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Method for Automating a Distribution Center

Application US20260084712A1 Kind: A1 Mar 26, 2026

Inventors

Vincent Loccisano

Abstract

An example embodiment is a trailer for a semi-trailer truck that includes an electric, battery-powered drive train mounted on at least one axel of the trailer. A controller sends and receives signals from a global positioning system and from distribution center personnel. Signals are interpreted by a protocol in the controller to move a powered trailer from its current location to a destination. A trailer control algorithm monitors a plurality of variables and communicates to a controller in each trailer to control a plurality of trailers according to the variables.

CPC Classifications

B60W 60/001 B60L 50/64 B60W 10/08 B60W 10/18 B60W 30/09 B62D 59/04 G06Q 10/0843 B60L 2200/28 B60W 2556/50 B60W 2710/18 B60W 2720/30 B62D 11/02

Filing Date

2024-09-19

Application No.

18889541