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Grading tool compatible with light duty work machine

US10501912B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 16, 2017
Grant dateDec 10, 2019
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Expiry dateMar 23, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE02F3/8157
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A grading tool comprises a frame extending between a hitch and a ground contacting member. A first adjustment mechanism and a lever are coupled with the frame. A suspension assembly including a spring is coupled with the lever. A grading box assembly is coupled with the frame and with the suspension assembly. The spring is compressible to accommodate motion between the lever and the grading box assembly. A second adjustment mechanism is coupled with the frame and the grading box assembly and is adjustable to selectably increase and decrease in length. A fixation member is coupled with the grading box assembly and is selectably coupleable with the frame to fix a first side of the grading box assembly vertically relative to the frame while allowing vertical movement of a second side of the of the grading box assembly relative to the frame.

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