Snow removal truck broom systems and methods
US9493921B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 24, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01H5/092
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A broom assembly for a vehicle includes a frame, a broom core axle rotatably coupled to the frame and defining an axis around which a broom rotates when in use, an actuator coupled to the frame and positioned to raise and lower the broom core axle relative to the frame, and a controller. The controller has an output for adjusting the actuator and an input for receiving position information from a sensor. The controller is configured to use the received position information to automatically lower the broom core axle over a period of operation to account for an estimated wear of the broom.
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