Patent RU2018133029A3

`”ВУ“” 2018133029” АЗ Дата публикации: 06.04.2020 Форма № 18 ИЗ,ПМ-2011 Федеральная служба по интеллектуальной собственности Федеральное государственное бюджетное учреждение 5 «Федеральный институт промышленной собственности» (ФИПС) ОТЧЕТ О ПОИСКЕ 1. . ИДЕНТИФИКАЦИЯ ЗАЯВКИ Регистрационный номер Дата подачи 2018133029/10(054150) 17.02.2017 РСТД52017/018274 17.02.2017 Приоритет установлен по дате: [ ] подачи заявки [ ] поступления дополнительных материалов от к ранее поданной заявке № [ ] приоритета по первоначальной заявке № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи первоначальной заявки № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи ранее поданной заявки № [Х] подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) в государстве-участнике Парижской конвенции (31) Номер первой(ых) заявки(ок) (32) Дата подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) (33) Код страны 1. 62/366,405 25.07.2016 05 2. 62/417,144 03.11.2016 05 3. 62/322,314 14.04.2016 05 4. 62/297,535 19.02.2016 05 Название изобретения (полезной модели): [Х] - как заявлено; [ ] - уточненное (см. Примечания) СЕЛЬСКОХОЗЯЙСТВЕННЫЕ СИСТЕМЫ, СПОСОБЫ И УСТРОЙСТВА РЕГУЛИРОВКИ ГЛУБИНЫ БОРОЗДЫ Заявитель: ПРЕСИЖН ПЛЭНТИНГ ЭлЭлСи, 05 2. ЕДИНСТВО ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ [Х] соблюдено [ ] не соблюдено. Пояснения: см. Примечания 3. ФОРМУЛА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ: [Х] приняты во внимание все пункты см. п см. Примечания [ ] приняты во внимание следующие пункты: [ ] принята во внимание измененная формула изобретения (см. Примечания) 4. КЛАССИФИКАЦИЯ ОБЪЕКТА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ (ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ) (Указываются индексы МПК и индикатор текущей версии) АОТС 5/06 (2006.01) АО1В 63/20 (2006.01) 5. ОБЛАСТЬ ПОИСКА 5.1 Проверенный минимум документации РСТ (указывается индексами МПК) АОТВ 49/06, 63/00, 63/20, 71/06, АОТС 5/00, 5/06, 7/00, 7/20 5.2 Другая проверенная документация в той мере, в какой она включена в поисковые подборки: 5.3 Электронные базы данных, использованные при поиске (название базы, и если, возможно, поисковые термины): Езрасепеё Рабзеагсв 6. ДОКУМЕНТЫ, ОТНОСЯЩИЕСЯ К ПРЕДМЕТУ ПОИСКА Кате- ...

ДИСКОВАЯ БОРОНА

Полезная модель относится к сельскому хозяйству. Дисковая борона содержит раму с поперечными балками и закрепленными на ней двумя гидроцилиндрами подъема и опускания опорно-транспортных колес, сферическими дисковыми батареями, механизмом регулировки угла атаки дисков и опорно-транспортными колесами. Тяговое дышло, состоящее из поперечного бруса, на котором крепится прицепное устройство со сцепной серьгой, вращающейся вокруг своей оси на 360°, двух пластин и оси с возможностью смещения по поперечному брусу и ограничения положения на нем посредством телескопической трубы в трех положениях, соединено с рамой пальцами с возможностью регулирования по высоте и опорно-транспортными колесами посредством механизма стабилизации. Опорно-транспортные колеса установлены посередине рамы между передними и задними сферическими дисковыми батареями, расположенными V-образно относительно друг друга, на круглой раме, выполненной в виде рычажного механизма с общей осью, соединенной с двумя гидроцилиндрами подъема ...

ГИБКИЕ КРЫЛЬЕВЫЕ СЕКЦИИ ДЛЯ ПАРОВОГО КУЛЬТИВАТОРА

1. Сельскохозяйственное почвообрабатывающее орудие для использования в поле, содержащее:секцию рамы, содержащую тяговую сцепку, продолжающуюся в направлении движения; имножество крыльевых секций, каждая из которых соединена с по меньшей мере одной из указанных секций рамы и одной из указанного множества крыльевых секций, при этом указанные крыльевые секции содержат шарнирно-сочлененную часть, поворачивающуюся вокруг оси, по существу перпендикулярной указанному направлению движения.2. Сельскохозяйственное почвообрабатывающее орудие по п. 1, в котором каждая из указанного множества крыльевых секций имеет шарнирно-сочлененную часть, поворачивающуюся вокруг оси, по существу перпендикулярной указанному направлению движения, при этом каждая из указанных шарнирно-сочлененных частей поворачивается независимо.3. Сельскохозяйственное почвообрабатывающее орудие по п. 2, в котором каждая из указанных осей является по существу параллельной поверхности земли под каждой из указанных шарнирно-сочлененных частей.4. Сельскохозяйственное почвообрабатывающее орудие по п. 3, в котором указанная секция рамы дополнительно имеет по меньшей мере одну шарнирно-сочлененную часть, поворачивающуюся вокруг оси, по существу перпендикулярной указанному направлению движения.5. Сельскохозяйственное почвообрабатывающее орудие по п. 3, в котором каждая указанная крыльевая секция содержит:подъемное колесо, соединенное с указанной крыльевой секцией;и копирующее колесо, соединенное с указанной крыльевой секцией.6. Сельскохозяйственное почвообрабатывающее орудие по п. 5, в котором указанное подъемное колесо каждой крыльевой секции соединено с указ РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК A01B 35/00 (13) 2014 149 761 A (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2014149761, 09.12.2014 (71) Заявитель(и): СиЭнЭйч ИНДАСТРИАЛ АМЕРИКА ЭлЭлСи (US) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 11.12.2013 US 61/914,601 Адрес для переписки: 129090, ...

НАВЕСНОЙ ОБОРОТНЫЙ ПЛУГ

Изобретение относится к сельскому хозяйству. Навесной оборотный плуг содержит раму и крепежный элемент для прикрепления рамы к трактору. Рама несет по меньшей мере первый пахотный элемент и по меньшей мере второй пахотный элемент, которые расположены напротив друг друга. Рама прикреплена к крепежному элементу с возможностью поворота вокруг инверсионной оси, чтобы переворачивать раму. Навесной оборотный плуг дополнительно содержит колесо, которое выполнено с возможностью регулировки рабочей глубины плуга в двух противоположных рабочих положениях колеса, в которых первый пахотный элемент и второй пахотный элемент, соответственно, работают. Рычаг, с одной стороны, поддерживает колесо, а с другой стороны, соединен с опорой рамы с возможностью поворота вокруг оси качания, поперечной относительно инверсионной оси, чтобы обеспечить качание рычага между первым и вторым рабочими положениями колеса. Качание рычага во время переворачивания рамы замедляется посредством демпфера, содержащего подвижный ...

Bodenbearbeitungsgerät zur Beseitigung von Wildschäden

Die Erfindung bezieht sich auf ein Bodenbearbeitungsgerät zum Beseitigen von Wildschäden auf Wiesen, Weiden und Ackerböden, welches sich dadurch auszeichnet durch einen Geländewagen oder ähnliches Kraftfahrzeug gezogen werden kann. Das Zugfahrzeug benötigt keine Hydraulik oder einen aktiven Antrieb für die Bodenbearbeitungsgeräte, da der Trägerrahmen (10) mit einer Schneidwalze (11) zum Zerkleinern von Erdschollen, zwei Förderschnecken (8, 9) zum Verteilen der Erde und einer Stabwalze (7) zur Rückverfestigung, mit einem Zwangsaushub ausgestattet ist. An der Zugdeichsel (1) welche mit dem Trägerrahmen an einem Drehpunkt (12) verbunden ist sind zwei Seile (2) befestigt, welche bei einem Lenkeinschlag über einen Umlenkpunkt (6) an einem Hebel (3) ziehen, welcher mit der in einem Drehpunkt (5) gelagerten Achse (4) verbunden ist. Hierdurch wird der Trägerrahmen bei einem Lenkeinschlag zwangsweise hoch gehoben und die Bodenbearbeitungsgeräte haben keinen Kontakt mehr zum Boden. Durch die an der ...

Landwirtschaftlicher Werkzeugrahmen

Cultivator

Agricul tural harrow

AGRICULTURAL TOOL TOOLS

Quick depth adjustment for parallel arm openers

A parallel arm furrow opener assembly defines upper and lower front pivot axes and upper and lower rear pivot axes oriented horizontally and perpendicular to a travel direction. A furrow opener and a packer wheel are attached to a rear link of the assembly. In operation the furrow opener and the packer wheel are in fixed positions with respect to the rear link member, and a bias element is operative to exert a downward bias force on the furrow opener assembly. A front pivot line connecting the upper and lower front pivot axes is parallel to a rear pivot line connecting the upper and lower rear pivot axes, and the front and rear pivot lines are oriented at a pivot angle with respect to a vertical orientation, and the pivot angle is adjustable to vary a furrow depth of the furrow. 5, 5F ...

Ground-engaging farm implement with axle suspension to enhance field surface contact

A ground-engaging farm implement is provided. A support frame of the ground-engaging farm implement has a front end portion which is adapted for being coupled to a hitch of a power unit. At least one ground-engaging tool is mounted to the support frame. A substantial portion of the weight of the farm implement is supported by at least one support wheel. A wheel support structure having the at least one support wheel rotatably movable mounted thereto is pivotally movable mounted to the support frame such that the at least one support wheel is enabled to substantially vertically move a predetermined distance with respect to the support frame. A suspension air bag or the springs of a suspension system are interposed between the support frame and the wheel support structure for controlling the vertical movement of the at least one support wheel, enhancing ground contact of the tool and allowing for increased groundspeed of the implement.

SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS FOR MONITORING AND ADJUSTING ACTUAL SEED DEPTHS DURING A PLANTING OPERATION BASED ON SOIL MOISTURE CONTENT

In one aspect, a method is disclosed for adjusting a seed depth associated with depositing a seed within a furrow in a field during a planting operation of an agricultural implement. The method may include determining, by a computing device, a target seed depth based on a moisture content of the soil within the field; sensing, by the computing device, a seed depth parameter indicative of a seed depth of the seed relative to a ground surface of the field; comparing, by the computing device, the seed depth parameter to a target seed depth parameter that describes the target seed depth; and initiating, by the computing device, a control action configured to adjust the seed depth parameter towards the target seed depth parameter.

PULL-TYPE CROP HARVESTING MACHINE TRANSPORT SYSTEM WHERE THE MACHINE REMAINS BALANCED ON TRANSPORT WHEELS AND THE HITCH AS THE TRANSPORT SYSTEM IS DEPLOYED

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

PULL-TYPE CROP HARVESTING MACHINE TRANSPORT SYSTEM INCLUDING A SWATH PROTECTION SHIELD

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

Fahrwerk für in der Höhenlage relativ zum Boden einstellbare Arbeitsmaschinen und -geräte

Charrue

AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT HAVING AN AUXILIARY CHASSIS

TOWED AGRICULTURAL DEVICE

TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM FOR MACHINE TRAILED TYPE FOR HARVESTING AGRICULTURAL CROPS

SARCLEUSE

UNE SARCLEUSE PERMETTANT D'EFFECTUER UNE COMBINAISON D'OPERATIONS DE SARCLAGE EN SERIE COMPORTANT UN CHASSIS QUI PEUT SE FIXER A UN TRACTEUR. LES OUTILS DE SARCLAGE SONT FIXES AU CHASSIS. UN INSTRUMENT DE SARCLAGE, DE PREFERENCE UNE SARCLEUSE TOURNANTE, COMPORTE UNE FIXATION PAR ATTELAGE TROIS POINTS PAR LAQUELLE ELLE EST RELIEE A L'EXTREMITE ARRIERE DU CHASSIS. LES ROUES DE SUPPORT SONT MONTEES SUR DES BRAS SUR LE CHASSIS ET LE PIVOTEMENT DES BRAS FAIT MONTER ET DESCENDRE LA SARCLEUSE POUR ATTEINDRE LES POSITIONS DE TRANSPORT ET DE TRAVAIL. UNE BIELLETTE SITUEE ENTRE L'INSTRUMENT DE SARCLAGE ET LES BRAS EST RELIEE AU CHASSIS, FAIT QUE L'INSTRUMENT DE SARCLAGE SE DEPLACE VERS L'AVANT ET VERS LE HAUT LORSQU'ON LA MANOEUVRE AU MOYEN D'UN VERIN HYDRAULIQUE POUR PRENDRE SA POSITION DE TRANSPORT. UNE AUTRE BIELLETTE AMENE LE MOUVEMENT VERS LE HAUT DU CHASSIS LORSQUE LE VERIN SE MANOEUVRE POUR PRENDRE LA POSITION DE TRANSPORT.

VEHICLE FOR AGRICULTURAL USE COMPRISING A TILLING IMPLEMENT THAT CAN BE RAISED

The present invention proposes a vehicle (10) comprising a chassis (12), at least a rear wheel set (16) arranged on the chassis (12) and which rolls along the ground (S), a tilling implement (30) which comprises a structural supporting part (34) borne by the chassis (12) and a working part (36) which is able to occupy a lowered position for tilling the ground (S) and a raised rest position, characterized in that the supporting part (34) is attached to the chassis (12), in that the chassis (12) is mounted such that it can move vertically relative to the rear wheel set (16) between an active lower position in which the working part (36) is in its lowered tilling position and a passive upper position in which the working part (36) is in its raised position, and in that the rear wheel set (16) is a steered wheel set of the vehicle (10).

