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Robotube delivery system

  • US 5,896,297 A
  • Filed: 04/15/1996
  • Issued: 04/20/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/15/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A system for automatically transporting products by combining a pneumatic tube carrier system and an automated guidance vehicle, said system comprising:

  • at least one computer having a database capable of receiving information, transmitting said information within said system, and maintaining control within said system;

    a delivery means for transporting a product from a storage location to a pneumatic tube carrier;

    a first loading means for automatically inserting product into said carrier;

    a second loading means for automatically inserting said carrier into said pneumatic tube system;

    a third loading means for automatically inserting said carrier into said automated guidance vehicle;

    a control means for coordinating transportation of said carrier through said pneumatic tube system to said automated guidance vehicle, and for controlling the movement of said automated guidance vehicle to appropriate locations.

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