Vector steering for tracked vehicle
US11731697B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 3, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D55/205
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A technique for steering a tracked vehicle includes controllably deforming at least a portion of a vehicle's track into a curved shape, causing the vehicle to follow a curve-shaped path as it drives. As the vehicle naturally tends to follow a curved path defined by the track's curvature, steering is accomplished with greatly reduced skidding against the ground.
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