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Ride control apparatus and method

US6398227B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateOct 13, 2000
Grant dateJun 4, 2002
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Expiry dateOct 13, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60G2800/915
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for adjusting the ride of a load carrying vehicle is disclosed. The apparatus includes a sensor, a controller, and an adjustable accumulator assembly. The sensor measures a load on a load holding hydraulic circuit. The controller is operatively connected to the adjustable accumulator assembly. The controller is capable of adjusting the precharge pressure in the accumulator in response to the load measured by the sensor.

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