Variable cross-section combine feeder slat
US11447341B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 20, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G2201/0202
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A combine feeder slat having a first base, a second base, and a slat body. The bases are located at respective ends of the slat, and have respective upper and lower surfaces. The slat body extends longitudinally and connects the bases. The slat body has a variable profile as viewed along the longitudinal direction, that transitions from a first profile shape at the first base, to an intermediate profile shape between the first base and the second base, to a second profile shape at the second base. The intermediate profile shape includes a front lip, a rear lip, and an upward-facing concave projection that connects the front lip to the rear lip and extends below an attachment plane defined between the first lower surface and the second lower surface. The first base, second base, and slat body are made from a unitary wrought metal part.
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