Joystick with improved control for work vehicles
US9004218B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 30, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20474
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for controlling a work vehicle is disclosed. The system may include a controller configured to control motion of the work vehicle and an electronic joystick communicatively coupled to the controller. The electronic joystick may be configured to transmit signals to the controller as it is moved between a neutral position and a full stroke position. The joystick may also be configured such that a varying joystick force is required to move the joystick between the neutral and full stroke positions. In addition, a rate of change of the joystick force may be varied as the electronic joystick is moved across a start/stop position defined between the neutral and full stroke positions.
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