System and method for automated deployment of a passenger boarding bridge

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United States of America

PATENT NO 10519614
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15633540

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A system and method for controlling the movement of an extendible bridge structure has proximity sensors coupled to a distal end thereof and includes a first movement mechanism for extension and retraction thereof. A processor receives signals from the proximity sensors and, based thereon, selectively generates and provides control signals to the first movement mechanism to automatically extend the structure to a predetermined position against a vehicle positioned in a predetermined area. A flexible boot is attached to the distal end of the structure. The processor generates and provides control signals to a second movement mechanism coupled to the flexible boot to extend the flexible boot against the vehicle. The processor also monitors and identifies any changes in a positional relationship between the flexible boot and the vehicle after initial extension thereof and provides generated control signals to the first movement mechanism to restore the structure to the predetermined position.

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THE BOEING COMPANY100 NORTH RIVERSIDE PLAZA CHICAGO IL 60606

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Glatfelter, John W Kennett Square, US 30 329
Laughlin, Brian D Wichita, US 24 271

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