more images of the one or more articles; identifying at least one visual defect indicator on at least one article of the one or more articles; and determining an indication corresponding to at least one of a defect of the at least one article or a portion of the material handling system causing the defect.
G04F 1/00 - Appareils pouvant être mis en marche et arrêtés pour mesurer des intervalles de temps prédéterminés ou choisis à volonté, sans mécanisme moteur, p. ex. sabliers
G01K 11/06 - Mesure de la température basée sur les variations physiques ou chimiques, n'entrant pas dans les groupes , , ou utilisant la fusion, la congélation ou le ramollissement
G04F 13/04 - Appareils pour mesurer des intervalles de temps inconnus par des moyens non prévus dans les groupes utilisant des moyens électrochimiques
A lift gate apparatus includes a movable conveyor device and a bracket. The movable conveyor device is configured to transition between a conveying position and a non-conveying position. The bracket configured to bridge a gap between the movable conveyor device and a fixed conveyor device, wherein the bracket pivots and slides over the fixed conveyor device when the movable conveyor device is transitioned from the conveying position to the non-conveying position.
B65G 21/04 - Châssis ou carters de support ou de protection pour transporteurs sans fin ou éléments de traction des transporteurs à courroies ou à chaînes composés essentiellement d'entretoises, liens ou éléments de structure similaire les liens étant formés par des cordes ou des câbles longitudinaux
B65G 21/14 - Châssis ou carters de support ou de protection pour transporteurs sans fin ou éléments de traction des transporteurs à courroies ou à chaînes mobiles ou à pièces interchangeables ou relativement mobilesDispositifs pour déplacer le châssis ou des parties de celui-ci pour permettre le réglage de la longueur ou du profil des porte-charges ou de l'élément de traction
79.
System and method for controlling an accumulation conveyor
Various embodiments described herein relate to controlling an accumulation conveyor that comprises at least a first zone that is upstream of a second zone and the second zone that is upstream of a third zone. A second control module associated with the second zone receives a third feedback signal, indicating that a third sensor is blocked, from a third control module associated with the third zone. The second control module sets a second drive assembly associated with the second zone to a disengaged state, and receives a first signal from a first control module associated with the first zone. The first signal indicates that one of a first article having an irregular boundary or a second article having a regular boundary exits from the first zone. The second control module controls the second drive assembly and a second brake assembly based on the indication by the first signal.
B65G 43/08 - Dispositifs de commande actionnés par l'alimentation, le déplacement ou le déchargement des objets ou matériaux
B65G 43/10 - Commande en série des transporteurs fonctionnant en combinaison
B65G 47/26 - Dispositifs pour influencer la position relative ou l'orientation des objets pendant le transport par transporteurs arrangeant les objets, p. ex. faisant varier l'espace entre chaque objet
G05B 19/418 - Commande totale d'usine, c.-à-d. commande centralisée de plusieurs machines, p. ex. commande numérique directe ou distribuée [DNC], systèmes d'ateliers flexibles [FMS], systèmes de fabrication intégrés [IMS], productique [CIM]
80.
METHODS, APPARATUSES AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR MOVEMENT OF RECTANGULAR PRISMS THROUGH A MULTI-DIMENSIONAL SPACE
G06Q 10/04 - Prévision ou optimisation spécialement adaptées à des fins administratives ou de gestion, p. ex. programmation linéaire ou "problème d’optimisation des stocks"
Various embodiments are directed to methods, apparatuses, systems, computing devices, computing entities, and the like for robotically depalletizing objects. In various embodiments, a controller-implemented method for robotic depalletization may comprise detecting a first object of a plurality of palletized objects arranged in a plurality of pallet layers, the first object defining at least a portion of a top pallet layer; identifying an initial pallet height defined by the first object; identifying a second pallet height defined by a second object of the plurality of palletized objects; detecting a pallet height difference based at least in part on the second pallet height; and determining that the top pallet layer has been depalletized based at least in part on a comparison of the pallet height difference to a threshold pallet layer height.
Apparatuses, methods and systems comprising element in-built diverts for motorized conveyor rollers are provided. An example conveyor roller can include a housing that forms a cylindrical tube. The conveyor roller includes a plurality of element in-built diverts disposed on an exterior surface of the housing. The plurality of element in-built diverts are reconfigurable between one or more orientations with respect to the housing to divert an item an angle with respect to the housing.
