Off-board power and implement coupler for a work vehicle
US10404137B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 24, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D49/065
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An implement coupler including an electrical generator configured to generate electric power in response to a mechanical force provided by a power takeoff of a work vehicle. The implement coupler includes a support frame and an adjustment mechanism operatively connected to the support frame, wherein the adjustment mechanism is configured to adjust the position of the support frame with respect to the work vehicle. The generator is located on the support frame and is operatively connected to the power takeoff. The implement coupler further includes a drive shaft connected to the power takeoff and to the generator, an electrical coupler electrically coupled to the generator to provide access to the generated electrical power wherein the electrical coupler includes an output configured to provide the generated electrical power, and a line coupler including a connector configured to couple to source of material and to deliver the material.
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