Semi-autonomous excavation control system
US7934329B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 29, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F3/437
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An excavation control system for a machine is disclosed. The excavation control system may have a tool, at least one operator input device configured to provide manual control over movement of the tool, and a controller in communication with the at least one operator input device. The controller may be configured to receive an input related to an operator desired tool location, and determine that an operator is manually controlling movement of the tool toward the operator desired tool location. The controller may be further configured to automatically assume control over movement of the tool toward the operator desired tool location based on the determination.
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