Motor grader blade positioning system and method
US8401743B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D53/005
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A ground engaging vehicle having a tool connected to the vehicle, at least one actuator coupled to the tool and an electronic controller. The electronic controller is controllably coupled to the at least one actuator. The controller includes an operator interface. The controller is configured for issuing a plurality of commands, recording the commands, positioning the tool and replaying at least some of the commands. The issuing step includes issuing a plurality of commands to the at least one actuator using the operator interface to place the tool in a position relative to the vehicle. The recording step records the commands issued in the issuing step. The positioning step includes positioning the tool in another position different from the position. The replaying step includes replaying at least some of the commands recorded in the recording step, thereby repositioning the tool substantially in the original position.
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