Leaning control scheme for a fire apparatus
US11161483B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 17, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60S9/10
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A fire apparatus includes a chassis, a front axle coupled to the chassis, a rear axle coupled to the chassis, a ladder assembly coupled to the chassis, and a stability system. The stability system includes at least one of (i) a front downrigger coupled to the chassis or (ii) a rear downrigger coupled the chassis, and an outrigger coupled to the chassis. The at least one of (i) the front downrigger or (ii) the rear downrigger and the outrigger are extendable and retractable to facilitate leaning the fire apparatus at least two degrees relative to a ground surface while maintaining full operational capability of the ladder assembly.
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