Row unit for a corn head assembly having a top plate with a structured surface
US10130035B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 10, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2035 |
Classification
- 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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