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Truck detection sensor for material transfer vehicles

US11731840B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 2021
Grant dateAug 22, 2023
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Expiry dateAug 16, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE01C2301/06
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed is an example material transfer vehicle comprising a feeder having a hydraulic motor, a chain actuated by the hydraulic motor, and loading hopper configured to provide material to the chain; a sensor configured to detect a presence of a truck; and an electronic control module, wherein the electronic control module is configured to automatically increase a speed at which the chain is actuated when the sensor detects a presence of a truck.

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