US3718249A
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Carousel for baggage and other articles
Assignee: Stanray Corp
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Filing: 1971-04-12
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Granted: 1973-02-27
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Expires: 1991-04-12
Abstract
Abstract A conveyor of the carousel type for baggage and other articles consisting of a continuous chain having elongated links supported on self aligning caster wheels the chain assuming a pre-designed shape by means of guide wheels mounted on the links in contact with guide rails. Drive means operably engaging and propelling the chain the pallets carrying an endless rubber bumper at the lower end of the pallets to provide a continuous circumferential bumper stop for the luggage. The stainless steel plates carried by the pallets being connected thereto by spring mounted means.
Inventors
- 👤 G Hess
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 07:50
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65G; B65G17/00; B65G17/30; B65G17/38; B65G17/42; B65G17/06; B65G17/065; B65G17/066; B65G2201/00; B65G2201/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
332 words
A carousel for baggage and other articles comprising: a. a continuous chain mounted in a plane having elongated links; b. a guide rail means having substantially vertical flanges defining the configuration of said chain; c. a plurality of caster wheel assemblies each consisting of a substantially vertical stub axle connected to one of said links, self aligning load carrying caster wheels coaxially pivotable about the axis of said stub axle, and guide wheels rotatably mounted on said stub axle in rolling contact with said guide rail flanges; d. a plurality of pallet carriers mounted on said links consisting of a load carrying base positioned at an inclined angle and a substantially vertical flange at the extreme lower end of said base, a bracket connected to said load carrying base, and a second load carrying wheel mounted for rotation at the upper end of said pallet on an elevated track; e. said self aligning caster wheel, said stub axle and said vertical flange of each of said pallets being substantially in vertical alignment to insure negligible separation of said pallets in the plane of said vertical flanges; f. drive means including a helical screw member; g. a drive engaging wheel mounted on each of said pallet carriers for driven engagement by said screw member; h. a continuous flexible bumper member coextensive in length with said chain, connected to and substantially covering said pallet carrier flange and spanning the distance between said pallet carriers. i. sheet plate members mounted on each of said load carrying bases providing a surface overlapping said pallet carriers and adjacent plates for providing a continuous surface for receiving baggage and other articles; j. each of said sheet plate members carrying a resilient strip on its overlapping edge to prevent galling of the plate surfaces which come in overlapping rubbing contact; and k. resilient means connecting said plate members to said pallet carriers to permit limited relative movement in a direction normal to the plane of said pallet base members.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
332 words
A carousel for baggage and other articles comprising: a. a continuous chain mounted in a plane having elongated links; b. a guide rail means having substantially vertical flanges defining the configuration of said chain; c. a plurality of caster wheel assemblies each consisting of a substantially vertical stub axle connected to one of said links, self aligning load carrying caster wheels coaxially pivotable about the axis of said stub axle, and guide wheels rotatably mounted on said stub axle in rolling contact with said guide rail flanges; d. a plurality of pallet carriers mounted on said links consisting of a load carrying base positioned at an inclined angle and a substantially vertical flange at the extreme lower end of said base, a bracket connected to said load carrying base, and a second load carrying wheel mounted for rotation at the upper end of said pallet on an elevated track; e. said self aligning caster wheel, said stub axle and said vertical flange of each of said pallets being substantially in vertical alignment to insure negligible separation of said pallets in the plane of said vertical flanges; f. drive means including a helical screw member; g. a drive engaging wheel mounted on each of said pallet carriers for driven engagement by said screw member; h. a continuous flexible bumper member coextensive in length with said chain, connected to and substantially covering said pallet carrier flange and spanning the distance between said pallet carriers. i. sheet plate members mounted on each of said load carrying bases providing a surface overlapping said pallet carriers and adjacent plates for providing a continuous surface for receiving baggage and other articles; j. each of said sheet plate members carrying a resilient strip on its overlapping edge to prevent galling of the plate surfaces which come in overlapping rubbing contact; and k. resilient means connecting said plate members to said pallet carriers to permit limited relative movement in a direction normal to the plane of said pallet base members.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
A carousel as described in claim 1 wherein; a. said plate members are made from metal and are formed with an offset along a line running the length of the sheet to form a bend line.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
59 words
A carousel as described in claim 2 comprising: a. said resilient means comprising a rivet welded to said plate member and extending through an opening in said base of said pallet carrier, and a spring positioned between said pallet base and a retainer connected to the free end of said rivet and biasing said plate toward said pallet base.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-02-27 | 1976-08-28 | 1977-02-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-02-27 | 1980-08-28 | 1981-02-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-02-27 | 1984-08-28 | 1985-02-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |