Material Handling
Systems that move, buffer, sort and position goods and bulk material through a facility.
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- OT-2026-000000037
This disclosure describes a shuttle system for automated storage and retrieval that incorporates a buffer position for aisle handover. The system addresses throughput loss caused by a shuttle waiting for lift availability, which can block an entire aisle. A dedicated buffer allows shuttles to deposit or retrieve storag
- OT-2026-000000030
This disclosure describes a power and free monorail carrier incorporating a pusher dog designed to disengage from the power chain under controlled overload conditions. The arrangement addresses the problem of stalled power chains or carrier damage that can occur when a carrier becomes jammed within the conveyor system.
- OT-2026-000000028
This disclosure describes a right-angle transfer system utilizing a lift-and-shift roller bank to receive articles, reorient them by 90 degrees, and discharge them. The system incorporates an article squaring mechanism that engages during the lift phase, ensuring articles are precisely aligned before transfer, thereby
- OT-2026-000000026
This disclosure describes a two-stage belt cleaning system designed to mitigate carryback material on conveyor belts. The arrangement features a primary scraper blade for bulk material removal and a secondary scraper blade mounted on a compliant mechanism for fine cleaning. This configuration addresses the problem of c
- OT-2026-000000015
This disclosure describes a robotic grasp planning system designed to address challenges in automated handling of stacked cartons, particularly when neighboring cartons obstruct potential grasp approaches. It details a methodology for scoring the accessibility of carton faces, incorporating a clearance model to identif
- OT-2026-000000013
A method for planning robotic grasps on stacked cartons is disclosed, addressing situations where geometrically valid grasps fail due to obstructed approach paths. The system employs a vision system to model the carton stack and a grasp planning module to identify potential grasp faces. Each candidate face is assigned
- OT-2026-000000009
An apparatus for dispensing pallets from a stack is disclosed, designed to tolerate variations in pallet stringer board integrity and dimensions. It employs a tine-and-fork transfer mechanism that engages pallets without relying on precise stringer geometry, thereby preventing jams caused by damaged or non-standard str
- OT-2026-000000008
This disclosure describes an intermediate hanger bearing arrangement for screw conveyors handling abrasive bulk materials. The design addresses the common problem of premature bearing failure and subsequent conveyor outage by eliminating through-shaft lubrication and incorporating external flushing. The arrangement uti
- OT-2026-000000007
An automated goods-to-person picking station is described, featuring dual presentation bays and a shadowed pick face to enhance picking efficiency. This arrangement addresses the problem of operator idle time incurred while waiting for a subsequent item tote to be presented. By utilizing a bay alternation logic and pre
- OT-2026-000000006
A system for precise article induction onto a cross belt sorter carrier is disclosed. It addresses the problem of articles being misaligned, dropped, or split across multiple carriers due to induction timing that is not precisely synchronized with the physical position and pitch of the carriers. The arrangement utilize
- OT-2026-000000005
An arrangement for separating overlapping parcels on a conveyor system is disclosed. It utilizes a series of rollers, each comprising multiple independently driven bands, to create a speed gradient across the conveyor width. This differential speed causes parcels that are in contact or partially overlapped to separate
- OT-2026-000000004
This disclosure describes a pallet layer transfer head configured for handling full layers of packaged goods, such as cartons. It incorporates independently actuated side clamping mechanisms and a compliant layer contact surface. The arrangement addresses the problem of layer instability and collapse that can occur whe
- OT-2026-000000003
An adaptive zero pressure accumulation conveyor system is disclosed, designed to manage articles of varying lengths efficiently. The system dynamically adjusts accumulation zone boundaries based on real-time article length measurements, preventing jams and optimizing conveyor density. Each zone incorporates sensors and
- OT-2026-000000002
A pallet layer transfer head is described for handling layers of articles, such as cartons, which may exhibit instability. The arrangement incorporates independently retractable side clamps designed to maintain support for the outermost articles during layer release. This addresses the problem where a conventional, rig
- OT-2026-000000001
A self-correcting belt tracking system for conveyor applications is disclosed. It utilizes a pivoting idler assembly to steer the conveyor belt and maintain its central alignment. Belt edge position is continuously monitored by a non-contact sensor, which generates a signal proportional to lateral deviation. This signa