Various embodiments are directed to reconfigurable motorized conveyor rollers and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller comprises a housing assembly defining a roller width defined between a first lateral end and a second lateral end opposite the first lateral end; and a housing adjustment assembly disposed within the housing assembly that is operable to adjust the roller width by facilitating a configuration of the housing assembly between a nominal configuration and an expanded configuration; wherein the housing assembly comprises a plurality of coaxial housing components configured for movement relative to one another in one or more lateral directions, and wherein the housing adjustment assembly is operable to cause at least a portion of the plurality of housing components to move in the one or more lateral directions to selectively configure the housing assembly between the nominal configuration and the expanded configuration.
Methods, apparatuses, systems, computing devices, and/or the like are provided. An example method may include detecting a first set of objects, the first set of objects including two or more palletized objects of a plurality of palletized objects in a stack, wherein the two or more palletized objects of the first set of objects are disposed above a threshold height, wherein the stack has a front side and a back side; determining that a first object of the first set is closer than a second object of the first set is to the front side, wherein the first object of the first set is disposed lower than the second object of the first set; and manipulating an end effector to remove the first object from the stack before removing the second object from the stack and to deposit the first object in one or more deposit locations.
A method and associated apparatus are provided for retrieving an object from a multi-depth object storage. The method includes retrieving, via a shuttle, at least a first object from a first depth of a storage location and a second object from a second depth of the storage location. The first depth is less than the second depth, such that the first object positioned at the first depth interferes with retrieval of the second object positioned at the second depth. The method also includes manipulating the first object and the second object, such that the first object is positioned to be disposed into the storage location while the second object remains disposed on the shuttle. The method further includes disposing the first object into the storage location while the second object remains on the shuttle. A corresponding apparatus is also provided.
B65G 1/06 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des moyens pour que les objets se présentent à l'enlèvement dans des positions ou à des niveaux prédéterminés
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
86.
High-rate at high-density tunable accumulation conveyor
Various embodiments disclosed herein provide for an improved accumulation conveyor and systems and methods for controlling a high rate, high density tunable accumulation conveyor. In one embodiment, an accumulation conveyor system determines whether an item detection variable associated with a second zone of a plurality of zones is satisfied, wherein the second zone is downstream of a first zone. The accumulation conveyor system determines whether at least one of two operational characteristic variables is satisfied. In an instance where both the item detection variable and at least one operational characteristic variable are satisfied, the accumulation conveyor system is configured to set a zone operating state associated with the first zone to inactive and send a command signal comprising the zone operating state associated with the first zone to a control module associated with the first zone. In another embodiment, an improved method for adjusting aggressiveness is disclosed. In another embodiment, a tunable release rate accumulation conveyor is disclosed. In still another embodiment, a tunable crowding accumulation conveyor is disclosed.
B65G 47/26 - Dispositifs pour influencer la position relative ou l'orientation des objets pendant le transport par transporteurs arrangeant les objets, p. ex. faisant varier l'espace entre chaque objet
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose a robotic system. The robotic system includes a moveable base, a conveyor system disposed on the movable base, a vertical mount coupled to the movable base by one or more vertical actuation devices, and a plurality of robotic manipulators, each having a first end mounted to the vertical mount and a second end having an end effector. The plurality of robotic manipulators are mounted above the conveyor system and operate in a vertical place to individually load items to or unload items from a logistics container.
B65G 61/00 - Utilisation d'appareils de prise ou de transfert, ou de manipulateurs, pour empiler ou désempiler des objets, non prévus ailleurs
B65G 43/08 - Dispositifs de commande actionnés par l'alimentation, le déplacement ou le déchargement des objets ou matériaux
B65G 47/14 - Dispositifs pour alimenter en objets ou matériaux les transporteurs pour alimenter en objets à partir de piles d'objets en désordre ou de tas d'objets en vrac disposant ou présentant les objets par des moyens mécaniques ou pneumatiques durant l'alimentation
B25J 13/08 - Commandes pour manipulateurs au moyens de dispositifs sensibles, p. ex. à la vue ou au toucher
Apparatuses, methods and systems comprising conveyor roller integrated divert mechanisms are provided. The example conveyor roller integrated divert mechanisms are integrated with a motorized or non-motorized conveyor roller to controllably divert an item at any point along a conveyor line. An example conveyor roller includes a housing forming an at least partially hollow cylindrical tube. The housing includes a plurality of radial gaps. In addition, the conveyor roller includes a divert assembly at least partially disposed within the housing that is operable to divert an item. The divert assembly includes a retractable divert mechanism configured to controllably protrude from the housing through at least one of the plurality of radial gaps.
