Robotic Container Handling With Slot-Based Locking Brackets
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Solution Overview
Problem
People face difficulties in transporting, lifting, and storing heavy or bulky containers due to the physical demands involved, necessitating an assistive system that can efficiently grip, raise, and store containers.
Innovation Solution
A robotic system with a lifting mechanism and container storage assembly, including a bracket assembly with slots and locking mechanisms, and a processing device that communicates with a movable arm assembly to automate the gripping, positioning, and storage of containers, utilizing programming instructions to control the movement and storage processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a robotic system is introduced to automate container handling, then the physical strain on users is reduced and handling efficiency is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The robotic system is divided into distinct functional modules: a movable arm assembly for gripping and positioning, a lifting mechanism for vertical movement, a container storage assembly with bracket assemblies for secure storage, and a processing device for control. Each module performs a specific function, making the overall complex system manageable and maintainable while providing automated container handling assistance
2Adaptability or versatility
If a lifting mechanism with storage assembly is used, then container storage capability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket assemblies are designed with universal features including slots and locking mechanisms that can accommodate different container types and sizes. The processing device executes multiple functions including determining grip positions, generating movement commands for the arm and lifting mechanism, and controlling the locking mechanisms, making the system versatile for various container handling tasks
3Measurement precision
If automated control with processing device is implemented, then handling precision is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The processing device determines the grip position of the container and uses this information to generate precise movement commands for the movable arm assembly and lifting mechanism. The system continuously monitors and adjusts commands based on the container's position and the system's current state, ensuring accurate container handling while managing control complexity through intelligent algorithms
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments described herein related to a robotic system for transporting a container. The robotic system includes a lifting mechanism and a container storage assembly coupled to the lifting mechanism. The container storage assembly includes at least one bracket assembly that further includes a bracket elongated member. The bracket elongated member includes a surface having at least one slot and a locking mechanism within the at least one slot. The at least one slot and the locking mechanism are configured to slidably receive and positively lock at least one locking member of the container.