Thredup has been granted a patent for a hanger orientation detection system on a garment conveyor. The system monitors the pivot state of a pivot arm to determine if a hanger is in the correct orientation. An alert signal is generated if the hanger is detected in an incorrect orientation. GlobalData’s report on Thredup gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on Thredup, was a key innovation area identified from patents. Thredup's grant share as of February 2024 was 100%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Hanger orientation detection system for rail-based garment conveyor
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11873168B2) discloses a method for determining the orientation of a hanger on a rail of a garment conveyor. The method involves moving the hanger along the rail past a pivotable detection arm, monitoring the pivot state of the detection arm, sensing deflection when the pivot state changes, and outputting a signal if the orientation is incorrect. Upon receiving the signal, a notification is transmitted to the operator, and the movement of the hanger is terminated if an incorrect orientation is detected. The system also includes mechanisms for adjusting the orientation and restarting the conveyor.
Furthermore, the patent describes a hanger orientation detection system that includes an attachment member, a pivot arm, and a sensor to determine the position of the hanger. The system can differentiate between correct and incorrect orientations based on the pivot arm's contact with the hanger. A notification system is in place to alert the conveyor system of any incorrect orientations. The system also includes a hanger identification system and utilizes mechanical pressure or proximity sensors to detect the orientation. The patent also covers a computer-readable storage medium storing instructions for implementing the method, including monitoring the pivot arm's state, sensing deflection, and outputting signals for incorrect orientations, ultimately leading to the termination of hanger movement if needed.
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