Autonomous or remote-controlled vehicle platform for spraying
US10172274B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 19, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 8, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 19, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05D1/0088
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle platform comprises a central body that can support one or more implement configurations, such as sprayer booms, or planting row units. A plurality of adjustable legs extends downward from the central body. An arm assembly has a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The first end is pivotably coupled the central body and the second end coupled to a support beam. A plurality of nozzle assemblies is supported from the support beam. An arm actuator is arranged to control a transverse position of the support beam and the nozzle assemblies with respect to a reference point on the central body, such that each nozzle assembly may be aligned with a row of seeds or plants.
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