Agricultural implement plug detection
US9485900B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 29, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01B29/06
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A plug detection system for an agricultural implement with a ground-engaging tool may include a rotational speed sensor, a ground speed sensing system, and a controller. The rotational speed sensor may be configured to detect a rotational speed of the ground-engaging tool. The ground speed sensing system may be configured to detect a ground speed of the agricultural implement. The controller may be in communication with the rotational speed sensor and the ground speed sensing system and may be configured to determine a threshold rotational speed based on the ground speed and send an alert signal when the rotational speed is below the threshold rotational speed.
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