Seed sensor
US10750662B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 1, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01C19/02
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seed sensor includes a housing. An internal seed channel defines a path for seeds to flow along a central axis through the seed sensor. A sensor unit is positioned alongside the internal seed channel within the housing. An inlet end of the seed sensor includes a tapered inlet section. The housing includes a mounting loop having a pair of oppositely angled surfaces for mounting the seed sensor in a pair of oppositely angled configurations.
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