The present invention provides apparatus for transporting materials, preferably large flat objects such as panes of glass, wood panels, paintings, and the like. The preferred embodiment includes a frame, an axle assembly, wheels, and a steering means, the steering means including track rods, a controlling means for controlling the steering means, the controlling means being pivotable about pivot points on the track rods. Preferably, the apparatus includes a tray or base plate for holding the materials being transported. Preferably, the controlling means is a tiller engageable with the pivot points. Preferably, the apparatus includes a handle for directing the frame. Preferably, the steering means includes a rotating bar. Preferably, the rotating bar engages a track rod. Preferably, the apparatus includes a motor for propulsion. Most preferably, the motor is electric, powered by a battery, particularly a rechargeable battery.
Steering Apparatus for Object Transporting Vehicles
2022-12-08
Patent
Electronic Resource
English