Control system for a load handling apparatus
US8070413B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 2, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66F17/003
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A control system for a machine which includes a load handling apparatus for moving a load relative to a body of the machine. The machine includes a pivot about which a tipping moment is produced by the load. The load handling apparatus includes an actuator capable of moving the load to a position at which the tipping moment is at a threshold value. The control system is responsive to a tipping moment sensor to control operation of the actuator to progressively reduce the speed of movement of the load as the threshold value of the tipping moment is approached.
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