Dynamic tactical steering feedback
US7894957B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 28, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D11/003
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A dynamic tactical feedback system for a turf maintenance vehicle includes an input device that detects a steering angle and/or a ground speed of the turf maintenance vehicle. The input device transmits an input signal correlative to the steering angle and/or ground speed of the turf maintenance vehicle. The system also includes an output device that affects a steering resistance, a turning ratio, a speed limit, the ground speed and/or a turning angle limit of the turf maintenance vehicle. The system additionally includes a controller that receives the input signal and outputs a control signal to the output device based on the input signal so as to change the steering resistance, the turning ratio, the speed limit, the ground speed and/or the turning angle limit of the turf maintenance vehicle based on the input signal. A method of controlling the turf maintenance vehicle is also disclosed.
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