US3756378A
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Cargo transporting conveyor apparatus
Assignee: Guenther Systems Inc
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Filing: 1971-06-01
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Granted: 1973-09-04
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Expires: 1991-06-01
Abstract
Abstract A cargo carrying structure is adapted to move along a path defined by a frame while supported by a plurality of chains. A plurality of sprocket sets, each including an inner and an outer sprocket, are supported by the frame and engaged by the chains. A plurality of rods which connect the outer chains to the cargo carrying structure are arranged to pass between the teeth of the inner sprockets. The rods are connected to intermediate connecting members which carry rollers engaged by roller guides. At least one of the chains is formed by a multiplicity of links that span a predetermined number of sprocket teeth and a lesser number of adjusting links that span a different number of sprocket teeth. The adjusting links are positioned in the chain so that the rods pass through the unfilled spaces between the teeth of the inner sprockets.
Inventors
- 👤 G Kuehl
- 👤 Pietro A De
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 13:26
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65G; B65G17/00; B65G17/30; B65G17/32; B65G17/34; B65G17/12; B65G17/123; B65G2201/00; B65G2201/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
248 words
A cargo transporting conveyor apparatus comprising a frame defining a path along which the cargo can be moved, a cargo carrying structure adapted to be moved along the path defined by the frame, a plurality of chains connected to and supporting the cargo carrying structure including adjacent each of two sides of the cargo carrying structure at least one outer chain and at least one inner chain disposed between said at least one outer chain and a side of the cargo carrying structure, a plurality of sprocket sets supported by the frame which engage the links of the chains, each sprocket set comprising an inner sprocket and an outer sprocket, a plurality of rods connecting to the cargo carrying structure at least one outer chain and at least one inner chain on each of said two sides of the cargo carrying structure and arranged to pass between the teeth of the inner sprockets, at least one of the chains being formed by a multiplicity of links that span a predetermined number of sprocket teeth and a lesser number of adjusting links that span a different number of sprocket teeth, the adjusting links being positioned in the chain so that the rods pass through the unfilled spaces between the teeth of the inner sprockets, and a link of each inner chain adjacent a rod connecting an outer chain to the cargo carrying structure being configured to permiT the rod to lie generally in a plane of the inner chain.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
248 words
A cargo transporting conveyor apparatus comprising a frame defining a path along which the cargo can be moved, a cargo carrying structure adapted to be moved along the path defined by the frame, a plurality of chains connected to and supporting the cargo carrying structure including adjacent each of two sides of the cargo carrying structure at least one outer chain and at least one inner chain disposed between said at least one outer chain and a side of the cargo carrying structure, a plurality of sprocket sets supported by the frame which engage the links of the chains, each sprocket set comprising an inner sprocket and an outer sprocket, a plurality of rods connecting to the cargo carrying structure at least one outer chain and at least one inner chain on each of said two sides of the cargo carrying structure and arranged to pass between the teeth of the inner sprockets, at least one of the chains being formed by a multiplicity of links that span a predetermined number of sprocket teeth and a lesser number of adjusting links that span a different number of sprocket teeth, the adjusting links being positioned in the chain so that the rods pass through the unfilled spaces between the teeth of the inner sprockets, and a link of each inner chain adjacent a rod connecting an outer chain to the cargo carrying structure being configured to permiT the rod to lie generally in a plane of the inner chain.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein at least two chains are arranged in superposed interlocking relationship.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the links that are not adjusting links span at least three teeth of the sprockets.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
13 words
The apparatus of claim 3 wherein the adjusting links span a single tooth.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
31 words
The apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a plurality of intermediate connecting members each of which is connected to the cargo carrying structure and to at least two of the rods.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
48 words
The apparatus of claim 5 further comprising the plurality of rollers carried by the intermediate connecting members, and at least one roller guide mounted on the frame and arranged along at least part of the path to engage the rollers thereby providing support for the cargo carrying structure.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
55 words
The apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a plurality of intermediate connecting members each of which is connected to the cargo carrying structure and to at least one rod, a plurality of rollers carried by the intermediate connecting members, and at least one roller guide mounted on the frame and arranged to engage the rollers.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
34 words
The apparatus claim 7 wherein each intermediate connecting member carries at least two rollers which are spaced from each other by a distance that exceeds the length of the longest links of the chain.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
150 words
A cargo transporting conveyor apparatus comprising a frame defining a path along which the cargo can be moved, a cargo carrying structure adapted to be moved along the path defined by the frame, a plurality of chains connected to and supporting the cargo carrying structure, a plurality of sprocket sets supported by the frame which engage the links of the chains, each sprocket set comprising an inner sprocket and an outer sprocket, a plurality of rods connected to an outer chain arranged to pass between the teeth of the inner sprocket, a plurality of intermediate connecting members connecting the rods to the cargo carrying structure, each intermediate connecting member being connected to at least two rods, a plurality of rollers carried by the intermediate connecting members and at least one roller guide mounted on the frame and arranged to engage the rollers thereby providing support for the cargo carrying structure.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
150 words
A cargo transporting conveyor apparatus comprising a frame defining a path along which the cargo can be moved, a cargo carrying structure adapted to be moved along the path defined by the frame, a plurality of chains connected to and supporting the cargo carrying structure, a plurality of sprocket sets supported by the frame which engage the links of the chains, each sprocket set comprising an inner sprocket and an outer sprocket, a plurality of rods connected to an outer chain arranged to pass between the teeth of the inner sprocket, a plurality of intermediate connecting members connecting the rods to the cargo carrying structure, each intermediate connecting member being connected to at least two rods, a plurality of rollers carried by the intermediate connecting members and at least one roller guide mounted on the frame and arranged to engage the rollers thereby providing support for the cargo carrying structure.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
35 words
The apparatus of claim 9 wherein each intermediate connecting member carries at least two rollers which are spaced from each other by a distance that exceeds the length of the longest links of the chain.
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) | 1976-09-03 | 1977-03-05 | 1977-09-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-03 | 1981-03-05 | 1981-09-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-03 | 1985-03-05 | 1985-09-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |