Load sensing system for a vehicle and method of inhibiting vehicle movement based on sensed load
US11338676B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2800/019
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle includes a frame, a body supported by the frame, a prime mover mounted to the frame, at least one axle connected to the frame, a suspension system connecting the at least one axle to the frame, and a load sensing and control system including at least one load sensor connected to the suspension system and a controller operatively connected to the at least one load sensor and the prime mover. The controller being operable to calculate a vehicle loading factor before the vehicle moves and to prevent operation of the prime mover if the vehicle loading factor that exceeds a selected load threshold.
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