Crop processor roll assembly
US7322174B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 11, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S56/01
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A forage harvester is provided with a crop processor roll assembly that comprises a shaft and a removable crop processor roll having a fluted surface for cracking maize kernels. The roll has end plates, to which the shaft is connected by sleeves. The interior of the sleeve is joined to the shaft by two interference or press fits, and to the roll by a third press fit.
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