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Control arrangement for motor grader blade

US8291999B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 30, 2008
Grant dateOct 23, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 14, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE02F3/7681
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Mounting arrangement includes a drawbar assembly universally coupled to a longitudinally extending front frame portion of a machine proximal to a front wheel and a distance rearward from the wheel. An implement mounting bracket pivotably coupled to the assembly defines an articulation axis. First and second hydraulic actuators advance respective power links coupled to the mounting bracket to rotate the mounting bracket about the articulation axis. Respective idler links limit the movement of the actuators and power links.

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