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING THE FRAME LEVELNESS OF AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT BASED ON SEEDBED FLOOR DATA

In one aspect, a system for monitoring the frame levelness of an agricultural implement may include an implement frame and first and second seedbed detection assemblies coupled to the implement frame. Each of the seedbed detection assemblies may include a seedbed tool configured to ride along a seedbed floor as the implement frame is moved across a field in a forward travel direction. Each of the seedbed detection assemblies may also include a seedbed floor sensor configured to capture data indicative of a position of the corresponding seedbed tool relative to the implement frame. Furthermore, the system may include a controller configured to monitor positions of the seedbed detection assemblies relative to the implement frame based on data received from the seedbed floor sensors of the first and second seedbed detection assemblies, respectively. 1. A system for monitoring the frame levelness of an agricultural implement , the system comprising:an implement frame; a seedbed tool configured to ride along a seedbed floor as the implement frame is moved across a field in a forward travel direction, the seedbed extending downwardly within the field from an outer seedbed surface to the seedbed floor; and', 'a seedbed floor sensor configured to capture data indicative of a position of the seedbed tool relative to the implement frame; and, 'first and second seedbed detection assemblies coupled to the implement frame, each of the first and second seedbed detection assemblies comprisinga controller communicatively coupled to the seedbed floor sensors of the first and second seedbed detection assemblies, the controller configured to monitor positions of the first and second seedbed detection assemblies relative to the implement frame based on data received from the seedbed floor sensors of the first and second seedbed detection assemblies, respectively.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is further configured to compare the monitored position of the first ...

Vehicle, more particularly agricultural machine comprising ground-engaging wheels or an implement resiliently suspended to the frame

HYDRAULIC CENTERING AND LOCKING MEANS FOR CASTER WHEEL

TRAILING LAND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FOR EARTH WORKING APPARATUS

SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS FOR MONITORING AND ADJUSTING ACTUAL SEED DEPTHS DURING A PLANTING OPERATION

In one aspect, a method is disclosed for adjusting a seed depth associated with depositing a seed within a furrow in a field during a planting operation of an agricultural implement. The method may include sensing, by a computing device, a seed depth parameter indicative of a seed depth of the seed relative to a ground surface of the field; comparing, by the computing device, the seed depth parameter to a target seed depth parameter, the target seed depth parameter describing a target seed depth; and initiating, by the computing device, a control action configured to adjust the seed depth parameter towards the target seed depth parameter.

PARALLEL LINKAGE OPENER WITH ADJUSTABLE SPRING LOADED PACKER WHEEL

An seeder includes a frame on ground wheels defining tool bars for seeding elements spaced across the frame. Each element includes a pair of parallel arms connected to the tool bar bracket forming a parallel linkage for up and down movement of a support arm connected at a rear end and carrying the packer wheel. A spring applies a downward spring force on the parallel linkage to apply a downward force on the packer wheel so that the spring force increases as the parallel arms pivot upwardly and decreases as the parallel arms pivot downwardly. A control device is arranged to raise and lower the tool bar in response to a detected value of a sensor so as to change the angle of the parallel linkage and change the spring force. A cam controlled double rack adjustment of the height of the opener allows the user to change seeding depth.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMPLEMENT CONTROL OF TRACTOR HYDRAULICS VIA ISOBUS CONNECTION

A method and apparatus for automating some of the tasks that heretofore required operator action at headland turns or similar events are provided. The present invention automates operation of lift assist wheels and/or gull wings, such as those found on a stack-fold implement, based on the position of the tractor hitch to which the implement is coupled. An operator may control the position of the implement, such as at a headland turn, by raising and lowering the tractor hitch using a remote control. The invention enables the planter to compare the tractor hitch position relative to an implement position and control operation of the implement accordingly without additional user inputs.

STEERABLE AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT WITH EQUALIZED STEERING EFFORT

An agricultural implement is provided that includes a hitch assembly configured to couple the agricultural implement to a tow vehicle, and a carrier frame pivotally coupled to the hitch assembly. The agricultural implement also includes a pair of wheel assemblies each rotatably coupled to the carrier frame by a respective pivot joint. The agricultural implement further includes an actuator assembly configured to rotate each wheel assembly about the respective pivot joint in a first direction by applying a first torque, and to rotate each wheel assembly about the respective pivot joint in a second direction, opposite the first direction, by applying a second torque. A magnitude of the first torque and a magnitude of the second torque are substantially equal.

GROUND-ENGAGING FARM IMPLEMENT WITH AXLE SUSPENSION TO ENHANCE FIELD SURFACE CONTACT

PULL-TYPE CROP HARVESTING MACHINE TRANSPORT SYSTEM ACTUATED AT A PREDETERMINED ANGLE OF THE HITCH

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

AGRICULTURAL TILLAGE IMPLEMENT WHEEL CONTROL

An agricultural tillage implement includes a main section including a hitch extending in a travel direction, a plurality of foldable wing sections coupled with the main section, a plurality of ground engaging tilling elements, a plurality of wheel assemblies and a control system. The tilling elements are coupled to the main section and wing sections. Each of the wheel assemblies include an actuator. The wheel assemblies include a first plurality of wheel assemblies associated with the main section and a second plurality of wheel assemblies associated with the plurality of wing sections. The actuators of the first plurality of wheel assemblies being independent of the actuators of the second plurality of wheel assemblies. The control system is configured to actuate the actuators to control a depth of tilling elements in each of the sections when the implement is in a field mode.

HARVESTING MACHINE WITH BRINGING IN ACTION TWO HYDRAULIC ELEMENTS MACHINE ON THE BASIS OF MOVEMENT OF ONE PART RELATIVE TO THE OTHER MACHINE

GROUND-ENGAGING FARM IMPLEMENT WITH AXLE SUSPENSION TO ENHANCE FIELD SURFACE CONTACT

TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM OF TRAILER TYPE MACHINE FOR HARVESTING AGRICULTURAL CROPS, IN WHICH TRANSPORTATION WHEEL IS MADE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF DISPLACEMENT UNDER INTERACTING WITH AGRICULTURAL CULTURE SYSTEM

TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM OF TRAILER TYPE MACHINE FOR HARVESTING AGRICULTURAL CROPS, INFORMATION IN ACTION WITH PRESET ANGLE COUPLING DEVICE

TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM OF TRAILER TYPE MACHINE FOR HARVESTING AGRICULTURAL CROPS, IN WHICH MACHINE REMAINS NEUTRALIZED WITH ON TRANSPORTATION WHEELS AND COUPLER IN DEPLOYMENT OF TRANSPORTING SYSTEM

TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM OF TRAILER TYPE MACHINE FOR HARVESTING AGRICULTURAL CROPS, CONTAINING SCREEN FOR PROTECTING ROLL

Automatic system of bringing together and wheel base of front-axle unit of the plough

Improvement brought to the plough

EQUIPMENT HAS USE AGRICULTURAL FOR the INJECTION IN the GROUND Of a FLUID UNDER PRESSURE, AND CONVEYS COMPRISING SUCH a EQUIPMENT

L'invention propose un équipement (30) comportant une partie active de travail (36) qui est apte à injecter de l'air chaud humidifié dans le sol et qui comporte une série d'injecteurs (56) qui sont reliés à une source de fluide de pression, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte une partie structurelle de support (34) apte à être portée par un véhicule, et en ce que la partie active de travail est un tambour (36) qui est monté à rotation par rapport à la partie structurelle de support (34), autour d'un axe transversal de rotation (AT) sensiblement horizontal et orthogonal à la direction longitudinale de déplacement du véhicule (10), et qui porte une série d'injecteurs (56) qui s'étendent depuis la périphérie du tambour (36), en éloignement de l'axe de rotation (AT).

Improvements with the vineyard ploughs

Pull-type disk mowing machine transport system

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

Pull-type disk mowing machine transport system

A pull-type rotary mower comprises a frame with a transverse main beam mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a central hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached to the main beam the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes front and rear transport ground wheel which act to support the machine on the wheels. A shield assembly, which in the field position extends rearwardly behind the frame to engage the crop emerging from a conditioner within a center discharge opening, includes at least a portion which is moved to a retracted position at the frame to allow the rear transport wheel to move to the transport position.

IMPLEMENT CONVERTIBLE BETWEEN USE CONFIGURATION AND TRANSPORT CONFIGURATION

The present forwardly-folding implement includes a telescoping tongue assembly, a main frame, a folding frame assembly, a rear frame assembly, left and right wing frame assemblies, and a readily replaceable toolbar assembly. The folding frame assembly is pivotally attached to the tongue assembly and to the left and right wing frame assemblies. The wing frame assemblies pivot vertically and horizontally from the rear frame assembly and optionally include powered wheel mechanisms or assist assemblies, which hydraulically pivot components of the instant implement between transport and operational configurations. When the present implement is being configured for transport, the tongue assembly is extended as the folding frame assembly and left and right wing frame assemblies are folded generally transversely to the rear frame assembly. Then, the wheel mechanisms are pivoted upwardly so that outboard portions of the wing frame assemblies are totally supported by the folding frame assembly. 1. An implement towable by a prime mover and having a transport position and an operational position , the implement comprising: a tongue extending forwardly and rearwardly for attaching to the prime mover; a main frame attached to the tongue; a transport assembly comprising a pair of ground engaging tracks , the transport assembly positioned under and supporting the main frame; a folding frame pivotally attached forwardly on the main tongue , the folding frame comprising a pair of links; a rear frame positioned rearwardly of and spaced from the main frame and extending leftward and rightward , the rear frame pivotally attached to the main frame and movable upwardly and downwardly with respect to the main frame between a lowered position and a raised position; and a left wing frame assembly and a right wing frame assembly , the left and right wing frame assemblies each hinged to opposite ends of the rear frame about a vertical axis and also about a horizontal axis , each of the pair of ...

AGRICULTURAL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING A POSITION OF A GAUGE WHEEL OF A ROW UNIT FOR A SEED-PLANTING IMPLEMENT

A row unit for a seed-planting implement includes a frame and a disk opener supported relative to the frame and configured to form a furrow within a field. The row unit further includes a gauge wheel arm supported relative to the frame, and a gauge wheel coupled to the gauge wheel arm. Additionally, the row unit includes a sensor assembly having a rotational sensor, a first sensor arm, and a second sensor arm. A proximal end of the first sensor arm is coupled to the rotational sensor, a proximal end of the second sensor arm is coupled to a distal end of the first sensor arm, and a distal end of the second sensor arm is coupled to the gauge wheel arm. The rotational sensor is configured to generate data indicative of a position of the gauge wheel arm based on movement of the first sensor arm.

ПОЧВООБРАБАТЫВАЮЩЕЕ ОРУДИЕ, ПРЕДНАЗНАЧЕННОЕ ДЛЯ НАВЕШИВАНИЯ НА ТЯГАЧ

FIELD: agriculture; machine building.SUBSTANCE: invention relates to agricultural machine building, particularly to tillage tools. Ground-treatment device comprises a base frame and arranged thereon soil working tools and at least one additional ground-treatment device, including a further frame and arranged thereon soil working tools. Additional ground-treatment device via at least one hinge point in the height movable with respect to the base frame is arranged, whereby the mobility can be limited by limiting means. Chassis, comprising at least one impeller and at least one frame also via at least one hinge point in the height movable with respect to the base frame is arranged. In a lowered position, the ground cultivating tools and the additional ground-treatment device are operatively connected and in a raised position are lifted above the floor. Chassis with at least one connecting element is connected with the additional ground-treatment device. In a raised position of the ground working apparatus to the towing vehicle at least one connecting element is formed or disposed with possibility to transfer the part of the weight the additional ground-treatment device to the chassis and the other part of the weight to the base frame, and in a lowered position of the ground working apparatus to the towing vehicle – with possibility to transfer the part of the weight of the chassis on the additional ground-treatment device in the direction of the soil.EFFECT: simplification of the tractor axle load distribution unit design is ensured.12 cl, 3 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 671 148 C2 (51) МПК A01B 63/02 (2006.01) A01B 49/02 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01B 49/027 (2006.01); A01B 63/02 (2006.01) (21)(22) Заявка: 2015150119, 17.04.2014 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 29.10.2018 24.04.2013 DE 102013007038.4 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 29.05.2017 ...

СЕЛЬСКОХОЗЯЙСТВЕННЫЕ СИСТЕМЫ, СПОСОБЫ И УСТРОЙСТВА РЕГУЛИРОВКИ ГЛУБИНЫ БОРОЗДЫ

FIELD: agriculture. SUBSTANCE: group of inventions relates to agriculture. Agricultural seeding section comprises a seeding section frame, a furrow cutting disc supported by the seeding section of the seeding section to cut the furrow in the soil surface, as the seeding section frame advances in the forward direction, the depth adjustment unit. Next to said disc, a cutting wheel is arranged to cut the furrow and rotatable from said frame of the seeding section by means of a guide wheel lever such that the said replacing wheel can displace relative to the said disc for slicing the furrow. Depth adjustment unit comprises depth control element connected with possibility of rotation through axis of rotation with specified seeding section frame; gear rack arranged on seeding section frame; reduction gear connected to said depth control element. Reduction gear engages said gear to said gear to adjust the position of depth control element to control depth of furrow cut by disc to cut furrow by limiting upward displacement of said drive wheel relative to cutter of furrow. Agricultural seeding section comprises a seeding section frame configured to cut a furrow having a furrow depth, depth adjustment lever passing through said sowing section from rear part of said sowing section to front part of said sowing section along direction of movement of said sowing section. Depth adjustment lever has a screw receiver located on said depth adjustment lever on rear part of said seeding section; screw located in said screw receiver and through said rear part of said seeding section; rocker located on said depth adjustment lever in front of said seeding section and acting on levers of guide wheel to adjust depth of furrow; depth adjustment unit connected to said screw opposite said screw receiver. Depth adjustment unit comprises an electric motor which drives the reduction gear by turning the shaft connected to the above screw. EFFECT: ensuring proper depth of inoculation. 20 cl, 45 dwg ...

