Systems and methods for guiding conveyance elements

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2006-10-17

2006-10-17

Dillon, Jr., Joe (Department: 3651)

Conveyors: power-driven

Conveyor section

Load propelled as the reactive means in a linear motor or...

C198S805000

Reexamination Certificate

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07121400

ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods for controlling the planarity of a conveyance element with respect to a guide while the conveyance element is in motion. This control is achieved by coupling a guide to a conveyance element where the conveyance element is held in a level position by a magnetic force. The attractive force specifically holds the edges of the conveyance element in place, so that they do not lift up or separate from the guide as the guide, by way of a chain coupling the guide to the conveyance element, carries the conveyance element through a defined path over a linear distance or around a corner in, for example, a manufacturing line environment.

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