Adaptable Load Transport System
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
A modular transport system enabling efficient and safe transportation of diverse heavy loads across various industries, leveraging the core technology of the original coffin transport device.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a device for transporting coffins, addressing the need for efficient and dignified funeral services. However, the limitations of this device were its specificity to the funeral industry. The new inventive concept addresses the problem of transporting heavy and oversized loads in various industries, such as aerospace, wind energy, construction, and modular building, by adapting the core technology to meet the unique demands of each sector.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Adaptable Load Transport System comprises a supporting frame, adjustable to accommodate diverse load sizes and shapes, and a plurality of sliding shelves that increase the extension of the supporting frame. The shelves are connected to the frame through hinges, linear guides, or mechanical interface means, allowing for customized load distribution and secure fastening. The system's modularity enables easy reconfiguration for different load types, ensuring efficient transportation and minimizing operator strain.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift in load transportation by adapting the original coffin transport device to cater to diverse industries and load types. The inventive step lies in the system's adaptability, modularity, and customization capabilities, which overcome the limitations of the original patent and provide a universal solution for heavy load transportation.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Adaptable Load Transport System could include adjustable frame geometries, interchangeable shelf materials, and integration with automation systems for enhanced efficiency. Variations could also involve adapting the system for specific industries, such as incorporating climate control for sensitive aerospace components or reinforced structures for heavy construction materials.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Adaptable Load Transport System has vast commercial potential across various industries, including aerospace, wind energy, construction, and modular building. The system's adaptability and customization capabilities make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to optimize their logistics and transportation operations. The target market includes industries with heavy and oversized load transportation needs, where the system can provide a competitive advantage in terms of efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
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 for large objects, with expertise in mechanical engineering, load distribution, and modular transport mechanisms, specifically focusing on specialized transport frames and load-bearing structures
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer with 5-7 years of experience in industrial transport systems, familiar with mechanical interfaces, load distribution techniques, and adaptable structural design principles across various industries
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core transport mechanism from the coffin transport device represents a generalizable modular framework that can be systematically adapted to different load types by applying standard engineering design principles. The sliding shelf mechanism and supporting frame concept are fundamentally transferable across diverse transportation contexts. The variations demonstrate predictable engineering modifications that extend the original patent's core mechanical concepts through routine design adaptation.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,469 |
|---|---|
| Title | Device for transporting a coffin |