Ground-engaging implement with lateral position adjustment
US10492360B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S19/41
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A row frame is coupled to the rear member. A first opener is configured to open the soil; the first opener is supported by or from a first support extending downward from the frame member. A first outlet is configured to dispense or apply a nutrient strip. A laterally movable carrier is associated with the row frame. The carrier supports the first opener and the first outlet. A second outlet can dispense or plant seed, wherein the first outlet and the second outlet have a lateral separation that is dynamically adjustable during the simultaneous application of seed and the nutrient strip.
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