Obstacle detection system for an aerial work platform
US11383963B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 26, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/45071
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A platform assembly includes a work platform including a platform floor and a safety rail extending from the platform floor to a rail height, and a primary sensor unit secured to the work platform and positioned adjacent the platform floor. The primary sensor unit is configured to monitor an area from the platform floor to a space above the rail height and forward and aft of the work platform. The platform assembly enhances protection for an operator from sustained involuntary operation resulting in an impact with an obstruction or structure.
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