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Steered caster wheel systems

US11166403B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 19, 2017
Grant dateNov 9, 2021
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Expiry dateJul 22, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D7/08
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Steered caster wheel systems that include a disengagement system to enable a caster wheel steering mode and non-caster wheel steering mode are disclosed. In some embodiments, the caster wheels are mounted to a subframe that may be independently suspended from the chassis of a vehicle such as a self-propelled vehicle.

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