АВТОПРИЦЕП С УПРАВЛЯЕМЫМ ВСПОМОГАТЕЛЬНЫМ МОСТОМ

FIELD: transportation. SUBSTANCE: group of inventions relates to a device, that allows easy reverse maneuvering of the tractor, to which a trailer is attached. Trailer (1) has a frame (2) of the trailer, the main axle (3), a device (4) of fixed connectors for its connection to a towing vehicle (5), an ancillary axle (6), lifting means (M, V, 6d), and means ( 6e, 7) of orientation towards the ancillary axle (6), according to the trajectory of reverse motion of the tractor (5). Lifting means (M, V, 6d) are made to selectively move the one among the main axle (3) and the ancillary axle (6) between a first position, in which the ancillary axle (6) is raised above the ground with respect to the main axle (3), and a second position, in which the ancillary axle (6) is lowered towards the ground (S) below the main axle (3). EFFECT: achieved by facilitating the movement and reverse maneuvering, due to the possibility of bringing the trailer to the tractor axis trajectory ago. 14 cl, 14 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 616 119 C2 (51) МПК B62D 61/12 (2006.01) B60D 1/173 (2006.01) B62D 13/06 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ФОРМУЛА (21)(22) Заявка: ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ 2014140741, 08.03.2013 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 08.03.2013 (72) Автор(ы): СЕГАР Жан-Батист (FR) (73) Патентообладатель(и): СЕГАР Жан-Батист (FR) Дата регистрации: (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: US 4383698 A, 17.05.1983. US Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 2433269 A, 23.12.1947. US 2662781 A, 15.12.1953. US 2717787 A, 13.09.1955. 09.03.2012 FR 12 52169 (45) Опубликовано: 12.04.2017 Бюл. № 11 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 09.10.2014 (86) Заявка PCT: IB 2013/051864 (08.03.2013) (87) Публикация заявки PCT: 2 6 1 6 1 1 9 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 27.04.2016 Бюл. № 12 R U 12.04.2017 2 6 1 6 1 1 9 R U Адрес для переписки: 129090, Москва, ул. Б. Спасская, 25 ...

ОРУДИЕ С УМЕНЬШЕННЫМ ОБМЕНОМ ГИДРАВЛИЧЕСКОГО МАСЛА

FIELD: agriculture. SUBSTANCE: frame has seven sections in the position for use in the field and nine sections in the folded position. The frame construction allows the frame having the width more than 27 m to be folded into the transport position having the width of less than eight meters and the height of less than six metres. The hydraulic system is used to carry the weight to the main or central frame section during folding and unfolding in order to increase the frame stability. The hydraulic system uses one or more accumulators to minimize the amount of oil reduction in the tractor tank, caused by the extension of the hydraulic cylinders of the tool. The time periods of the tool raising and lowering cycle are minimized due to providing the second auxiliary cylinder for lifting the main section of the frame when the weight of the entire tool is on the main section and for enabling the use of a smaller cylinder for lifting the main frame section in the position for use in the field and shortening the time periods of the tool raising and lowering cycle for turns in the field. EFFECT: increasing the frame stability during the folding process and reducing the load on the inner wheel assemblies. 6 cl, 17 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 628 517 C2 (51) МПК A01B 73/04 (2006.01) A01B 63/12 (2006.01) A01B 63/22 (2006.01) F15B 1/02 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (21)(22) Заявка: 2013137827, 13.08.2013 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 13.08.2013 (72) Автор(ы): МАРО Рэндалл А. (US), БАРФЕЛЗ Аарон Л. (US) (73) Патентообладатель(и): ДИР ЭНД КОМПАНИ (US) Дата регистрации: (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 2444885 C2, 20.03.2012. RU Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 2125356 C1, 27.01.1999. US 7434391 B2, 14.10.2008. 28.08.2012 US 13/596,249 (45) Опубликовано: 17.08.2017 Бюл. № 23 2 6 2 8 5 1 7 (54) ОРУДИЕ С УМЕНЬШЕННЫМ ОБМЕНОМ ГИДРАВЛИЧЕСКОГО МАСЛА ...

УЗЕЛ ЛИНЕЙНОГО СДВОЕННОГО МОСТА

FIELD: agriculture; machine building. SUBSTANCE: unit of linear double bridge for towed agricultural working equipment comprises lever of double wheels, pair of connecting wheel units, pair of supports and pair of wheels. Each of wheel assemblies comprises hub and axle. Each of pair of supports is connected to corresponding one wheel assembly from their pair. Each of pair of wheels is connected to corresponding one wheel unit from their pair. At the same time the wheels of the pair are separated by the above lever and are located in the same position in the longitudinal direction. Pair of supports is installed on the lever by means of lower and upper pairs of parallel links of the same length. Each pair of parallel links is located longitudinally in front and rear relative to said lever of dual wheels. EFFECT: invention will allow to reduce weight on working equipment and uniform distribution of load in reduced space. 10 cl, 7 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 733 498 C1 (51) МПК A01B 63/16 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01B 63/16 (2020.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019121645, 25.10.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: (73) Патентообладатель(и): АГКО КОРПОРЕЙШН (US) 02.10.2020 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: US 2011/079405 A1, 07.04.2011. US 2016/135354 A1, 19.05.2016. US 2007/201780 A1, 30.08.2007. RU 2541392 C2, 10.02.2015. WO 2012092004 A1, 05.07.2012. 15.12.2016 US 62/434,651 (45) Опубликовано: 02.10.2020 Бюл. № 28 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 15.07.2019 (86) Заявка PCT: 2 7 3 3 4 9 8 R U (87) Публикация заявки PCT: WO 2018/109543 (21.06.2018) C 1 C 1 IB 2017/001293 (25.10.2017) 2 7 3 3 4 9 8 Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: R U 25.10.2017 (72) Автор(ы): ФЭНШИР, Бенжамин, Энсон (US), ДЁРКСЕН, Росс (US), ГРОЛМЕС, Дуглас, Дж. (US) Адрес для переписки: 101000, Москва, ул. Мясницкая, ...

СЕЛЬСКОХОЗЯЙСТВЕННЫЕ СИСТЕМЫ, СПОСОБЫ И УСТРОЙСТВА РЕГУЛИРОВКИ ГЛУБИНЫ БОРОЗДЫ

РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2020 118 122 A (51) МПК A01C 5/06 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2020118122, 17.02.2017 (71) Заявитель(и): ПРЕСИЖН ПЛЭНТИНГ ЭлЭлСи (US) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: (72) Автор(ы): СЛОУНЕКЕР, Диллон (US), СВЭНСОН, Тодд (US), КОХ, Дэйл (US) R U (54) СЕЛЬСКОХОЗЯЙСТВЕННЫЕ СИСТЕМЫ, СПОСОБЫ И УСТРОЙСТВА РЕГУЛИРОВКИ ГЛУБИНЫ БОРОЗДЫ (57) Формула изобретения 1. Сельскохозяйственная высевающая секция, содержащая раму высевающей секции; диск для нарезания борозды, поддерживаемый с возможностью вращения указанной рамой высевающей секции для нарезания борозды в поверхности почвы, по мере того, как рама высевающей секции продвигается в направлении движения вперед; копирующее колесо, расположенное рядом с указанным диском для нарезания борозды и поддерживаемое с возможностью вращения с указанной рамы высевающей секции с помощью рычага копирующего колеса таким образом, что указанное копирующее колесо может смещаться по отношению к указанному диску для нарезания борозды; узел регулировки глубины, содержащий: элемент регулировки глубины, соединенный с возможностью поворота через ось поворота с указанной рамой высевающей секции; зубчатые колеса, функционально соединенные с указанным элементом регулировки глубины; исполнительный механизм, выполненный с возможностью приведения в действия с возможностью вращения указанных зубчатых колес, причем вращение указанных зубчатых колес вызывает перемещение указанного элемента регулировки глубины вокруг указанной оси поворота для управления глубиной борозды, нарезаемой диском Стр.: 1 A 2 0 2 0 1 1 8 1 2 2 A Адрес для переписки: 129090, Москва, ул. Б.Спасская, 25, строение 3, ООО "Юридическая фирма Городисский и Партнеры" 2 0 2 0 1 1 8 1 2 2 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 19.06.2020 Бюл. № 17 R U 25.07.2016 US 62/366,405; 03.11.2016 US 62/417,144; 14.04.2016 US 62/322,314; 19.02.2016 US 62/297,535 (62) Номер и дата ...

СЕЛЬСКОХОЗЯЙСТВЕННЫЕ СИСТЕМЫ, СПОСОБЫ И УСТРОЙСТВА РЕГУЛИРОВКИ ГЛУБИНЫ БОРОЗДЫ

ПОЧВООБРАБАТЫВАЮЩЕЕ ОРУДИЕ, ПРЕДНАЗНАЧЕННОЕ ДЛЯ НАВЕШИВАНИЯ НА ТЯГАЧ

Schwer-Striegel für Bodenbearbeitungsgeräte

Schwer-Striegel für Bodenbearbeitungsgeräte zur Stoppel- und Saatbereitung oder zur Grünlandpflege mit einem Grundrahmen, an dem mittels Klappgelenken beidseitig angelenkte Seitenrahmen (11, 11') und daran angeordneten Zinkenscharen befestigt sind, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass an den Seitenrahmen (11, 11') zusätzlich Außenrahmen (12, 12') mit daran angeordneten Zinkenscharen beidseitig angelenkt sind, wobei die Zinkenscharen am Grundrahmen (10), am Seitenrahmen (11, 11') und am Außenrahmen (12, 12') jeweils separat höhenverstellbar sind, um eine Eingriffshöhe der Zinken (25) im Boden variieren zu können und dass in einer Zinkenschar am Grundrahmen (10), am Seitenrahmen (11, 11') und/oder am Außenrahmen (12, 12') ein Teil der Zinken, vorzugsweise jede zweite Zinkenreihe wahlweise derart schwenkbar ist, dass diese Zinkenreihe oberhalb des Bodens liegt.

Agricultural machine comprises at least one spring attached to the machine frame, and an additional vertically pivotable link joined to the machine frame and the top end of an adjustment element

The agricultural machine (10), in particular, in the form of a mower comprises at least one spring (26) attached to the frame (12), and an additional vertically pivotable link (24) which is joined to the frame (12) and top end of the adjustment element (22), and is bringable against the bottom end of the spring (26).

Aufsatteldrehpflug

AGRICULTURAL MACHINE

Two-wheel engine plow also at the chassis stored grip arm wheel and in the height adjustable, propelled impeller.

Agricultural implement walking beam assembly

Road trailer with orientable secondary wheelset

A road trailer (1) according to the invention comprises, under a chassis (2) with fixed draw bar (4), a main wheelset (3) and a secondary wheelset (6). Retraction means (M, V, 6d) allow the wheelset (6) to be moved in such a way that the trailer (1) rests on the ground (S) selectively either via the main wheelset (3) or via the secondary wheelset (6). Orientation means allow the secondary wheelset (6) to have its direction oriented according to a reversing path followed by a towing vehicle (5) to which the trailer (1) is hitched. Orienting the secondary wheelset (6) allows the trailer (1) to be kept always along the axis of the towing vehicle (5) during reversing.

IMPLEMENT WITH VARIABLE PRESSURE GAS SPRING SUSPENSION

KNEE JOINT ASSEMBLY

A knee joint assembly for an agricultural implement or a vehicle includes a relatively short knee casting with an apertured end of rectangular cross section which is inserted in a mating steel knee tube. The apertures in the casting end align with beveled apertures in the side walls of the knee tube. Steel pins of length approximately equal to the spacing of the side walls are pressed into the casting through the beveled apertures. Groove welds then secure the steel pins to the knee tube. The casting is relatively small and does not require any welding. Inexpensive ductile iron and common steel tubes can be used for most or all of the assemblies on a machine. The apertured end of the casting includes concave walls to accommodate knee tube concavity and weld flash on the inside of the knee tube.

ROCKSHAFT LINER WITH THRUST SURFACE

A bearing block assembly includes a liner having a two piece ring of low friction material extending around the rockshaft and held in place by a bearing block. The rockshaft includes a radially projecting member interacting with the bearing block assembly to maintain the axial position of the rockshaft. The bearing liner includes a flange extending beyond the bearing block to contact the projecting member. The flange is seated in a groove at the side of the bearing block and lowers the coeffiecient of friction at the rockshaft/thrust surface interface.

TRAILING LAND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FOR EARTH WORKING APPARATUS

QUICK DEPTH ADJUSTMENT FOR PARALLEL ARM OPENERS

A parallel arm furrow opener assembly defines upper and lower front pivot axes and upper and lower rear pivot axes oriented horizontally and perpendicular to a travel direction. A furrow opener and a packer wheel are attached to a rear link of the assembly. In operation the furrow opener and the packer wheel are in fixed positions with respect to the rear link member, and a bias element is operative to exert a downward bias force on the furrow opener assembly. A front pivot line connecting the upper and lower front pivot axes is parallel to a rear pivot line connecting the upper and lower rear pivot axes, and the front and rear pivot lines are oriented at a pivot angle with respect to a vertical orientation, and the pivot angle is adjustable to vary a furrow depth of the furrow.

