Track tension management system and method
US11685453B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 23, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D55/24
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A work machine may include an electric motor, an idler wheel, a drivable track engaged with the idler wheel, and an actuator that is electrically powered by the electric motor and configured to move the idler wheel to adjust the tension in the drivable track based on the torque output of the electric motor. The work machine also includes a controller configured to automatically control the electrical current input to the electric motor based on one or more monitored control factors associated with the work machine.
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