Method, apparatus and use for choosing a packet from a lot of packets and to handle them

Abstract

Abstract Method and apparatus allowing to make a selection of parcels among a batch of parcels, to take and deposit said parcels in a fixed or variable location. The apparatus for implementing said method comprises a gripping hand (9) allowing to take the parcels and deposit them, a means (1) for inspecting a batch of parcels, a means (4) for analyzing the video signal (S1) provided by said inspection means (1) and representing the image of the batch of parcels and for transforming said image video signal in a digital signal (S2), a data processing means (7) for managing the movements from said digital signal (S2), data processing means for receiving orders, mechanical means for displacing said gripping hand in the space, and means for its proper displacement. The apparatus according to the invention may apply more particularly for removing parcels from a pallet and depositing them on a conveyor or loading them on a pallet. It may be used for preparing orders.

Inventors

• 👤 Jacques Gabriel Auguste Thibault

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