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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 08, 2006
Filed:
Feb. 24, 2004
Mark H. Yim, Palo Alto, CA (US);
Kimon D. Roufas, Cambridge, MA (US);
Craig Eldershaw, Tarragindi, AU;
Mark H. Yim, Palo Alto, CA (US);
Kimon D. Roufas, Cambridge, MA (US);
Craig Eldershaw, Tarragindi, AU;
Palo Alto Research Center Incorporated, Palo Alto, CA (US);
Abstract
A transport apparatus for transporting materials or objects on substantially vertical structures for installation, deployment, inspection and repair purposes includes gripping mechanisms having a conformable gripping portion. The gripping mechanisms are separated by links, which are mutually attached to each other to permit angular rotation of the links relative to each other about a pivot point. A latching mechanism provides the capability for the gripping portion to be opened as well as secured for operation.