Fluid delivery system for an agricultural implement
US9021967B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 6, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01C23/025
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An agricultural implement is provided that includes a first tool bar and a second tool bar each supporting respective ground engaging tools and fluid dispersal components. The second tool bar is pivotally coupled to the first tool bar. The agricultural implement further includes fluid conduits coupled to respective tool bars for conveying fluid to the respective fluid dispersal components. Additionally, each of the conduits has a flexible end adjacent to the other tool bar. Furthermore, the agricultural implement includes a fluid joint coupled between the first and second flexible ends and configured to provide a sealed connection between the first and second flexible ends during relative pivotal movement of the first and second tool bars in operation but to allow for uncoupling of the first and second flexible ends for servicing of the implement.
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