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Patent Number
Patent Inventor Names
Kimon D. Roufas0
Mark H. Yim0
Craig Eldershaw0
Date of Patent
August 8, 2006
0Patent Application Number
107867970
Date Filed
February 24, 2004
0Patent Primary Examiner
Patent 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.
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