Operator platform isolation system
US7882914B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 16, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 8, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 14, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2300/084
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle for terrain travel includes a chassis, an operator platform including space for footing, a first isolation mechanism and a second isolation mechanism operably connected between the chassis and the operator platform. The isolation mechanisms are to be placed either below, above or level with the operator platform and at substantially opposite edges of the operator platform. Each isolation mechanism at least partially absorbs motion from the chassis. The isolation mechanisms may be made up of telescopic members, a biasing member or a dampening device. One of the isolation mechanisms may provide pivotal coupling of the operator platform to the chassis and at least partially absorb motion from the chassis.
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