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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
May. 09, 2017
Filed:
Sep. 09, 2016
David R. Hall, Provo, UT (US);
Joseph Blanch, Provo, UT (US);
Andrew Priddis, Mapleton, UT (US);
Eimi Priddis, Mapleton, UT (US);
Kevin Cheatham, Provo, UT (US);
David R. Hall, Provo, UT (US);
Joseph Blanch, Provo, UT (US);
Andrew Priddis, Mapleton, UT (US);
Eimi Priddis, Mapleton, UT (US);
Kevin Cheatham, Provo, UT (US);
Other;
Abstract
The invention is a method for repositioning objects in an automated storage and retrieval system. The method allows objects to move one at a time in an optimally efficient non-revolving sequence, so that often-used storage items can be retrieved more quickly. The method includes arranging positionable objects, such as storage bins or appliances, within a frame with one or more walls. The objects are attached removably to the walls by connectors, such as hooks. One or more planar motion mechanisms, such as H-bots, are mounted on the walls next to the objects. The planar motion mechanisms lift the objects from the connectors to reposition the objects. When a target object is designated, a microcontroller teaches the planar motion mechanisms a sequence for moving the objects into vacant spaces such that the target object can travel to a target access position by the most direct path.