Folding unloading auger engagement assistors
US8033377B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 10, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01D41/1217
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An unloading auger for an agricultural harvester includes an inner auger having an outer end and a first coupler at the outer end. The first coupler includes a first engagement cog. An outer auger is pivotally attached to the outer end of the inner auger. The outer auger has an inner end and a second coupler at the inner end. The second coupler includes a second engagement cog. The first coupler or second coupler includes at least one engagement assistor configured to rotate the outer auger prior to engagement between the first engagement cog and the second engagement cog.
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