Apparatuses, methods, and systems comprising reconfigurable motorized conveyor rollers are provided. The example reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller includes a housing with a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The housing includes a plurality of curved plates that at least partially form a cylindrical tube. The reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller includes a motor assembly and a drive assembly at least partially disposed within the housing that are configured to cause rotation of at least a portion of the reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller. And, the reconfigurable motorized conveyor roller includes a housing adjustment assembly disposed within the housing that is operable to modify one or more dimensions of the housing.
Various embodiments are directed to cart grounding devices for conveyor assemblies and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a cart grounding device for a conveyor assembly may comprise a frame engagement element configured for attachment to at least a portion of a conveyor assembly; an arm assembly comprising an arm element hingedly connected relative to the frame engagement element; and a cart interface component configured to physically engage a connected plurality of conveyor carts of the conveyor assembly to provide a ground path from the conveyor carts to a ground, the cart interface component comprising one or more grounding wheels configured to physically contact the conveyor carts and rotate about a respective central wheel axle based on the physical contact with the conveyor carts, wherein the arm assembly defines a biased configuration that biases the cart interface component in a direction towards the conveyor carts.
Various embodiments are directed to a conveyor assembly and method of using the same. In various embodiments, a conveyor assembly may comprise a plurality of rollers defining a conveyor section configured for transporting one or more objects disposed thereon along a transportation path, wherein the plurality of rollers comprises a drive roller, the drive roller being selectively configurable between a first operating condition and a second operating condition; and a controller configured to generate one or more control signals to control the drive roller; wherein the conveyor section is selectively configurable between a single-zone configuration and a dual-zone configuration based on the configuration of the drive roller in one of the first operating condition and the second operating condition, the dual-zone configuration being defined by the drive roller selectively driving operation of a first conveyor zone and a second conveyor zone defined within the conveyor section independently of one another.
Various embodiments are directed to conveyor apparatuses and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a conveyor apparatus comprises a conveyor frame including a plurality of opposing sidewalls extending in a length direction and a bottom panel comprising a hinged configuration relative to the opposing sidewalls such that the bottom panel is configured for movement throughout a range of rotational motion between a closed position and an open position; and a bottom panel positioning assembly comprising: a mounting bracket secured to one of the opposing sidewalls; a positioning element slidably engaged relative to the mounting bracket and configurable between a nominal position and an engaged position; and a retention element configured to bias the positioning element towards the nominal position; wherein the bottom panel positioning assembly is configured to facilitate selective arrangement of the bottom panel based at least in part on an arrangement of the positioning element.
B65G 21/20 - Moyens incorporés ou fixés au châssis ou aux carters pour guider les porte-charges, les éléments de traction ou les charges portées sur les surfaces mobiles
B65G 21/00 - Châssis ou carters de support ou de protection pour transporteurs sans fin ou éléments de traction des transporteurs à courroies ou à chaînes
B65G 21/10 - Châssis ou carters de support ou de protection pour transporteurs sans fin ou éléments de traction des transporteurs à courroies ou à chaînes mobiles ou à pièces interchangeables ou relativement mobilesDispositifs pour déplacer le châssis ou des parties de celui-ci
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In-built divert elements for motorized conveyor rollers
Apparatuses, methods and systems comprising element in-built diverts for motorized conveyor rollers are provided. An example conveyor roller can include a housing that forms a cylindrical tube. The conveyor roller includes a plurality of element in-built diverts disposed on an exterior surface of the housing. The plurality of element in-built diverts are reconfigurable between one or more orientations with respect to the housing to divert an item an angle with respect to the housing.
A conveyor carriage movable on a guide rail. The conveyor carriage includes a conveyor frame; a pair of side rails spaced apart from each other; and a load carrying portion coupled to the pair of side rails. A drop-down plate hingedly mounted to the conveyor frame and positioned in between the pair of side rails. The drop-down plate is pivotable between an open position and a closed position, wherein the drop-down plate encloses a component of the conveyor carriage in the closed position. The conveyor carriage to pick up and deposit loads from and to a load handling station. The load handling station including a control box with a pivotable lid to enclose one or more components of the load handling station in the closed position.
B65G 1/06 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des moyens pour que les objets se présentent à l'enlèvement dans des positions ou à des niveaux prédéterminés
Various embodiments are directed to a conveyor roller apparatus and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a conveyor roller apparatus comprises an exterior roller shell configured to support at least a portion of an object disposed on an outer surface thereof to facilitate transportation of the object along a conveyor surface, the exterior roller shell having an at least substantially tubular configuration so as to define an interior roller portion along a central axis thereof; an internal roller housing disposed within the interior roller portion of the exterior roller shell, the internal roller housing comprising a PCB compartment defined by an internal channel within the internal roller housing that is configured for housing the PCB assembly therein; and at least one potting material disposed within the PCB compartment and configured to facilitate a dissipation of heat generated by the PCB assembly from within the PCB compartment.