QUICK DEPTH ADJUSTMENT FOR PARALLEL ARM OPENERS

A parallel arm furrow opener assembly defines upper and lower front pivot axes and upper and lower rear pivot axes oriented horizontally and perpendicular to a travel direction. A furrow opener and a packer wheel are attached to a rear link of the assembly. In operation the furrow opener and the packer wheel are in fixed positions with respect to the rear link member, and a bias element is operative to exert a downward bias force on the furrow opener assembly. A front pivot line connecting the upper and lower front pivot axes is parallel to a rear pivot line connecting the upper and lower rear pivot axes, and the front and rear pivot lines are oriented at a pivot angle with respect to a vertical orientation, and the pivot angle is adjustable to vary a furrow depth of the furrow.

PIVOTABLE LIFT ASSIST ASSEMBLY FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

In one embodiment, an agricultural implement system includes a pivotable lift assembly. The pivotable lift assembly includes a first bar member and a second bar member rotatively coupled to the first bar member. The pivotable lift assembly further includes a first wheel assembly disposed on a first end of the second bar member and a second wheel assembly disposed on a second end of the second bar member. The pivotable lift assembly also includes an attachment assembly configured to attach the pivotable lift assembly to an agricultural implement, wherein the pivotable lift assembly is configured to aid in carrying a weight of the agricultural implement.

ROAD TRAILER WITH ORIENTABLE SECONDARY WHEELSET

Une remorque routière (1) selon l'invention comprend, sous un châssis (2) à timon (4) fixe d'attelage, un train de roulage principal (3), et un train de roulage secondaire (6). Des moyens d'escamotage (M, V, 6d) permettent de déplacer le train de roulage (6) de façon que la remorque (1) repose sélectivement sur le sol (S) soit par le train de roulage principal (3), soit par le train de roulage secondaire (6). Des moyens d'orientation permettent d'orienter en direction le train de roulage secondaire (6) en fonction d'une trajectoire de recul d'un véhicule tracteur (5) auquel est attelée la remorque (1). L'orientation du train de roulage secondaire (6) permet de ramener en permanence la remorque (1) dans l'axe du véhicule tracteur (5), en trajectoire de recul.

CROP MACHINE WITH OPERATION OF TWO HYDRAULIC MACHINE ELEMENTS BASED ON MOVEMENT ON ONE MACHINE PART RELATIVE TO ANOTHER

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

PARALLEL LINKAGE OPENER WITH ADJUSTABLE SPRING LOADED PACKER WHEEL

An seeder includes a frame on ground wheels defining tool bars for seeding elements spaced across the frame. Each element includes a pair of parallel arms connected to the tool bar bracket forming a parallel linkage for up and down movement of a support arm connected at a rear end and carrying the packer wheel. A spring applies a downward spring force on the parallel linkage to apply a downward force on the packer wheel so that the spring force increases as the parallel arms pivot upwardly and decreases as the parallel arms pivot downwardly. A control device is arranged to raise and lower the tool bar in response to a detected value of a sensor so as to change the angle of the parallel linkage and change the spring force. A cam controlled double rack adjustment of the height of the opener allows the user to change seeding depth.

STEERABLE AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT WITH ADAPTABLE WHEEL SPACING

An agricultural implement is provided that includes a hitch assembly configured to couple the agricultural implement to a tow vehicle. The agricultural implement also includes a carrier frame pivotally coupled to the hitch assembly by a main pivot joint such that the main pivot joint resists substantially all lateral loads between the carrier frame and the hitch assembly. The agricultural implement further includes a pair of wheel assemblies each rotatably coupled to the carrier frame by a respective knuckle pivot joint, and an actuator assembly configured to rotate each wheel assembly about the respective knuckle pivot joint while the agricultural implement is in both a working and transport position.

CONVEY HAS AGRICULTURAL USE COMPRISING EQUIPMENT OF WORK OF THE GROUND READY TO BE RAISED

PULVERISEUR LOURD A USAGE AGRICOLE

Ce pulvériseur semi-porté comprend un châssis central 1 auquel sont réunis deux châssis inférieurs porte-disques et il est muni d'un dispositif de réglage de la profondeur du travail et d'une roue de guidage 17 montée à l'arrière du châssis central par l'intermédiaire d'un dispositif de support 14 que l'on peut manîoeuvrer à partir du tracteur à l'aide d'une bielle 11 qui est accrochée au troisième point de l'attelage élévateur du tracteur. Le pulvériseur peut ainsi être relevé pour tourner vers la droite ou vers la gauche. (CF DESSIN DANS BOPI) ...

System of raising for agricultural implement semi-carried

Carrier tows for turn-about plough with the use of ploughman amput�� of leg or disabled person

DISPOSITIVO DE RODAJE PARA EQUIPOS AGRÍCOLAS, Y EQUIPO AGRÍCOLA

La presente se refiere a un dispositivo de rodaje para equipos agrícolas que está provisto de una torre fija (10) asociada a una torre móvil (20) a través de un cilindro actuador (30), la torre móvil (20) está dispuesta en el interior de la torre fija (10) y posee un movimiento longitudinal parcialmente libre con relación a la torre fija (10), la torre móvil (20) está asociada de forma basculante a un soporte de rueda (40), el soporte de rueda (40) está provisto de un par de proyecciones (41, 42), cada proyección (41, 42) está asociada a una rueda (50), permitiendo un mayor espacio libre bajo el equipo que promueve un flujo adecuado de paja.

ANORDNING VID ETT FOR MARKBEARBETNING AVSETT REDSKAP

MOTION TRANSMISSION SYSTEM ADAPTED TO A SELF-COMPENSATING ROLLING SYSTEM IN THE LONGITUDINAL DIRECTION, FOR USE IN AGRICULTURAL MACHINES AND TOOLS

A motion transmission system adapted to a self-compensating rolling system in the longitudinal direction, for use in agricultural machines and tools, essentially comprises a self-compensating, parallelogram rolling assembly (1) associated with two alternator assemblies (2) joined by ties (4) to a rocking lever assembly (3) and to the tiller assembly (5) so as to promote radial movement, interconnecting the alternator assemblies (3) that move the rolling assembly (1) and at the same time allowing the radial movement of the tiller assembly (5). In another embodiment, the rocking lever assembly (3) enables fixed motion in the chassis (6) and the simultaneous mounting of two tools (7A) (7B) coupled by means of the tandem system (8).

GROUND ENGAGING TOOL POSITIONING SYSTEM

An agricultural system includes a controller having a memory and a processor. The controller is configured to determine a steering angle of a work vehicle of the agricultural system, determine a target height of a ground engaging tool of the agricultural system based on the steering angle, and output a signal to control a height of the ground engaging tool relative to a soil surface based on the target height. 1. An agricultural system comprising: determine a steering angle of a work vehicle of the agricultural system;', 'determine a target height of a ground engaging tool of the agricultural system based on the steering angle; and', 'output a signal to control a height of the ground engaging tool relative to a soil surface based on the target height., 'a controller comprising a memory and a processor, wherein the controller is configured to2. The agricultural system of claim 1 , comprising an implement that comprises the ground engaging tool.3. The agricultural system of claim 2 , wherein the implement comprises a frame and a wheel claim 2 , wherein the wheel is movable relative to the frame claim 2 , and the signal is configured to control the wheel relative to the frame to control the height of the ground engaging tool relative to the soil surface.4. The agricultural system of claim 3 , wherein the implement comprises a hydraulic system claim 3 , an electromechanical system claim 3 , or any combination thereof claim 3 , configured to adjust the wheel relative to the frame.5. The agricultural system of claim 3 , wherein the ground engaging tool comprises a blade configured to engage soil claim 3 , and the blade is statically coupled to the frame claim 3 , such that controlling the height of the ground engaging tool adjusts a position of the blade.6. The agricultural system of claim 2 , comprising a work vehicle claim 2 , wherein the implement is attached to the work vehicle such that the work vehicle tows the implement during operation of the agricultural system.7 ...

Caster wheel assembly for an agricultural implement system

A caster wheel assembly includes a frame configured to pivotally couple to a tool bar, a sub-frame rotatably coupled to the frame, and a connecting linkage configured to control movement of the frame relative to the tool bar. The caster wheel assembly also includes a locking assembly, which includes a lock lever movably coupled to the frame, wherein the lock lever includes a locking element and a release element, a locking structure fixedly coupled to the sub-frame, and a driving element fixedly coupled to the connecting linkage. The locking element is configured to block rotation of the sub-frame relative to the frame while the locking element is engaged with the locking structure, and the driving element is configured to contact the release element as the connecting linkage moves the frame downwardly relative to the tool bar to drive the locking element to disengage the locking structure.

ROTARY WHEEL RAKING DEVICE

WHEEL POSITION CONTROL SYSTEM FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

An agricultural implement system includes a wheel position control system configured to control respective positions of an aligned wheel and an offset wheel of the agricultural implement system. The aligned wheel is configured to be substantially laterally aligned with a corresponding vehicle wheel/track, and the offset wheel is configured to be laterally offset from the corresponding vehicle wheel/track. The wheel position control system is configured to instruct lowering of the aligned wheel and the offset wheel to transition a toolbar assembly to a non-working position, the wheel position control system is configured to instruct raising of the aligned and offset wheels to transition the toolbar assembly to a working position, and the wheel position control system is configured to instruct raising of the offset wheel above the aligned wheel while the toolbar assembly is in the working position such that the offset wheel is disengaged from the soil surface. 1. An agricultural implement system , comprising:a toolbar assembly configured to support at least one row unit;a plurality of wheels configured to support the toolbar assembly above a soil surface, wherein the plurality of wheels comprises an aligned wheel and an offset wheel, a centerline of the aligned wheel is configured to be substantially laterally aligned with a centerline of a corresponding wheel or track of a tow vehicle, a centerline of the offset wheel is configured to be laterally offset from the centerline of the corresponding wheel or track of the tow vehicle, and the tow vehicle is configured to tow the agricultural implement system; anda wheel position control system configured to control movement of each wheel of the plurality of wheels relative to the toolbar assembly, wherein the wheel position control system is configured to instruct an aligned actuator and an offset actuator to lower the aligned wheel and the offset wheel, respectively, relative to the toolbar assembly to transition the ...

Pull-type crop harvesting machine transport system including a swath protection shield

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

DEVICE AT AN AGRICULTURE MACHINE WITH A CARRYING FRAMEWORK

The invention refers to a device at an agricultural machine (1) with a carrying framework (2), on which a centre section (12a) and on each side thereof folding wing sections (22, 23) are turnably assembled, whereby said centre and wing sections are provided with implements (47), such as cultivator tines or some other soil tillage tools, and at their rear edges carry wheel aggregates (15, 44), such as pack wheels, roller rings or the like, whereby control devices (20, 21) are arranged to raise and lower the wheel aggregates for adaptation of the working depth of said implement, whereby the said control devices (20, 21) are adapted to only raise or lower the wheel aggregate (15) of the centre section (12a) and that means (45, 51) are arranged on the wing sections (22, 23) to take up the movement of the centre section (12a) in the upward direction.

CASTOR WHEEL LOCK

Agricultural Implement Skew Detection and Correction

A system for correcting skewing in an agricultural implement where the implement includes a plurality of ground engaging tools laterally spaced across a width of the implement and operative to selectively engage the ground to perform a desired operation on a field surface has a skew detecting device operative to sense when the implement is travelling in a skewed orientation and send a correction signal indicating the skewed orientation to a correction mechanism. A drag force is exerted on the ground engaging tools by engagement with the ground when performing the desired operation on the field surface, and the correction mechanism is operative to change the drag forces exerted on at least some ground engaging tools on one side of the implement to correct the skewed orientation. - 2 17J - ...

ROCKSHAFT LINER WITH THRUST SURFACE

LEVELING WHEEL STRUCTURE FOR A MINIMUM TILLAGE RIPPER

A leveling wheel assembly for a deep tillage ripper tool includes a support bracket fixed to the upper end of the ripper shank and a wheel support arm pivotally connected to the aft end of the bracket. Wheel support structure rotatably mounts a pair of leveling wheels offset several feet behind the ripper point. An adjustable downpressure spring provides an effective moment arm that decreases with spring compression to provide a generally constant downpressure as the wheels move vertically with respect to the shank over a substantial range of ripper depth changes and when large obstacles are encountered. The wheel support structure includes slots for adjusting the spacing of the leveling wheels and the angle of the wheels relative to the forward direction depending on soil conditions.

STEERABLE AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT WITH ADAPTABLE WHEEL SPACING

An agricultural implement is provided that includes a hitch assembly configured to couple the agricultural implement to a tow vehicle. The agricultural implement also includes a carrier frame pivotally coupled to the hitch assembly by a main pivot joint such that the main pivot joint resists substantially all lateral loads between the carrier frame and the hitch assembly. The agricultural implement further includes a pair of wheel assemblies each rotatably coupled to the carrier frame by a respective knuckle pivot joint, and an actuator assembly configured to rotate each wheel assembly about the respective knuckle pivot joint while the agricultural implement is in both a working and transport position.

LOAD SENSOR BRACKET

A load sensing bracket for a disk opener assembly of an agricultural implement. The load sensing bracket includes a body having a cantilevered arm, the body is configured to engage with and secure to a portion of a depth setting arm of a disc opening assembly. The cantilevered arm has an upper end with an extending projection that is receivable in any one of plurality of notches of a fan shaped member thereby setting a position of the depth setting arm relative to the fan shaped member which sets a position of the gauge wheel relative to the disk. A sensor is disposed on the cantilevered arm generating a signal relating to strain in the cantilevered arm which corresponds to a down pressure on the gauge wheel.

MULTI-SENSOR TOOL HEIGHT CONTROL FOR GROUND ENGAGING TOOLS

A mobile machine includes a frame, and a set of wheels supporting the frame. The mobile machine also includes a set of ground-engaging tools mounted to the frame that are movable relative to the wheels to change a depth of engagement of the ground engaging-tools with ground over which the mobile machine travels. A first sensor senses a position of the frame relative to the ground surface over which the mobile machine is traveling. A second sensor senses a position of the frame relative to the wheels. The sensor signals from both sensors are used to control the frame height.

