Adaptive Load Handling System for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept extends the core technology of a device for transporting a coffin to new applications and use cases, providing a versatile and adaptive load handling system for various industries, including music, art, travel, and healthcare.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the limitations of traditional coffin transportation devices, but its core technology can be repurposed to tackle similar challenges in other industries. The new inventive concept solves the problem of efficiently and safely transporting large, delicate, or heavy items in diverse fields.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Adaptive Load Handling System consists of a supporting frame with sliding shelves, designed to increase the extension of the frame with respect to the load. This modular design enables the system to adapt to various load sizes and types. The sliding shelves can be connected to the frame through hinges or linear guides, allowing for rotation or sliding inside and outside. Additionally, the shelves may feature a layer of deformable material to improve load distribution and reduce operator fatigue. The system can be customized with removable handles, clamps, or mechanical interfaces to accommodate specific industry requirements.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift by applying the original patent's core technology to entirely new industries and use cases. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of the adaptive load handling system to address similar challenges across diverse fields, thereby expanding its applicability and commercial potential.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Adaptive Load Handling System could include adjustable shelf heights, interchangeable shelf materials, or integrated sensors for load monitoring. Variations could also involve modifying the system for specific industries, such as adding temperature control for medical equipment transportation or incorporating vibration-dampening materials for artwork transport.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Adaptive Load Handling System has significant commercial potential in various industries, including music (instrument transportation), art (delicate artwork transportation), travel (oversized luggage transportation), and healthcare (medical equipment transportation). The system's versatility and adaptability make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve their logistics and transportation operations.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61G19/00 |
| A | A61 | A61G17/041 |
| B | B65 | B65G7/12 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Transportation and handling systems, specifically load transfer and support mechanisms across multiple industries including funeral services, logistics, and specialized equipment transport
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An engineer with expertise in mechanical design, material science, and load handling technologies, capable of adapting modular transportation systems across different contexts and understanding structural load distribution principles
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental transportability principles in the source patent as universally applicable across diverse load handling scenarios. The sliding shelf mechanism, load distribution strategies, and modular frame design represent core engineering concepts that can be readily adapted to different industries. The PTD demonstrates predictable variations that extend the original coffin transport device's core mechanical principles to alternative use cases.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,469 |
|---|---|
| Title | Device for transporting a coffin |