Combined gage wheel and integrated transport system
US11178806B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 4, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 23, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D13/04
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to a steering system for an agricultural machine. The steering system includes a first and second wheel assembly. Each wheel assembly includes an axle assembly including an axle, wheels rotatably connected to the axle, and a double-action hydraulic cylinder. In some embodiments, the double-action hydraulic cylinder is configured to pivot the wheels in either direction to indicate a direction of turn. In some embodiments, the double-action hydraulic cylinder of the first wheel assembly is hydraulically linked in its operation to an operation of the double-action hydraulic cylinder of the second wheel assembly.
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