TRENCH DETECTION SYSTEM FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

A trench detection system for an agricultural implement includes a row unit configured to form a trench in soil, to deposit an agricultural product in the trench, and to at least partially close the trench after deposition of the agricultural product. The trench detection system also includes a tactile probe assembly behind the row unit that, in operation, contacts the soil after closure of the trench and generates a signal indicative of a quality of the closure.

AGRICULTURAL WORKING IMPLEMENT WITH AUXILIARY CHASSIS

The invention relates to an agricultural implement having an auxiliary chassis, which implement is supported by the three-point hydraulics of a towing vehicle and has an additional support wheel, on which a spring force acts, to improve the steerability of the vehicle. A dead center mechanism resiliently lifts the support wheel when the implement is in the working position.

CASTER WHEEL ASSEMBLY FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

An agricultural implement system includes a tow bar configured to couple to a hitch assembly. The agricultural implement system also includes a first wing tool bar rotatable relative to the tow bar and disposed proximate to a first side of the tow bar. The first wing tool bar has a first send proximate to the first side of the tow bar and a second end opposite the first end. Further, the agricultural implement system includes a caster wheel assembly having a caster wheel pivotally coupled to a sub-frame. The first sub-frame is pivotally coupled to the first wing tool bar proximate to the second end of the first wing tool bar, and is coupled to the first wing tool bar such that the axis of rotation of the sub-frame extends through the first wing tool bar.

PULL-TYPE CROP HARVESTING MACHINE TRANSPORT SYSTEM INCLUDING A SWATH PROTECTION SHIELD

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

IMPLEMENT WITH REDUCED HYDRAULIC OIL EXCHANGE

A folding implement frame is disclosed having seven sections when in a field use position and nine sections when folded. The frame design allows a frame having a width of greater than 27 meters to be folded into a transport position having a width of less than eight meters and a height of less than six meters. The hydraulic system is used to transfer weight to the main or center frame section during folding and unfolding to enhance frame stability. The hydraulic system uses one or more accumulators to minimize the amount of oil reduction in the tractor reservoir resulting from extension of the hydraulic cylinders of the implement. Implement raise and lower cycle times are minimized by providing a second helper cylinder to lift the frame main section when the entire implement weight is on the main section and allowing a smaller cylinder to be used for lifting the frame main section in the field use position for shorter cycle times to raise and lower the implement for turns in the field.

DEPTH CONTROL MEANS FOR A MOLDBOARD PLOW

Device of raising for plough with tractor and applicable to any agricultural implement

Methods and Apparatus for aerating Turf

Tine assemblies ( 100 a, 100 b, 104 ) are secured by a single bolt ( 126 ) extending diametrically through each tine ( 120 ) located in a cavity ( 112 ) of a tine plate ( 110 ). An outer tine assembly ( 104 ) is connected to a sleeve ( 116 ) rotatably mounted on independently rotatable shafts ( 102 ) to which inner tine assemblies ( 100 a, 100 b ) are connected. A tine cover ( 50 ) removably closes an opening ( 40 ) in the top plate ( 28 ) and in which weights ( 70 ) are removably received over the tine assemblies ( 100 a, 100 b, 104 ). Transport wheels ( 134 ) are moveable by pivoting a stop plate ( 140 ) to position an upper pivot axis ( 150 a ) of an abutment bar ( 150 ) ahead of or behind the stop axis ( 142 ) and lower pivot axis ( 150 b ). A stop ( 146 ) positioned on the stop plate ( 140 ) without the use of tools adjusts the depth of the tine assemblies ( 100 a, 100 b, 104 ).

Pivoting gauge wheel

Embodiments of the invention provide an innovative arrangement to control the height of ground engaging tools located on agricultural implements via gauge wheel assemblies, particularly for supporting and adjusting the height of winged extensions of the implement frame. The gauge wheel assemblies may provide an adjustment assembly in the form of a screw jack, which can be coupled to a support bracket that is attached to the implement frame and also coupled to a support tube that is coupled to a gauge wheel via pivot assembly and a bracket. The bracket and support tube may be coupled at discrete positions according to the height adjustment of the screw jack via pins and holes in the bracket and tube. When coupled, the pins and holes of the support bracket and tube may reduce the load of the winged extensions on the screw jack mechanism.

DEPTH CONTROL SYSTEM

A depth control system for a frame mounted to a movement system is provided. The frame is mounted such that the frame can be raised and lowered in relation to the movement system by a height adjustment mechanism. The depth control system includes a depth control arm connected to the movement system, a height adjustment mechanism, and a mechanical stop. The height adjustment mechanism is configured to engage with the depth control arm to adjust the height of the frame. The mechanical stop is configured to engage with the depth control arm to prevent the frame from moving in at least one direction with respect to the movement system and disengage from the depth control arm when the height of the frame is being adjusted. 1. A depth control system for a frame mounted to a movement system , the depth control system comprising:a depth control arm connected to the movement system;a height adjustment mechanism connected to the frame and configured to engage with the depth control arm to adjust the height of the frame; and engage with the depth control arm to prevent the frame from moving in at least one direction with respect to the movement system; and', 'disengage from the depth control arm when the height of the frame is being adjusted., 'a mechanical stop connected to the frame and configured to2. The depth control system of wherein the height adjustment mechanism is further configured to disengage from the depth control arm when the frame is in a locked position.3. The depth control system of wherein the mechanical stop comprises a locking mechanism.4. The depth control system of further comprising:a transverse member connected to the depth control arm and extending to a second depth control arm connected to the movement system.5. The depth control system of wherein the locking mechanism comprises:a locking shaft;a sleeve; anda pin to lock the position of the locking shaft to the sleeve.6. The depth control system of claim 5 , wherein the sleeve is connected to the ...

Tillage System with Interchangeable Modules

A reconfigurable farm implement for tilling soil is described. The farm implement may comprise a frame having a plurality of mounting surfaces. A plurality of interchangeable tillage modules may be releasably coupled to the mounting surfaces. The interchangeable tillage modules may be arranged in a predetermined order based on a tillage requirement.

PULL-TYPE CROP HARVESTING MACHINE TRANSPORT SYSTEM WHERE THE MACHINE REMAINS BALANCED ON TRANSPORT WHEELS AND THE HITCH AS THE TRANSPORT SYSTEM IS DEPLOYED

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel. 1. A pull-type crop engaging machine for towed movement by a tractor comprising:a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for forward movement during field operation across ground carrying a crop;a crop engaging system mounted in a transverse direction across a front of the frame so that the frame carries the crop engaging system in the forward direction generally at right angles to the transverse direction into the crop;a hitch arm extending from the frame to a forward end of the hitch arm arranged for attachment to a hitch connector of a tractor by which the frame is towed in the forward direction across the ground while running on the ground wheels;a coupling for connecting the forward end of the hitch arm to a hitch connector of the tractor;the hitch arm being movable so that in the field position the hitch arm extends from the frame generally forwardly for towing the machine in the forward direction and in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction;and a transport assembly ...

PULL-TYPE CROP HARVESTING MACHINE TRANSPORT SYSTEM WHERE A TRANSPORT WHEEL CAN MOVE UNDERNEATH THE CROP ENGAGING SYSTEM

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel. 1. A pull-type crop engaging machine for towed movement by a tractor comprising:a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for forward movement during field operation across ground carrying a crop;a crop engaging system mounted in a transverse direction across a front of the frame so that the frame carries the crop engaging system in the forward direction generally at right angles to the transverse direction into the crop;a hitch arm extending from the frame to a forward end of the hitch arm arranged for attachment to a hitch connector of a tractor by which the frame is towed in the forward direction across the ground while running on the ground wheels;a coupling for connecting the forward end of the hitch arm to a hitch connector of the tractor;and a transport assembly attached to the frame for transporting the frame and the crop engaging system carried thereon in the transverse direction towed by the tractor through the hitch arm;the hitch arm being movable so that in the field position the hitch arm extends from the frame generally forwardly for towing the machine in the forward direction ...

Pull-type crop harvesting machine transport system actuated at a predetermined angle of the hitch

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

ADJUSTABLE WIDTH ROW UNIT FOR A PLANTER

An agricultural planting apparatus includes a chassis and a row unit carried by the chassis that defines a width. The row unit includes a unit body carried by the chassis; a metering device carried by the unit body; at least one furrowing disc carried by the unit body; at least one closing disc carried by the unit body behind the furrowing disc(s); a restraining member carried by the mounting body; and a pressing wheel carried by the unit body, pivotally movable about an axis of rotation relative to the unit body, positionable behind the closing disc(s), and reversibly connectable to the restraining member. The pressing wheel has a constrained pivoting configuration when connected to the restraining member that resists pivoting and a freely pivoting configuration when disconnected from the restraining member to reduce the width of the row unit when pivoted in an upward direction about the axis of rotation. 1. An agricultural planting apparatus , comprising:a chassis; a unit body carried by said chassis;', 'a metering device carried by said unit body;', 'at least one furrowing disc carried by said unit body;', 'at least one closing disc carried by said unit body and positioned behind said at least one furrowing disc in a direction of travel;', 'a restraining member carried by said unit body; and', 'a pressing wheel carried by said unit body, pivotally movable about an axis of rotation relative to said unit body, positionable behind said at least one closing disc in the direction of travel, and reversibly connectable to said restraining member, said pressing wheel having a constrained pivoting configuration when connected to said restraining member and a freely pivoting configuration when disconnected from said restraining member, said pressing wheel resisting pivoting in said restrained pivoting configuration and being configured to reduce said width of said row unit when pivoted in an upward direction about said axis of rotation in said freely pivoting configuration ...

Caster wheel assembly for an agricultural implement

An agricultural implement system includes a tow bar configured to couple to a hitch assembly. The agricultural implement system also includes a first wing tool bar rotatable relative to the tow bar and disposed proximate to a first side of the tow bar. The first wing tool bar has a first send proximate to the first side of the tow bar and a second end opposite the first end. Further, the agricultural implement system includes a caster wheel assembly having a caster wheel pivotally coupled to a sub-frame. The first sub-frame is pivotally coupled to the first wing tool bar proximate to the second end of the first wing tool bar, and is coupled to the first wing tool bar such that the axis of rotation of the sub-frame extends through the first wing tool bar.

In-line tandem axle assembly

In one embodiment, an in-line tandem axle assembly comprising: a tandem wheel arm ( 46 ); a pair of wheel connecting assemblies ( 44 A, 44 B), each comprising a hub ( 60 A, 60 B) and a spindle ( 58 A, 58 B); a pair of mounts ( 50 A, 50 B) coupled respectively to the pair of wheel connecting assemblies; a pair of wheels ( 52 A, 52 B) coupled respectively to the pair of wheel connecting assemblies, the pair of wheels separated by the tandem wheel arm and in a same fore-and-aft position; and plural pairs of parallel links ( 48 A, 48 B) of equal length pivotably mounted to the pair of mounts and pivotably mounted to the tandem wheel arm.

TOWED AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

A towed agricultural implement includes one or more processing units each supported on a chassis, in which each chassis supports at least one processing unit on a central axis, the chassis having a left hand side wheel assembly support and a right hand side wheel assembly support, free ends of the wheel assembly supports having wheel assemblies, each wheel assembly comprising a wheel mounted on a wheel mount, the wheel mount being rotatable about an inclined axis, and the wheel being rotatable about a horizontal axis. The wheel assembly supporting structures and the wheel mounts allow limited relative movement of each wheel mount with respect to the wheel assembly supporting structures which enables greater control when the towed agricultural implement is towed about a corner. 1. A towed agricultural implement comprising:at least one processing unit supported on a central axis of a chassis, the chassis comprising a left wheel assembly support and a right wheel assembly support,wherein free ends of the left and right wheel assembly supports each have a wheel assembly, each wheel assembly comprising a wheel mount with a wheel, wherein the wheel mount is rotatable about an inclined axis and the wheel is rotatable about a horizontal axis,wherein the wheel assembly supports and the wheel mounts are configured to allow movement of the wheel mount with respect to the wheel assembly supports.2. The towed agricultural implement according to claim 1 , wherein the wheels of the wheel assemblies are prevented from being directed towards the central axis of the chassis.3. The towed agricultural implement according to claim 1 , wherein the central axis of the chassis is a longitudinal axis of the chassis.4. The towed agricultural implement according to claim 1 , wherein the wheel assembly supports comprise a lead portion and a trailed portion configured such that the lead portion is angled away from the trailed portion.5. The towed agricultural implement according to claim 4 , ...

Farm Implement Having A Frame Supported By A Lift Wheel Assembly And A Pair Of Gull Wings

A method and apparatus for automating some of the tasks that heretofore required operator action at headland turns or similar events are provided. The present invention automates operation of lift assist wheels and/or gull wings, such as those found on a stack-fold implement, based on the position of the tractor hitch to which the implement is coupled. An operator may control the position of the implement, such as at a headland turn, by raising and lowering the tractor hitch using a remote control. The invention enables the planter to compare the tractor hitch position relative to an implement position and control operation of the implement accordingly without additional user inputs.

