Pneumatic vehicle stabilization system
US7611154B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 11, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 21, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2800/85
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electronic height control system for a vehicle chassis air suspension is modified to provide bimodal operation. In the second mode of operation the chassis air suspension system is maintain a stationary in a stable, level position to serve as a base for a mobile aerial lift unit installed on the vehicle. Operation of the suspension system in its stabilization and leveling mode is triggered by activation of a vehicle power take-off unit (“PTO”) used to position the aerial lift unit.
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