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Means of adjusting ground speed of a vehicle based on load on blade assembly

US7594377B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 2006
Grant dateSep 29, 2009
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Expiry dateJan 3, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01D69/02
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An assembly having a frame supported by a plurality of ground engaging wheels. Mounted to the frame is an operator control system that is connected to a controller that is powered by an electrical source. The controller is operatively connected to a blade assembly and a ground drive assembly and adjusts the ground speed of the assembly based upon the cutting load of the blade.

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