TOWED AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

A towed agricultural implement comprising a central frame to which laterally extending side frames are connected for supporting a plurality of ground working tools and in which each side frame is supported above the ground by a swiveling wheel which freely pivots when moving forward but which can be locked in perpendicular alignment to the side frame when moving in reverse. 1. A towed agricultural implement comprising a central frame with a connecting device wherein side frames are arranged laterally to the central frame , which side frames can be pivoted around axes running parallel to the direction of travel and/or obliquely in space , wherein at least one guide element rolling on arable land is mounted on the central frame and/or next to the connecting device and at least one depth guide wheel rolling on arable land is mounted on each side frame , which depth guide wheels are pivotably mounted about an upright pivot axis with a swiveling holder , wherein the depth guide wheels are mounted on the swiveling holder via bearings having a second axis of rotation and the second axis of rotation of the depth guide wheels lies in the plane or adjacent to the plane of the pivot axis , and wherein the at least one guide element is mounted on the central frame with a bearing having a first axis of rotation , wherein the first axis of rotation and the second horizontal axis of rotation are axially offset relative to one another , characterized in that the depth guide wheels , which can be pivoted about an upright pivot axis , are freely pivotable during a forward travel of the implement and in that the depth guide wheels , which can be pivoted about an upright pivot axis , are brought into an at least largely parallel alignment to the at least one guide element during a reverse travel by means of a limiting element.2. The implement as recited in wherein the upright pivot axis of the depth guide wheels is aligned from rear-top to front-down and/or that the pivot axis of the ...

Agricultural Ground Opener Depth Adjustment Mechanism

Ground opener units for agricultural seeding machinery and the like utilise a gauge wheel and associated depth adjustment mechanism for regulating the penetration depth of the disk opener in use. An improved gauge wheel adjustment assembly comprises a spindle adapted to be rotatably supported in a spindle sleeve, the spindle having a shaft with a first end with a rectangular boss adapted for engagement with a depth adjustment handle of the disk opener and a second end with a tapered spline engagement formation. A gauge wheel support arm has a complementary tapered spline formation for engagement with the spindle second end.

PLANTER WITH FULL TANDEM OFFSET PIVOT

An agricultural machine includes a frame having a tongue hitch for attachment to a towing vehicle, the tongue hitch being oriented along a longitudinal axis inline with the direction of travel. The agricultural machine has running gear configured to support the frame. The running gear includes an axle mounted to the frame and a swing arm pivotably mounted to the axle defining a main pivot axis. A front spindle is mounted at the front end of the swing arm with a front tire mounted to the front spindle and a rear spindle is mounted at the rear end of the swing arm with a rear tire mounted to the rear spindle. The tires are positioned on a same side of the swing arm. The front tire has a smaller diameter than a diameter of the rear tire. 1. An agricultural machine configured to travel through a field in a direction of travel , the agricultural machine comprising:a frame having a tongue hitch for attachment to a towing vehicle, the tongue hitch being oriented along a longitudinal axis L which is generally inline with the direction of travel;at least on set of running gear configured to support the frame for movement through the field, each at least one set of running gear comprising:an axle mounted to the frame;a swing arm pivotably mounted to the axle defining a main pivot axis, the swing arm having a front end and a rear end relative the longitudinal axis with the main pivot axis in a portion located between the front end and the rear end;a front spindle mounted at the front end of the swing arm with a front tire mounted to the front spindle;a rear spindle mounted at the rear end of the swing arm with a rear tire mounted to the rear spindle;wherein the front tire and the rear tire are positioned on a same side of the swing arm with the rear tire longitudinally behind the front tire such that they are inline with each other so as to form an inline tandem running gear; andwherein the front tire has a smaller diameter than a diameter of the rear tire.2. The planter unit ...

ADJUSTABLE LIFT ASSIST FRAME FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

In one embodiment, an agricultural system includes a tool bar configured to couple to a tow vehicle. The tool bar is configured to support at least one row unit assembly. The agricultural system also includes a lift assist assembly coupled to the tool bar such that rotation of the tool bar relative to the lift assist assembly about a vertical axis is blocked. The lift assist assembly is configured to provide lifting support to the tool bar. The lift assist assembly comprises a frame, one or more rolling elements configured to contact a surface of a field, and one or more telescoping members configured to adjust a configuration of the lift assist assembly along at least one of a lateral axis, a longitudinal axis, and the vertical axis. 1. An agricultural system , comprising:a tool bar configured to couple to a tow vehicle, wherein the tool bar is configured to support at least one row unit assembly;a lift assist assembly coupled to the tool bar such that rotation of the tool bar relative to the lift assist assembly about a vertical axis is blocked, wherein the lift assist assembly is configured to provide lifting support to the tool bar;wherein the lift assist assembly comprises a frame, one or more rolling elements configured to contact a surface of a field, and one or more telescoping members configured to adjust a configuration of the lift assist assembly along at least one of a lateral axis, a longitudinal axis, and the vertical axis.2. The agricultural system of claim 1 , wherein:the one or more telescoping members are configured to adjust the configuration of the lift assist assembly along the lateral axis by adjusting a width of the lift assist assembly;the one or more telescoping members are configured to adjust the configuration of the lift assist assembly along the lateral axis by adjusting the position of the lift assist assembly laterally to the tool bar;the one or more telescoping members are configured to adjust the configuration of the lift assist ...

TILLAGE IMPLEMENT WITH ENHANCED FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION

A tillage implement has a main frame provided with power-actuated lift wheels at the rear of the frame and a pair of gauge wheels at the front of the frame. A linkage system connecting the rear wheels with the front wheels transmits the raising and lowering motion of the rear wheels to the front wheels so that the main frame remains level as it is raised and lowered by all of the wheels in unison. However, a coupling that uses an equalizing rocker bar between front and rear linkages of the linkage system permits either of the front wheels to be raised or lowered in a non-corresponding manner relative to the other front wheel as differences in terrain contour are experienced between the two front wheels. During such non-corresponding shifting of the front wheels relative to one another, movement of the two front wheels is in equal amounts but opposite directions to maintain both front wheels engaging the ground at all times and equally sharing the load. 1. A tillage implement comprising:a substantially rigid main frame;a floating hitch coupled to and extending forwardly from a front portion of said main frame with respect to a direction of travel of the main frame;left and right front wheels positioned on opposite sides of an imaginary centerline of said main frame;left and right rear wheels positioned on opposite sides of said imaginary centerline of said main frame;a rear wheel support system coupling said left and right rear wheels to said frame; anda front wheel support system coupling said left and right front wheels to said main frame,wherein said front wheel support system is configured to allow non-corresponding shifting of said right and left front wheels relative to said main frame.2. A tillage implement as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein said implement comprises a mechanical linkage system coupling said front and rear wheel support systems in a manner such that shifting of said rear wheels relative to said main frame causes shifting of said front wheels ...

AUTOMATED IMPLEMENT LEVEL SENSING CONTROL SYSTEM OF A WORK MACHINE AND METHOD THEREOF

A method of controlling tilt of an agricultural implement being towed by a tow vehicle along a field includes providing a controller, a first sensor, a second sensor, and an actuator coupled to the implement. The method includes detecting a baseline level of the tow vehicle with the first sensor at a first location in the field, wherein the implement is located at a second location in the field spaced rearward of the first location. The controller determines when the implement will be at the first location in the field, and an implement level of the implement is measured with the second sensor once the implement is at the first location. The implement level is compared to the baseline level with the controller. The controller determines if the difference between the implement level and baseline level is within a tolerance range, and further controls the actuator as needed. 1. A method of controlling tilt of an agricultural implement being towed by a tow vehicle along a field , comprising:providing a controller, a first sensor, a second sensor, and an actuator coupled to the implement;detecting a baseline level of the tow vehicle with the first sensor at a first location in the field, wherein the implement is located at a second location in the field spaced rearward of the first location;determining when the implement will be at the first location in the field;measuring an implement level of the implement with the second sensor once the implement is at the first location;comparing the implement level to the baseline level with the controller;determining if the difference between the implement level and baseline level is within a tolerance range; andcontrolling the actuator to adjust the implement if the implement level is not within the tolerance range.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising not controlling the actuator if the implement level is within the tolerance range.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising controlling the actuator to adjust the ...

IMPLEMENT OFFSET ARM

An offset arm for a tractor is provided. The offset arm includes a front hitch, a rear hitch, and a rigid connecting structure coupling the front hitch to the rear hitch. The offset arm also includes a front pivot point pivotally connecting the connecting structure to the front hitch about a vertical pivot axis and a rear pivot point pivotally connecting the connecting structure to the rear hitch about a vertical pivot axis. The offset arm also includes a rear pivot lock that selectively locks the rear pivot point to lock the orientation of the rear hitch relative to the connecting structure. The rear pivot lock can selectively lock the rear hitch in any of multiple orientations. 1. An implement for a tractor comprising:a front hitch for connecting to a hitch on a tractor, the front hitch including an orientation lock to lock the orientation of the front hitch to the orientation of the hitch on the tractor;a rear hitch for connecting to a hitch of a second implement, the rear hitch including an orientation lock to lock the orientation of the rear hitch to the orientation of the hitch of the second implement;a rigid connecting structure coupling the front hitch to the rear hitch;a front pivot point pivotally connecting the connecting structure to the front hitch about a vertical pivot axis;a rear pivot point pivotally connecting the connecting structure to the rear hitch about a vertical pivot axis; anda rear pivot lock that selectively locks the rear pivot point to lock the orientation of the rear hitch relative to the connecting structure, wherein the rear pivot lock selectively locks the rear hitch in any of multiple orientations.2. The implement of claim 1 , comprising:an actuator configured to be communicatively coupled to the tractor, such that an operator of the tractor can control the rear pivot lock to lock and unlock the rear pivot point on demand during operation of the tractor.3. The implement of claim 2 , wherein the orientation lock of the front hitch ...

AGRICULTURAL MACHINE HAVING TIRES OF DIFFERENT DIAMETERS, AND RELATED METHODS

An agricultural machine includes a frame having a tongue hitch for attachment to a towing vehicle, the tongue hitch being oriented along a longitudinal axis inline with the direction of travel. The agricultural machine has an axle mounted to the frame and an arm mounted to the axle. A front spindle is mounted at the front end of the arm with a front tire mounted to the front spindle and a rear spindle is mounted at the rear end of the arm with a rear tire mounted to the rear spindle. The tires are positioned on a same side of the swing arm. The front tire has a different diameter than a diameter of the rear tire. 1. An agricultural machine comprising:a frame defining a longitudinal axis and having a tongue hitch configured for attachment to a towing vehicle;an axle mounted to the frame;an arm having a front end and a rear end relative the longitudinal axis of the frame and a first side generally parallel the longitudinal axis, wherein the arm is mounted to the axle between the front end and the rear end;a front spindle mounted to the first side of the front end of the arm;a rear spindle mounted to the first side of the rear end of the arm;a front tire having a first diameter mounted to the front spindle; anda rear tire having a second diameter mounted to the rear spindle, wherein the second diameter is different from the first diameter.2. The agricultural machine of claim 1 , wherein the agricultural machine comprises a planter.3. The agricultural machine of claim 1 , further comprising a bearing claim 1 , wherein the arm is mounted to the axle with the bearing such that the arm can pivot about the axle.4. The agricultural machine of claim 1 , wherein the arm is configured such that a longitudinal distance A between the axle and the front spindle is greater than a longitudinal distance B between the axle and the rear spindle.5. The agricultural machine of claim 4 , wherein the longitudinal distance A between the axle and the front spindle is between 125% and 175% of ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING THE LEVELNESS OF A MULTI-WING AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

A system for monitoring the levelness of a multi-wing agricultural implement may include a central frame section, a wing section pivotably coupled to the central frame section and a field contour sensor configured to generate data indicative of a contour of an aft portion of the field located rearward of the implement relative to a direction of travel of the implement. The system may further include a controller communicatively coupled to the field contour sensor. The controller may be configured to monitor the data received from the field contour sensor and assess a levelness of the implement based at least in part on the contour of the aft portion of the field. 1. A system for monitoring the levelness of a multi-wing agricultural implement , the system comprising:a central frame section;a wing section pivotably coupled to the central frame section;a field contour sensor configured to generate data indicative of a contour of an aft portion of the field located rearward of the implement relative to a direction of travel of the implement; anda controller communicatively coupled to the field contour sensor, the controller being configured to monitor the data received from the field contour sensor and assess a levelness of the implement based at least in part on the contour of the aft portion of the field.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to determine a slope of each lateral section of the contour of the aft portion of the field associated with a respective one of the central frame section or the wing section claim 1 , and compare the slopes of the respective lateral sections of the contour to a slope of a reference plane to assess the levelness of the implement claim 1 , the central frame section or the wing section being out-of-level relative to the reference plane when the slope of the respective lateral section of the contour differs from the slope of the reference plane by at least a threshold difference.3. The system of claim 1 , ...

CASTER WHEEL ASSEMBLY FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT SYSTEM

A caster wheel assembly for an agricultural implement system includes a frame configured to pivotally couple to a tool bar of the agricultural implement system via a mount, a sub-frame rotatably coupled to the frame, and at least one connecting linkage configured to control movement of the frame relative to the tool bar. The caster wheel assembly also includes a locking assembly, which includes a lock lever movably coupled to the frame, wherein the lock lever comprises a locking element and a release element, a locking structure fixedly coupled to the sub-frame, and a driving element fixedly coupled to the at least one connecting linkage. The locking element is configured to block rotation of the sub-frame relative to the frame while the locking element is engaged with the locking structure, and the driving element is configured to contact the release element as the at least one connecting linkage moves the frame downwardly relative to the tool bar to drive the locking element to disengage the locking structure. 1. A caster wheel assembly for an agricultural implement system , comprising:a frame configured to pivotally couple to a tool bar of the agricultural implement system via a mount;a sub-frame rotatably coupled to the frame;at least one connecting linkage configured to control movement of the frame relative to the tool bar; and a lock lever movably coupled to the frame, wherein the lock lever comprises a locking element and a release element;', 'a locking structure fixedly coupled to the sub-frame; and', 'a driving element fixedly coupled to the at least one connecting linkage, wherein the locking element is configured to block rotation of the sub-frame relative to the frame while the locking element is engaged with the locking structure, and the driving element is configured to contact the release element as the at least one connecting linkage moves the frame downwardly relative to the tool bar to drive the locking element to disengage the locking structure., ...

