Patent classifications
B60P1/4421
Driver lift device
A driver lift device lifts a driver to enter an elevated cab on farm equipment or the like. The device includes an elongated post vertically mounted to a vehicle proximate an entry into a cab of the vehicle. Each of a top end and a bottom end of a pole is coupled to the post such that the pole is positioned in parallel spaced relationship to the post. Each of a plurality of rollers is coupled to a housing defining a vertical path through the housing. The pole extends through the vertical path. A foot support is coupled to the housing. A winch is coupled to the top end of the pole. A strap couples the housing to the winch whereby operation of the winch elevates and lowers the foot support on the pole.
REFUSE VEHICLE WITH ELECTRIC LIFT
A fully-electric lift assembly for a refuse vehicle includes a track, a carrier, and a push chain. The track includes multiple channels that extend along an entire length of a path of the track. The carrier is configured to translate along the path of the track. The carrier includes multiple slidable members, each slidable member configured to engage the track at a corresponding one of the channels. The push chain is configured to couple with the carrier at a first end and be driven by an electric motor. The push chain is configured to exert a pushing force on the carrier to drive the carrier to ascend along the track.
Tailgate lift apparatus and method
A pickup truck tailgate lift apparatus attachable with no body modification, to create a powered lift function utilizing the tailgate as a load platform. Two side assemblies, which extend a lift mechanism beyond the rear bumper, are mounted over the existing tailgate pivot and upper cable anchor pin so that the tailgate may be opened and closed with respect to the side assemblies in the same manner that it is opened and closed with respect to the cargo box. The vehicle tailgate is attached to an electric drive plate assembly so that the tailgate, and a load place on the tailgate, is raised or lowered as the drive plate assembly is raised and lowered. In one embodiment, an electric motor is placed on each side to drive a treaded rod to move a drive plate up or down.
Torsion bar bracket with bushing
Systems, devices, and methods for a sliding bar disposed between a platform section and a flipover of a lift platform; a rotatable portion connected to the platform section, wherein the sliding bar is fixedly connected to the rotatable portion; a receiver portion connected to the flipover; a sliding bar mount pivotally connected to the receiver portion; and a bushing disposed in the sliding bar mount where the bushing slidably receives a portion of the sliding bar; where the bushing reduces a pull force for moving the flipover between at least one of: an open position and a vertical position and a closed position and a vertical position.
Lift gate loading ramp
A lift gate for loading and unloading cargo from a vehicle. The lift gate includes a moveable load platform and a ramp. The ramp is coupled to the load platform such that the ramp rotates between various positions at the selection of a user.
Tailgate lift apparatus and method
A pickup truck tailgate lift apparatus attachable with no body modification, to create a powered lift function utilizing the tailgate as a load platform. Two side assemblies, which extend a lift mechanism beyond the rear bumper, are mounted over the existing tailgate pivot and upper cable anchor pin so that the tailgate may be opened and closed with respect to the side assemblies in the same manner that it is opened and closed with respect to the cargo box. The vehicle tailgate is attached to an electric drive plate assembly so that the tailgate, and a load place on the tailgate, is raised or lowered as the drive plate assembly is raised and lowered. In one embodiment, an electric motor is placed on each side to drive a treaded rod to move a drive plate up or down.
Receiver-mounted lift gate
A lift gate system having a first upright including a first track; a second upright including a second track, wherein the second upright is parallel to the first upright; a cross member coupled to the first upright and coupled to the second upright; a receiver bar coupled to the cross member, wherein the receiver bar is configured for detachable coupling to a receiver tube; a first carrier coupled to the first upright, wherein the first carrier is coupled to the first upright, wherein the first carrier is configured to move along the first track; a second carrier coupled to the second upright, wherein the second carrier is coupled to the second upright, wherein the second carrier is configured to move along the second track; a platform coupled to the first carrier and the second carrier; and a drive mechanism coupled to the first carrier and to the second carrier, wherein the first carrier and the second carrier move at a same velocity when the drive mechanism is activated, whereby the platform is raised and lowered uniformly when the drive mechanism is activated.
Apparatus and Devices for Moving, Transporting, and Storing Porch Bots
The present invention provides an automated product transport and storage system designed to enhance efficiency, precision, and safety in logistics and delivery operations. The system includes automated bots, such as porch bots, railed fork bots, and railed crane bots, which perform tasks like loading, unloading, and positioning products within transport vehicles. These bots reduce the reliance on manual labor, mitigate the risk of injuries, and improve productivity by operating autonomously or semi-autonomously in confined or complex environments, such as urban and suburban delivery routes. The system is equipped with advanced control systems, GPS tracking, and obstacle detection, enabling precise navigation and real-time responsiveness. Versatile and adaptable, the system can be used across various industries, from food distribution to industrial supply chains, while reducing infrastructure requirements and contributing to energy efficiency. This invention represents a significant advancement in automated logistics and product handling.
Driver lift device
A driver lift device lifts a driver to enter an elevated cab on farm equipment or the like. The device includes an elongated post vertically mounted to a vehicle proximate an entry into a cab of the vehicle. Each of a top end and a bottom end of an elongated pole is coupled to the post such that the pole is positioned in parallel spaced relationship to the post. The pole extends through the tube wherein the tube is slidable along the pole. A foot support coupled to the tube. A winch is coupled to the top end of the pole and a cable is coupled to and extends between the winch and the tube such that operation of the winch elevates and lowers the foot support on the pole.
All Encompassing Columnar Lift Assembly
Systems, devices, and methods including at least one column, each including: an assembled parallel pair of a first extrusion and a second extrusion, at least one bracket connecting the first extrusion and the second extrusion as one piece, and at least one runner configured to slide along an internal space defined by the first extrusion and the second extrusion; and a lift platform connected to the at least one runner.