Seed metering system for use in a seeding machine
US6752095B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 10, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 22, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S111/90
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seeding machine includes at least one seed metering system and at least one seed placement system. Each seed metering system includes a seed disc having a plurality of spaced apart seed cells and a circumferential edge. An edge drive engages the circumferential edge for rotatably driving the seed disc. Each seed placement system is in communication with a corresponding seed metering system.
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