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Materials handling vehicle having a steer system including a tactile feedback device

US7849955B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 27, 2009
Grant dateDec 14, 2010
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Expiry dateJul 3, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB66F9/24
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A materials handling vehicle is provided comprising: a frame comprising an operator's compartment; wheels supported on the frame, at least one of the wheels being a steerable wheel; a steer-by-wire system and control apparatus. The steer-by-wire system is associated with the steerable wheel to effect angular movement of the steerable wheel about a first axis.

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