Ground following optimization with downforce control systems and methods
US12063877B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 28, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 23, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05D15/01
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An agricultural machine includes a main frame, an adjustable frame coupled to the main frame and, a row unit which includes a linking arm coupled to the adjustable frame, and an actuator coupled to the main frame and the adjustable frame. The agricultural machine also includes a controller configured to command the actuator to output various downforces to the row units based on signals received from one or more sensors. The one or more sensors are configured to measure one more indicators associated with an actual height of the row unit relative to ground.
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