Integrated fan and axle arrangement for an agricultural vehicle
US9750192B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 29, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 11, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60B35/163
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An integrated fan and axle arrangement for an agricultural machine having a an impeller may include a front axle assembly and a fan housing. The front axle assembly supports one or more front wheels of the agricultural vehicle. The impeller rotates within the fan housing to provide an air flow within the agricultural vehicle. A laterally extending portion of the fan housing may form part of the front axle assembly, such that the laterally extending portion of the fan housing may provide structural rigidity to the front axle assembly for the support of the one or more front wheels.
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