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Wheel tractor scraper production optimization

US8229631B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 2007
Grant dateJul 24, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 26, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE02F9/26
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method for enhancing productivity for an excavating machine is disclosed. The method includes determining at least one cycle characteristic for an operating cycle of the excavating machine. The method also includes measuring payload accumulated by the machine during a loading phase of an operating cycle of the excavating machine. The method further includes controlling payload accumulated by the machine based on at least one of the at least one determined cycle characteristics.

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