Systems and methods for an agricultural implement having pivoting stabilizer wheels

An agricultural implement includes a floating hitch and a frame pivotally coupled to the floating hitch and having a front end and a back end. The agricultural implement further includes a plurality of main lift wheels coupled to the frame adjacent to the back end by a main adjustment mechanism, a pair of front wheels coupled to the main frame section adjacent to the front end thereof, and a pair of stabilizer wheels coupled to the frame by a stabilizer adjustment mechanism. The main adjustment mechanism is configured to control a vertical distance between the frame and the plurality of main lift wheels. The pair of front wheels are coupled to the main adjustment mechanism for vertical adjustment therewith. The stabilizer adjustment mechanism is configured to control a vertical distance between the pair of stabilizer wheels and the frame and is physically isolated from the main adjustment mechanism.

AGRICULTURAL TILLAGE IMPLEMENT WHEEL CONTROL

An agricultural tillage implement includes a main section including a hitch extending in a travel direction, a plurality of foldable wing sections coupled with the main section, a plurality of ground engaging tilling elements, a plurality of wheel assemblies and a control system. The tilling elements are coupled to the main section and wing sections. Each of the wheel assemblies include an actuator. The wheel assemblies include a first plurality of wheel assemblies associated with the main section and a second plurality of wheel assemblies associated with the plurality of wing sections. The actuators of the first plurality of wheel assemblies being independent of the actuators of the second plurality of wheel assemblies. The control system is configured to actuate the actuators to control a depth of tilling elements in each of the sections when the implement is in a field mode. 1. A method of controlling profile heights of a plurality of sections of tilling assemblies of an agricultural implement , the method comprising the step of:independently actuating a plurality of actuators to control a depth of tilling elements in each of a plurality of foldable sections of the implement when the implement is in a field mode.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of actuating said actuators to effect a profile minimizing operation of said foldable sections when the implement is being put into a transport mode. This is a non-provisional application based upon U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/534,927, entitled “AGRICULTURAL TILLAGE IMPLEMENT WHEEL CONTROL”, filed Nov. 6, 2014, which is based on U.S. provisional patent application Ser. No. 61/903,529, entitled “AGRICULTURAL TILLAGE IMPLEMENT WHEEL CONTROL”, filed Nov. 13, 2013, both of which are incorporated herein by reference.1. Field of the InventionThe present invention relates to agricultural implements, and, more particularly, to agricultural tillage implements.2. Description of the Related ArtFarmers ...

MULTI-SENSOR TOOL HEIGHT CONTROL FOR GROUND ENGAGING TOOLS

A mobile machine includes a frame, and a set of wheels supporting the frame. The mobile machine also includes a set of ground-engaging tools mounted to the frame that are movable relative to the wheels to change a depth of engagement of the ground engaging-tools with ground over which the mobile machine travels. A first sensor senses a position of the frame relative to the ground surface over which the mobile machine is traveling. A second sensor senses a position of the frame relative to the wheels. The sensor signals from both sensors are used to control the frame height. 1. A mobile machine , comprising:a frame;a set of wheels supporting the frame and mounted by a wheel support that is movable relative to the frame;an actuator that drives movement of the set of wheels relative to the frame;a first sensor sensing a position of the wheel support relative to the frame and generating a first frame height sensor signal indicative of the position of the wheel support relative to the frame;main frame height detector logic that generates a frame height value indicative of a height of the frame above a ground surface over which the mobile machine is traveling based on the frame height sensor signal;a set of ground engaging tools mounted to the frame and movable relative to the wheels to change a depth of engagement of the ground engaging tools with the ground over which the mobile machine travels;a second sensor sensing a height of the frame above the surface over which the mobile machine is traveling and generates a second frame height sensor signal indicative of the sensed height of the frame above the surface;a correction value generator system that generates a frame height correction value indicative of a correction to the frame height value based on the second frame height sensor signal to obtain a corrected frame height value; anda depth control system that generates an actuator control signal to control the actuator to move the wheels based on the corrected frame ...

TOWED AGRICULTURAL MACHINE WITH PACKER UNIT AND METHOD FOR OPERATING SUCH A MACHINE

A towed agricultural machine for tillage purposes and/or for sowing seeds is disclosed. The machine comprises a running gear, tillage tools, and a packer unit, the latter being coupled to the running gear and forming a constructional and/or functional unit therewith. In a first operating position, the running gear is in an active position for road traffic and the packer tools are brought outside the engagement range with the ground. In a second operating position, the running gear, or at least parts thereof, are in an inactive position out of contact range with the ground, while the packer tools are in an active mode in engagement with the ground. 1. A towed agricultural machine for tilling and/or for sowing seeds , the machine comprising a machine frame and tillage tools arranged thereon , and further comprising a packer unit arranged subsequent to the tillage tools in the driving direction of the machine and hinged pivotally and height adjustably on the machine frame , which packer unit is assigned a running gear comprising at least two rear support wheels , which are arranged in the area of the rear end of the machine , the machine being characterized in that the packer unit , which is pivotally and height adjustably journaled on the machine frame , comprises a module with a running gear and/or rear support wheels as well as packer tools arranged thereon , which module is journaled to be pivotal in relation to the packer unit between two stop positions , wherein either the running gear or the packer tools face toward the ground and/or are in engagement or in contact with the ground in the respective stop positions , and wherein the packer unit and the module journaled thereon are each assigned separate adjustment devices , which are controllable independently from each other and which are employed for adjusting and/or pivoting the packer unit and the module arranged thereon.2. The machine as recited in wherein the packer unit claim 1 , which is hinged onto the ...

SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS FOR MONITORING AND ADJUSTING ACTUAL SEED DEPTHS DURING A PLANTING OPERATION BASED ON SOIL MOISTURE CONTENT

In one aspect, a method is disclosed for adjusting a seed depth associated with depositing a seed within a furrow in a field during a planting operation of an agricultural implement. The method may include determining, by a computing device, a target seed depth based on a moisture content of the soil within the field; sensing, by the computing device, a seed depth parameter indicative of a seed depth of the seed relative to a ground surface of the field; comparing, by the computing device, the seed depth parameter to a target seed depth parameter that describes the target seed depth; and initiating, by the computing device, a control action configured to adjust the seed depth parameter towards the target seed depth parameter. 1. A method for adjusting a seed depth associated with depositing a seed within a furrow in soil within a field during a planting operation of an agricultural implement , the method comprising:determining, by the computing device, a target seed depth based on a moisture content of the soil within the field;sensing, by a computing device, a seed depth parameter indicative of a seed depth of the seed within the furrow relative to a ground surface of the field;comparing, by the computing device, the seed depth parameter to a target seed depth parameter that describes the target seed depth; andinitiating, by the computing device, a control action configured to adjust the seed depth parameter towards the target seed depth parameter.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising actively sensing the moisture content of the soil as the implement is moved across the field.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the target seed depth based on the moisture content of the soil within the field comprises establishing a nominal target seed depth and calculating a moisture depth correction distance with respect to the nominal target seed depth based on the moisture content.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the target seed depth is proportional to a ...

SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS FOR MONITORING AND ADJUSTING ACTUAL SEED DEPTHS DURING A PLANTING OPERATION

In one aspect, a method is disclosed for adjusting a seed depth associated with depositing a seed within a furrow in a field during a planting operation of an agricultural implement. The method may include sensing, by a computing device, a seed depth parameter indicative of a seed depth of the seed relative to a ground surface of the field; comparing, by the computing device, the seed depth parameter to a target seed depth parameter, the target seed depth parameter describing a target seed depth; and initiating, by the computing device, a control action configured to adjust the seed depth parameter towards the target seed depth parameter. 1. A method for adjusting a seed depth associated with depositing a seed within a furrow in a field during a planting operation of an agricultural implement , the method comprising:sensing, by a computing device, a seed depth parameter indicative of a seed depth of the seed relative to a ground surface of the field;comparing, by the computing device, the seed depth parameter to a target seed depth parameter, the target seed depth parameter describing a target seed depth; andinitiating, by the computing device, a control action configured to adjust the seed depth parameter towards the target seed depth parameter.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein initiating the control action comprises adjusting a position of a gauge wheel of a row unit of the agricultural implement relative to a ground engaging tool of the row unit based on the comparison of the seed depth parameter with the target seed depth parameter.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein adjusting a position of the gauge wheel relative to the ground engaging tool comprises claim 2 , when the comparison of the seed depth parameter with the target seed depth parameter indicates that the seed depth is less than the target seed depth claim 2 , raising the gauge wheel relative to the ground engaging tool to increase the depth of the furrow.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the seed ...

Methods for Reducing an Overall Transport Profile of a Multi-Section Tillage Implement and Related Systems

In one aspect, a method for reducing an overall transport profile of a multi-section tillage implement is disclosed. The tillage implement may include a frame including a center frame section and at least one wing frame section. The tillage implement may include a plurality of ground-engaging tools pivotally mounted to the frame. The method may include pivoting each of the plurality of ground-engaging tools away from the ground surface from a ground-engaging position to a retracted position. The frame may be disposed at an initial height relative to the ground surface before pivoting. After pivoting, the frame may be lowered to a transport height relative to the ground surface. At least one wing frame section may be folded relative to the center frame section from an operating position to a transport position to reduce a width of the tillage implement in the widthwise direction. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. A method of reducing an overall transport profile of a multi-section tillage implement , the tillage implement including a frame , the frame including a center frame section and at least one wing frame section , the tillage implement including a plurality of ground-engaging tools pivotally mounted to the frame , the method comprising:pivoting each of the plurality of ground-engaging tools and away from the ground surface from a ground-engaging position to a retracted position to provide a transport ground clearance between the plurality of ground-engaging tools and the ground surface sufficient for transporting the implements in the retracted position without raising the frame of the implement relative to the ground surface;folding the at least one wing frame section relative to the center frame section from an operating position to a transport position to reduce a width of the tillage implement in the widthwise ...

AUXILIARY TOOL ASSEMBLY FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

An auxiliary tool assembly for an agricultural implement is configured to support a finishing tool(s) at a location at or adjacent to the aft end of the implement. The auxiliary tool assembly includes a support arm extending lengthwise between a proximal end and a distal end, with the proximal end of the support arm being pivotally coupled to a portion of the implement at or adjacent to its aft end so that the tool assembly is pivotable relative to the implement between a work position and a transport position. In addition, the finishing tool(s) is configured to be coupled to or otherwise supported relative to the ground by the support arm at a location between its proximal and distal ends. Moreover, the auxiliary tool assembly includes one or more surface-engaging wheels coupled to the distal end of the support arm. 1. An auxiliary tool assembly for use with an agricultural implement including a frame extending between a forward end and an aft end , the auxiliary tool assembly comprising:a support arm including a proximal end configured to be pivotally coupled to the frame and a distal end opposite the proximal end, the support arm configured to pivot relative to the frame to allow the auxiliary tool assembly to be moved between a work position and a transport position, the support arm including a first arm portion and a second arm portion, the first arm portion being angled relative to the second arm portion, and the first arm portion extends between the proximal end of the support arm and a bend defined in the support arm, the second arm portion extending between the bend and the distal end of the support arm;a wheel coupled to the distal end of the support arm, the wheel configured to be raised relative to the surface of the ground when the auxiliary tool assembly is at the work position; anda finishing tool coupled to the support arm at a mounting location defined between the proximal and distal ends of the support arm, the finishing tool being configured to ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY LEVELING AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

A method for automatically leveling an agricultural implement being towed by a work vehicle may generally include monitoring a vehicle inclination angle via at least one vehicle-based sensor supported on the work vehicle, monitoring an implement inclination angle via at least one implement-based sensor supported on the implement, and determining that the work vehicle has begun to travel across an inclined surface based on the vehicle inclination angle. Additionally, the method may include initially adjusting a position of a hitch of the work vehicle in a first direction to maintain the implement inclination angle within a predetermined angular inclination range as the vehicle travels across the inclined surface and adjusting the position of the hitch in a second direction opposite the first direction to maintain the implement inclination angle within the predetermined angular inclination range as at least one ground-engaging component of the implement travels across the inclined surface. 1. A method for automatically leveling an agricultural implement being towed by a work vehicle , the method comprising:monitoring, with a computing device, a vehicle inclination angle via at least one vehicle-based sensor supported on the work vehicle;monitoring, with the computing device, an implement inclination angle via at least one implement-based sensor supported on the implement;determining, with the computing device, that the work vehicle has begun to travel across an inclined surface based on the vehicle inclination angle;initially adjusting, with the computing device, a position of a hitch of the work vehicle in a first direction to maintain the implement inclination angle within a predetermined angular inclination range as the work vehicle travels across the inclined surface; andadjusting, with the computing device, the position of the hitch in a second direction opposite the first direction to maintain the implement inclination angle within the predetermined angular ...

