Obstacle detection system for an aerial work platform
US11673784B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 23, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2042 |
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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 one of the platform floor and the safety rail. The primary sensor unit is configured to monitor an area from the platform floor or from the safety rail 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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