17970107. WORK PART DELIVERY SYSTEM AND APPARATUS simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

WORK PART DELIVERY SYSTEM AND APPARATUS

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

LLOYD R. Holland of Georgetown KY (US)

SCOTTIE L. Foster of Lawrenceburg KY (US)

BRADLEY J. Garcia of Louisville KY (US)

MICHAEL C. Greenlee of Paris KY (US)

JEFFREY L. James of Mount Sterling KY (US)

ANNETTA L. Allen of Lexington KY (US)

JOHNNY O. Boarman 4th of Frankfort KY (US)

DAVID A. Lajoice of Georgetown KY (US)

WORK PART DELIVERY SYSTEM AND APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17970107 titled 'WORK PART DELIVERY SYSTEM AND APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a system and method for delivering and retrieving work parts on an assembly line using a dolly assembly with two configurations.

• The dolly assembly includes a base assembly with a support member and a mobility mechanism.
• A part-carrying member is rotationally connected to the support member and has a part-holding structure for work parts.
• The part-carrying member can be positioned obliquely below the horizontal plane in a first configuration and obliquely above the horizontal plane in a second configuration.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in manufacturing industries where work parts need to be efficiently delivered and retrieved on assembly lines.

Problems Solved

1. Streamlining the process of delivering and retrieving work parts on assembly lines. 2. Improving efficiency and ergonomics for assembly line workers.

Benefits

1. Increased productivity and efficiency in assembly line operations. 2. Reduced strain and fatigue on assembly line workers. 3. Enhanced organization and workflow management.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing assembly line operations in industries such as automotive manufacturing, electronics assembly, and appliance production.

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to dolly assemblies for transporting work parts in industrial settings, but specific examples are not provided in the abstract.

How does this technology improve worker safety on the assembly line?

This technology can reduce the physical strain on workers by providing a more ergonomic way to deliver and retrieve work parts, but specific safety features or benefits are not detailed in the abstract.

What materials are typically used in the construction of dolly assemblies for industrial applications?

The abstract does not mention the materials used in the construction of the dolly assembly, so it is unclear what materials are commonly used in similar technologies.

Original Abstract Submitted

Systems and methods are provided for delivering a work part to an assembly line worker using a dolly assembly in a first configuration and retrieving the work part from the dolly assembly by the assembly line work while the dolly assembly is in a second configuration. According to some embodiments, a dolly assembly is provided comprising a base assembly having a support member and a mobility mechanism, the support member positioned obliquely with respect to a horizontal plane. The dolly assembly also includes a part-carrying member rotationally connected to the support member and having a part-holding structure for receiving a work part. The part-carrying member extends downward at an angle below the horizontal plane when in a first configuration, and extends upward from at an angle above the horizontal plane when in a second configuration.