18376427. OVERHEAD HOIST TRANSPORT DEVICE simplified abstract (SEMES CO., LTD.)
Contents
- 1 OVERHEAD HOIST TRANSPORT DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 OVERHEAD HOIST TRANSPORT DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.9.1 Unanswered Questions
- 1.9.2 How does the system differentiate between intentional detachment for maintenance purposes and accidental detachment of wheels on the rail?
- 1.9.3 What is the maximum weight capacity of the article transport vehicle and how does it affect the overall efficiency of the system?
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
OVERHEAD HOIST TRANSPORT DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hanbit Kim of Chungcheongnam-do (KR)
Daeil Jang of Chungcheongnam-do (KR)
Jongseon Jeon of Chungcheongnam-do (KR)
Jungdae Kim of Chungcheongnam-do (KR)
Hyojoo Jeoun of Chungcheongnam-do (KR)
OVERHEAD HOIST TRANSPORT DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18376427 titled 'OVERHEAD HOIST TRANSPORT DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an overhead hoist transport device for a semiconductor manufacturing line, including an article transport vehicle with various wheels for movement, a traveling rail along the ceiling providing a path, a measuring sensor to track the vehicle's movement, and a system to analyze the data and detect detached wheels on the rail.
- Article transport vehicle with traveling, guide, and steering wheels
- Traveling rail along the ceiling with straight, curved, and branching sections
- Measuring sensor to track the vehicle's movement
- System to analyze data and detect detached wheels on the rail
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in semiconductor manufacturing lines, automotive assembly plants, and other industrial settings where overhead transport of articles is required.
Problems Solved
1. Efficient and safe transportation of articles in a manufacturing environment. 2. Real-time monitoring and detection of detached wheels on the rail to prevent accidents and delays.
Benefits
1. Increased productivity and efficiency in article transportation. 2. Enhanced safety measures with real-time monitoring capabilities. 3. Reduced downtime due to proactive detection of issues.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing manufacturing processes, improving logistics in warehouses, and enhancing automation in various industries.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar overhead transport systems in manufacturing or warehouse settings, but the specific features of the measuring sensor and wheel detachment detection system may be unique to this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system differentiate between intentional detachment for maintenance purposes and accidental detachment of wheels on the rail?
The system may have a mechanism to track maintenance schedules and user input to distinguish between intentional and accidental detachment.
What is the maximum weight capacity of the article transport vehicle and how does it affect the overall efficiency of the system?
The weight capacity of the vehicle may impact the speed and performance of the system, and further details on this aspect would be beneficial for potential users.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is an overhead hoist transport device including an article transport vehicle having a space in which articles are loaded and unloaded, and including traveling wheels, guide wheels, and steering wheels, a traveling rail positioned along a ceiling of a semiconductor manufacturing line and providing a moving path for the article transport vehicle, a measuring sensor attached to the article transport vehicle and configured to measure a traveling state of the article transport vehicle, and a system configured to receive measured values from the measuring sensor, wherein the traveling rail includes at least one traveling section among a straight section, a curved section, and a branching section, and wherein the system is further configured to determine whether specific wheels of the article transport vehicle are detached on the traveling rail.
