Ladder systems, agricultural vehicles, and related methods
US12024126B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 20, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jul 2, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01B76/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A ladder system includes a rail, a ladder bracket supported by and configured to slide along the first rail and the second rail, a ladder coupled to the ladder bracket and configured to rotate with respect to the ladder bracket between a lowered position and a storage position, and a bumper coupled to the ladder and configured to apply a force to a bumper stop when the ladder is in the lowered position to keep the ladder bracket from sliding along the rail. An agricultural vehicle includes a chassis supported by a plurality of wheels, and a ladder system carried by the chassis. Related methods are also disclosed.
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