OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000002707

Transport apparatus and method for transporting a load

Published: 2026-09-15T19:14:48.364744Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000002707
Categories: Lifting, Positioning & Manipulation > Lift Tables and Positioners

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ABSTRACT

The invention relates to a transport apparatus (1) for a load, comprising a
chassis (12) and a lifting plate (15). The chassis (12) having a length and a
width, and wherein the chassis (12) comprises: - at least one lifting
mechanism (20) configured for moving at least the lifting plate (15) between a
lowered position (81) and an elevated position (89) in operational use; and -
a steering mechanism comprising at least two wheel assemblies (30) at a mutual
distance along the length of the chassis (12) for allowing steering of the
transport apparatus (1); and wherein the transport apparatus (1) is configured
to be movable underneath and through a cavity in the load when the lifting
plate (15) is in the lowered position (81).

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000002707
Published 2026-09-15T19:14:48.364744Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000002707