17878328. SYSTEMS FOR POD MOVERS simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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SYSTEMS FOR POD MOVERS

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

John F. Daly of Frisco TX (US)

Adrian Lombard of Saline MI (US)

Satoshi Nagashima of New York NY (US)

Trinell Ball of Stamford CT (US)

Brent Bowen of Salt Lake City UT (US)

Vic Hoffman of Salt Lake City UT (US)

SYSTEMS FOR POD MOVERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17878328 titled 'SYSTEMS FOR POD MOVERS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a system consisting of a main vehicle and a secondary vehicle that can be coupled to the main vehicle. The secondary vehicle has a wheel for movement and a body connected to the wheel. The body includes a set of retractable bars that can extend into receivers of the main vehicle when in a deactivated state. The retractable bars can also be retracted into the body and extend into a pod to lift and attach the pod when in an attached state.

  • The system includes a main vehicle and a secondary vehicle that can be connected together.
  • The secondary vehicle has a wheel for movement and a body attached to the wheel.
  • The body of the secondary vehicle contains a set of retractable bars.
  • The retractable bars can extend into receivers of the main vehicle when not in use.
  • The retractable bars can be retracted into the body of the secondary vehicle.
  • The retractable bars can also extend into a pod and lift the pod when attached.

Potential Applications:

  • Transportation systems where a secondary vehicle can be attached to a main vehicle for additional functionality or carrying capacity.
  • Delivery systems where a secondary vehicle can be used to transport packages or goods and easily attach to a main delivery vehicle.
  • Emergency response systems where a secondary vehicle can be quickly connected to a main vehicle to provide additional equipment or resources.

Problems Solved:

  • Provides a convenient and efficient way to connect and disconnect a secondary vehicle to a main vehicle.
  • Allows for easy transportation of additional items or equipment without the need for separate vehicles.
  • Simplifies the process of attaching and detaching a pod or cargo container to a vehicle.

Benefits:

  • Increased flexibility and versatility in transportation systems.
  • Improved efficiency in delivery and logistics operations.
  • Enhanced emergency response capabilities with the ability to quickly attach additional resources.


Original Abstract Submitted

Disclosed herein are apparatus for a system includes a main vehicle and a secondary vehicle configured to couple to the main vehicle. The secondary vehicle includes a wheel configured to move the secondary vehicle and a body coupled to the wheel. The body includes a first set of retractable bars. The first set of retractable bars are configured to extend into receivers of the main vehicle in a deactivated state. The first set of retractable bars are further configured to be disposed in the body in a retracted state. The first set of retractable bars are further configured to extend into a pod and lift the pod in an attached state.