Automatic tractor trailer coupling
US11834111B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 13, 2020 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 20, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/64
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for automatically coupling at least one of an air line or an electrical line of a tractor to a trailer that is configured to be pulled by the tractor. A moveable arm is mounted to the tractor and is configured to exhibit at least one degree of freedom (DOF) of motion relative to the tractor. The moveable arm carries at least one of an air line connector or an electrical connector. A trailer coupling head is mounted to the trailer and carries at least one of an air line connector or an electrical connector that are configured to be connected to the at least one of an air line connector or an electrical connector of the tractor. The trailer coupling head can be moved in at least a vertical DOF relative to the ground by the automatic coupling system.
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