Convertible combine rotor
US5035675A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 16, 1990 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01F12/22
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rotor for a rotary threshing combine which is readily adjustable to provide a great variety of threshing patterns to suit the particular crops and conditions of use. The rotor drum has a plurality of mounting lugs affixed thereto in an array that includes longitudinal, circumferential, and helical rows. A variety of differently shaped threshing elements, each designed for efficient operation under particular conditions, is provided and said elements are selectively and interchangeably and releasably connectable to the mounting lugs.
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