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Row unit for a corn head assembly having a top plate with a structured surface

US10130035B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 10, 2015
Grant dateNov 20, 2018
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Expiry dateDec 21, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01D2101/00
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A row unit of a corn head assembly for an agricultural harvester capable of reducing grain loss is provided. The row unit includes a frame and first and second spaced apart row unit arms mounted to the frame, and a top plate. The top plate is positioned about a rear end of the frame and includes an outer surface having a retaining structure configured to inhibit a flow of grain in a forward direction along the outer surface.

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