Methods, apparatuses, systems, and computer program products for an improved anti-sway control system and adjustable end effector for a robotic arm are provided. An example method includes determining at least one of a size, shape, or orientation of a package to be picked up by an end effector of a robotic arm, adjusting a position of a suction cup on the end effector to grasp the package by linearly moving the suction cup from an initial position on a rail associated with the end effector to a predetermined end position on the rail associated with the end effector, determining a path for the robotic arm to move to the predetermined end position; and controlling movement of the end effector via a robotic joint to reduce force on the suction cup by the package due to an acceleration of the package due to movement of the robotic arm.
Various embodiments are directed to a finger guard apparatus comprising a mounting bracket configured to be secured to a conveyor assembly such that the mounting bracket defines a first lateral side of the finger guard apparatus; a finger guard plate detachably secured to the mounting bracket; and a lock assembly that secures the finger guard plate in a locked position relative to the mounting bracket and is configured to facilitate selective detachment of the finger guard plate from the mounting bracket, the lock assembly comprising: a lock arm connected to the mounting bracket such that the lock arm is configured to move between a locked position and an unlocked position, wherein the lock arm is configured to engage the finger guard plate in the locked position; and a retention element engaged with the lock arm and configured to bias the lock arm towards the locked position.
B65G 47/66 - Plates-formes ou tasseaux fixes, p. ex. ponts entre transporteurs
B65G 15/24 - Transporteurs comportant des surfaces porteuses de charges sans fin, c.-à-d. des tapis roulants ou autres systèmes équivalents, auxquelles l'effort de traction est transmis par des moyens différents des éléments d'entraînement sans fin de même configuration comportant une série d'éléments travaillant ensemble en tandem
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Conveyor assembly having dynamic frame components and method of using the same
Various embodiments are directed to conveyor apparatuses and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a conveyor apparatus comprises a conveyor frame including a plurality of opposing sidewalls extending in a length direction and a bottom panel comprising a hinged configuration relative to the opposing sidewalls such that the bottom panel is configured for movement throughout a range of rotational motion between a closed position and an open position; and a bottom panel positioning assembly comprising: a mounting bracket secured to one of the opposing sidewalls; a positioning element slidably engaged relative to the mounting bracket and configurable between a nominal position and an engaged position; and a retention element configured to bias the positioning element towards the nominal position; wherein the bottom panel positioning assembly is configured to facilitate selective arrangement of the bottom panel based at least in part on an arrangement of the positioning element.
B65G 21/20 - Moyens incorporés ou fixés au châssis ou aux carters pour guider les porte-charges, les éléments de traction ou les charges portées sur les surfaces mobiles
B65G 21/00 - Châssis ou carters de support ou de protection pour transporteurs sans fin ou éléments de traction des transporteurs à courroies ou à chaînes
B65G 21/10 - Châssis ou carters de support ou de protection pour transporteurs sans fin ou éléments de traction des transporteurs à courroies ou à chaînes mobiles ou à pièces interchangeables ou relativement mobilesDispositifs pour déplacer le châssis ou des parties de celui-ci
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VERTICALLY ADJUSTABLE SORTATION DEVICES AND SYSTEMS
Devices and systems are provided for improved article sortation. An example sortation device includes a height adjustable frame and a sortation table movably attached to the height adjustable frame. The sortation table defines a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a body extending therebetween. The body defines a first surface that supports an article thereon where a location of the body between the first end and the second end pivotally attaches the sortation table with the height adjustable frame. The sortation device performs a tilt operation in which the sortation table rotates about the pivotal attachment between the second end and the height adjustable frame so as to convey the article supported by the sortation table. The height adjustable frame adjusts a vertical position of the sortation table so as to modify a vertical position at which the article is conveyed.
B65G 47/68 - Dispositifs pour transférer objets ou matériaux entre transporteurs, p. ex. pour décharger ou alimenter adaptés pour recevoir les objets arrivant d'un transporteur en une couche et pour les transférer en couches individuelles à plus d'un transporteur, ou vice versa, p. ex. en combinant l'écoulement des objets transportés par plus d'un transporteur
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose an axle lock assembly comprising a first plate with a first aperture, a second plate with a second aperture, a shaft, wherein the shaft is inserted through the first aperture and the second aperture and a bush. When the bushing is in contact with the first plate and the second plate, the bush creates a lateral force to move the first plate and the second plate in opposite directions to secure the shaft.
