Swath finder feature integrated with multipurpose display
US8145390B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01B69/008
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A GPS-based vehicle guidance system method for providing an integrated display for the operator of a vehicle and provides determining the ideal swath path based on predetermined and user inputted parameters. The method is applied to both manual and automatic modes of operation, and includes the use of an integrated display that clearly indicates whether the system is operating in chase or pull mode of operation with continuous indicators. The method also includes providing guidance to the vehicle operator at the beginning of the process and during end of row turns, to enable the vehicle to align with the predetermined swath paths.
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