Compactor having electronically controlled liquid dispensing mechanism, system, and method
US8636443B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 9, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 28, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01C19/238
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A compactor includes a rotatable compacting element, and a dispensing mechanism for dispensing a liquid onto an outer surface of the compacting element to prevent sticking of paving material. The compactor further includes an electronic control mechanism configured to activate the dispensing mechanism, and further configured to deactivate the dispensing mechanism responsive to data indicating an extent of coverage of the outer surface with the liquid is sufficient. Related systems and methodology are also disclosed.
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