Multiple pivot rollover protection structure
US10696260B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 30, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D1/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multiple pivot rollover protection structure includes a pair of primary pivot assemblies and a pair of shipping pivot assemblies. The primary pivot assemblies provide a plurality of different operating positions for the upper ROPS legs, and a generally vertical shipping configuration for the upper ROPS legs extending downwardly alongside and not behind a rear mounted engine. The shipping pivot assemblies provide a generally vertical operating position for each of the intermediate ROPS legs and a generally horizontal shipping configuration for each of the intermediate ROPS legs extending rearwardly alongside and not behind the rear mounted engine. A spring loaded plunger is engageable between each upper ROPS leg and intermediate ROPS leg. A latch may be provided between each of the upper ROPS legs and the intermediate ROPS legs to hold the spring loaded plunger in a disengaged position.
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