Springdale, Arkansas Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
BNSF Logistics LLC has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for advancing wind turbine transport safety and efficiency. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11939954, titled ‘Transit bracket assembly for wind turbine tower section’, introduces a modular bracket assembly that securely anchors wind turbine tower sections during transit, streamlining logistics in renewable energy infrastructure.
The patented system features a lower support bracket with vertical plates containing circular apertures aligned with the tower’s flange bolt holes. Rotatable attachment yokes fit into these apertures, allowing precise alignment and insertion of retention bolts. This design accommodates various tower sizes and reduces bolt torque requirements, enhancing both safety and efficiency during transport.
By enabling secure, adaptable, and efficient transportation of wind turbine components, BNSF Logistics, LLC’s innovation addresses critical challenges in the renewable energy sector. The bracket assembly’s modularity and ease of use not only improve logistical operations but also contribute to the broader adoption of sustainable energy solutions.