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Autonomous or remote-controlled vehicle platform for planting

US10542666B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 19, 2017
Grant dateJan 28, 2020
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Expiry dateApr 18, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05D1/0088
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In one embodiment, 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. Each adjustable leg has a corresponding leg actuator to adjust a respective vertical height of each adjustable leg. Each adjustable leg supports the central body. Planting row units are supported by or suspended from the central body.

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