Hood guiding system for a work vehicle
US10086878B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 9, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F9/0891
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hood guiding system for a work vehicle may include first and second walls positioned within an engine compartment of the work vehicle. The system may also include a hood configured to extend in a crosswise direction of the work vehicle between a first side and a second side so as to least partially cover the engine compartment. Additionally, the system may include a first guide component coupled to the hood at or adjacent to its first side and a second guide component coupled to the hood at or adjacent to its second side. When the hood is moved from an opened position to a closed position, the first and second guide components may be configured to contact outer surfaces of the first and second walls, respectively, to guide the hood towards the closed position.
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