Hyundai motor company (20240124077). VEHICLE CAPABLE OF CONTAINER SWAPPING simplified abstract

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VEHICLE CAPABLE OF CONTAINER SWAPPING

Organization Name

hyundai motor company

Inventor(s)

Dong Eun Cha of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Han Sam Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Tae Kyung Lee of Uiwang-si (KR)

Dae Hee Lee of Incheon (KR)

Jin Ho Hwang of Cheonan-si (KR)

Jun Gu Lee of Incheon (KR)

Sang Heon Lee of Seoul (KR)

VEHICLE CAPABLE OF CONTAINER SWAPPING - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240124077 titled 'VEHICLE CAPABLE OF CONTAINER SWAPPING

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a vehicle designed for container-swapping, with a main frame, drive modules, a connecting portion, a container module, and a coupling portion.

  • The main frame includes a pair of drive modules spaced in a forward/backward direction, with a connecting portion forming a coupling space between them.
  • A container module can be selectively inserted into the coupling space of the main frame.
  • A coupling portion is used to couple the main frame and the container together while the container module is inserted into the coupling space.
  • A driving portion operates to move the main frame so that the container module can be inserted into the coupling space.

Potential Applications

This technology could be used in logistics and transportation industries for efficient container swapping between vehicles.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of time-consuming and labor-intensive container swapping processes.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include increased efficiency, reduced labor costs, and improved overall productivity in container handling operations.

Potential Commercial Applications

A potential commercial application of this technology could be in the development of specialized container-swapping vehicles for use in shipping ports and distribution centers.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art for this technology could be automated container handling systems used in shipping and logistics industries.

Unanswered Questions

How does the driving portion operate to move the main frame effectively?

The driving portion could be powered by electric motors or hydraulic systems, but the specific mechanism is not detailed in the abstract.

What materials are used in the construction of the main frame and container module?

The abstract does not mention the materials used in the construction of the main frame and container module, which could impact the durability and weight of the vehicle.


Original Abstract Submitted

a vehicle configured for container-swapping, includes: a main frame including a pair of drive modules spaced in a forward/backward direction of the vehicle, and a connecting portion extending in the forward/backward direction of the vehicle to connect the pair of drive modules so that a coupling space is formed therebetween; a container module selectively inserted into the coupling space of the main frame; and a coupling portion configured to couple the main frame and the container to each other while the container module is inserted into the coupling space of the main frame, wherein a driving portion operates and moves the main frame so that the container module is inserted into the coupling space of the main frame.