ROTARY CUTTER WITH PARALLEL PIVOT WHEELS

An agricultural implement for use with a tractor. The agricultural implement comprises a main body, a hitch, a plurality of wheel support assemblies, and a pair of wheels coupled to each of the wheel support assemblies. Each of the wheel support assemblies includes a longitudinal support assembly extending rearward from the main body. The wheel support assemblies further include a transverse support assembly coupled to the longitudinal support assembly, with each of the wheels of the pair of wheels being disposed on opposite sides of the transverse support assembly, and with the transverse support assembly being rotatable relative to the main body, such that raising one wheel of the pair of wheels causes the corresponding lowering of another wheel of the pair of wheels. The wheel support assemblies also include a rotational damping mechanism for restricting rotation of the transverse assembly and the pair of wheels relative to the main body. 1. An agricultural implement for use with a tractor , said agricultural implement comprising:a main body;a hitch extending forward from said main body and operable to couple said implement to the tractor;a plurality of wheel support assemblies extending rearward from said main body; anda pair of wheels coupled to each of said wheel support assemblies, a longitudinal support assembly extending generally rearward from said main body; and', 'a transverse support assembly coupled to said longitudinal support assembly, wherein each of said wheels of said pair of wheels are disposed on generally opposite sides of said transverse support assembly, wherein said transverse support assembly is rotatable relative to said main body, such that a raising of one wheel of said pair of wheels causes a corresponding lowering of another wheel of said pair of wheels., 'wherein each of said wheel support assemblies includes—'}2. The agricultural implement of claim 1 , wherein said longitudinal support assembly comprises a main support component with ...

Tread Width Connections

An agricultural machine such as a high clearance sprayer is provided with a frame capable of supporting wheels at a variable tread width. The frame includes a first cross member and a second cross member, both of which have slider receivers formed in an outer edge of either side of the frame. The machine also includes a first axle slider for a first side and a second axle slider for a second side. Each axle slider includes a pair of axle slider legs configured to be telescopically inserted into and out of the respective slider receiver, as well as a main slider body extending between the pair of axle slider legs. The axle sliders are configured to support a pair of wheels on either side of the frame. Additionally, actuators are mounted within the cross members that enable the telescopic movement of the axle sliders relative to the cross members.

CASTERING WHEEL LOCKING FOR IMPLEMENT LIFT SYSTEM

A lift support system for a wheel assembly that provides variable support for the wing frame section of a tillage implement above the soil. The lift support system includes a vertically oriented tube slidably connected to the wing frame section for movement along a vertical axis. A wheel axle assembly is pivotally connected to the lower end of the tube and provides a support for the axle assembly. Wheels are journaled on the axle assemblies. A locking assembly selectively locks the wheel assembly in place when the tube is in a position for field transport and field operation with the locking mechanism being disengageable when the wing section is in a transport position to permit castoring of the wheel assemblies. 1. A tillage implement comprising:a main frame section including a pull hitch tube extending in a travel direction;at least one wing frame section pivotally connected to said mainframe section between a field position in which said wing frame is transverse to the travel direction and a transport position in which said wing frame is parallel to said travel direction;wheel assemblies for variably positioning said mainframe section above the soil and oriented to enable rolling movement in the travel direction; andat least one wheel assembly for variably positioning at least one wing frame section above the soil between a field position in which said wheel assembly is locked to permit movement only in the travel direction and a transport position in which said wheel assembly castors to support said at least one wing frame section.2. The tillage implement of claim 1 , having at least a pair of wing sections.3. The tillage implement of claim 1 , having a plurality of wheel assemblies for said at least one winged section.4. The tillage implement of claim 1 , in which the wheel assemblies have three positions claim 1 , one of which is a transport position claim 1 , the second of which is a field transport position and the third of which is a field operation ...

MOUNTING STRUCTURE FOR MOUNTING GAUGE WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO IMPLEMENT

A mounting structure for mounting a pivot arm to an implement has a cylindrical member, an adjusting sleeve, and a mounting bolt extending through the cylindrical member and adjusting sleeve to fix the cylindrical member and adjusting sleeve together. The cylindrical member extends through a bore of a bearing housing for rotation within the bearing housing. The adjusting sleeve has a threaded external surface. A disc spring is positioned on the adjusting sleeve. An adjusting nut is threaded onto the threaded external surface of the adjusting sleeve. The adjusting nut can be tightened to compress the disc spring to create a lateral bearing force against the bearing housing. The bearing housing can be integral with a pivot arm for mounting a gauge wheel assembly on a planter row unit, or the bearing housing can be a fixed part for mounting a pivot arm for a closing/press wheel on a drill. 1. A row unit for an implement , comprising:a frame;a gauge wheel assembly;a pivot arm having a first end coupled to the gauge wheel assembly and a second end comprising a hub for pivotally mounting the pivot arm to the frame, said hub having a bore therethrough;a cylindrical member having an inner end and an outer end, said cylindrical member extending through the bore of said hub with the inner end of the cylindrical member adjacent to the frame and the cylindrical member being coaxial with the bore of the hub;an adjusting sleeve having an outer end, an inner end, an inner bore, and a threaded outer surface, said adjusting sleeve being positioned coaxial with said cylindrical member with the inner end of the adjusting sleeve adjacent to the outer end of the cylindrical member;a mounting bolt having a head at one end, the bolt extending through the inner bore in the adjusting sleeve with the bolt head adjacent to the outer end of the adjusting sleeve and a threaded portion of the bolt extending beyond the inner end of the adjusting sleeve for insertion into a female threaded portion ...

SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUS FOR SOIL AND SEED MONITORING

Systems, methods and apparatus are provided for monitoring soil properties including soil moisture, soil electrical conductivity and soil temperature during an agricultural input application. Embodiments include a soil reflectivity sensor and/or a soil temperature sensor mounted to a seed firmer for measuring moisture and temperature in a planting trench. A thermopile for measuring temperature via infrared radiation is described herein. In one example, the thermopile is disposed in a body and senses infrared radiation through an infrared transparent window. Aspects of any of the disclosed embodiments may be implemented in or communicate with an agricultural intelligence computer system as described herein. 1. A computer system comprising:one or more processors in data communication with one or more sensors that are coupled to an agricultural machine configured to interact with soil;one or more non-transitory computer-readable storage media storing sequences of program instructions which, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to:by electronic communication with the one or more sensors, determine measurement data relating to one or more of a temperature characteristic of the soil or a moisture characteristic of the soil or a conductivity characteristic of the soil or a reflectivity characteristic of the soil;based on the measurement data, generate a signal to cause the agricultural machine to control a position of an implement coupled to the agricultural machine to adjust a depth of a trench formed in the soil by the implement during operation of the agricultural machine.2. The system of claim 1 , the storage media further comprising instructions which when executed by the one or more processors claim 1 , cause the system to determine measurement data comprising one or more of soil moisture data or soil organic matter data or soil porosity data or soil texture data or soil type data; based on the measurement data claim 1 , ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SOIL TILLAGE AND LEVELLING

A tillage apparatus includes a wheeled frame configured with a plurality of concave blades arranged in a plurality of longitudinally extending columns and transversely extending rows. The rows are longitudinally spaced apart by a progressively increasing distance. The blades of each column are transversely tilted alternately to the left and right. The blades of each column are transversely offset from one another to create a swath of tilled ground along the width of the column. In operation, soil is thrown left and right between successive blades of a column to till the soil across the width of the column and leave a substantially level soil surface. 1. A tillage apparatus comprising:a frame configured to be moved in a longitudinal direction by a vehicle; anda plurality of tillage assemblies, each having a concave disc shaped tillage blade rotatably attached thereto, configured in a plurality of transversely adjacent columns, the tillage assemblies of the plurality of columns arranged in at least four transversely extending rows that are spaced apart along the longitudinal direction, each of the tillage assemblies being individually mounted to the frame;the concave blades of each column being transversely tilted from the longitudinal direction left or right alternately by row, wherein longitudinal spacing between a rearward adjacent pair of rows is greater than longitudinal spacing between a forward pair of rows, wherein in each column the concave blade of a rearmost row is transversely tilted less than the concave blade of a row forward of the rearmost row;the concave blades of each column being transversely offset from one another to create a swath of tilled ground, wherein two of the concave blades of each column are at opposite transverse extents of the width the column, and wherein the two concave blades are in adjacent rows and oppositely oriented with respect to one another.2. The tillage apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the concave blades are transversely ...

FLEXIBLE WING SECTIONS FOR A FIELD CULTIVATOR

An agricultural tillage implement for use in a field. The agricultural tillage implement including a frame section and a plurality of wing sections. The frame section has a pull hitch extending in a travel direction. Each of the plurality of wing sections are coupled to the frame section and/or a wing section. The wing sections each have an articulated portion pivotal about an axis substantially perpendicular to the travel direction. 1. A wing section coupleable to an agricultural tillage implement having a frame section including a pull hitch extending in a travel direction , the wing section comprising:an aft portion; andan articulated fore portion being pivotally coupled to said aft portion about an axis substantially perpendicular with the travel direction.2. The wing section of claim 1 , wherein the wing section is adjacently coupleable to another wing section of similar construct having an articulated portion pivotal about an axis substantially perpendicular with the travel direction claim 1 , each of said articulated portions being independently pivotal.3. The wing section of claim 2 , wherein each of said axes are generally parallel with a ground surface beneath each of said articulated portions.4. The wing section of claim 1 , wherein the frame section additionally has at least one articulated portion pivotal about an axis substantially perpendicular with said travel direction.5. The wing section of claim 1 , further comprising:a lift wheel coupled to said wing section; anda gauge wheel coupled to said wing section.6. The wing section of claim 5 , wherein said lift wheel is coupled to the wing section aft of said articulated portion.7. The wing section of claim 6 , wherein said gauge wheel is coupled to a fore portion of said articulated portion.8. The wing section of claim 7 , further comprising a rear auxiliary implement coupled to the wing section aft of said lift wheel. This is a non-provisional divisional application based upon and having priority from ...

Ground-engaging farm implement with axle suspension to enhance field surface contact

A ground-engaging farm implement is provided. A support frame of the farm implement has a front end portion which is adapted for being coupled to a hitch of a power unit. At least one ground-engaging tool is mounted to the support frame. A substantial portion of the weight of the farm implement is supported by at least one support wheel. A wheel support structure having the at least one support wheel rotatably movable mounted thereto is pivotally movable mounted to the support frame such that the at least one support wheel is enabled to substantially vertically move a predetermined distance with respect to the support frame. A suspension air bag or the springs of a suspension system are interposed between the support frame and the wheel support structure for controlling the vertical movement of the at least one support wheel.

Pull-Type Crop Harvesting Machine Transport System

A pull-type crop engaging machine such as a rotary mower comprises a frame mounted on transversely spaced field ground wheels for movement with a hitch arm extending to a tractor and a transport assembly attached behind the frame for moving downwardly to a transport position so that in the transport position the hitch arm extends from one end of the frame generally in the transverse direction for towing the machine in the transverse direction. The transport includes a transport ground wheel which acts to raise the frame to pass underneath the crop engaging system to support the machine on the wheel, on a second wheel behind the frame and on the hitch. The movement of the hitch and the wheel is connected and started at a position of the hitch so that the machine remains balanced. A shield behind the frame includes a portion which moves with the transport wheel.

PIVOTABLE LIFT ASSIST ASSEMBLY FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

In one embodiment, an agricultural implement system includes a pivotable lift assembly. The pivotable lift assembly includes a first bar member and a second bar member rotatively coupled to the first bar member. The pivotable lift assembly further includes a first wheel assembly disposed on a first end of the second bar member and a second wheel assembly disposed on a second end of the second bar member. The pivotable lift assembly also includes an attachment assembly configured to attach the pivotable lift assembly to an agricultural implement, wherein the pivotable lift assembly is configured to aid in carrying a weight of the agricultural implement. 1. An agricultural implement system , comprising: a first bar member;', 'a second bar member rotatively coupled to the first bar member;', 'a first wheel assembly disposed on a first end of the second bar member;', 'a second wheel assembly disposed on a second end of the second bar member,, 'a pivotable lift assembly comprising 'an attachment assembly configured to attach the pivotable lift assembly to an agricultural implement, wherein the pivotable lift assembly is configured to aid in carrying a weight of the agricultural implement.', 'wherein a first arm member carries the first wheel assembly and is rotatively coupled to the first end of the second bar member, and a second arm member carries the second wheel assembly and is rotatively coupled to the second end of the second bar member, and'}2. The agricultural implement system of claim 1 , wherein the pivotable lift assembly comprises a pivotable assembly rotatively coupling the first bar member to the second bar member claim 1 , wherein the pivotable assembly defines a single pivot point having a fore-aft axis of rotation with respect to the attachment assembly.3. The agricultural implement system of claim 2 , wherein the pivotable assembly comprises a pin assembly having a flange system disposed between the first bar member and the second bar member.4. ( ...

IMPLEMENT FRAME CONVERTIBLE BETWEEN FIELD AND TRANSPORT POSITIONS

An implement frame having a carriage frame for coupling to a towing vehicle and wheels to support the frame for movement over a ground surface. A pivot frame is rotationally mounted to the carriage frame and a lift assembly is coupled to the pivot frame via a shift assembly. A tool bar is mounted to the lift assembly. The shift assembly moves the tool bar forward as it is moved from the field use position to the transport position. The wheels are mounted to swing arms to move the wheels inward for a narrow transport position. All motion is accomplished through actuators, such as hydraulic cylinders, to automate the process making it quick and easy. 19.-. (canceled)10. An implement frame assembly comprising:a carriage frame having a tongue for coupling to a hitch of a towing vehicle and a pair of wheels for supporting the carriage frame for movement over a ground surface, the wheels being spaced laterally from one another by a track width and wherein the wheels are mounted to the carriage frame by a pair of swing arms pivotally coupled to the carriage frame to selectively vary the track width between a wider field track width and a narrower transport track width by movement of the swing arms;a pivot frame mounted to the carriage frame for rotation about an axis;a lift assembly carried by the pivot framea tool bar connected to the lift assembly for movement between a lower ground engaging position and a raised position.11. The implement frame of further comprising an actuator extending between the carriage frame and each swing arm to move the swing arms relative to the carriage frame.12. The implement frame of further comprising a strut extending between the carriage frame and each swing arm to hold the swing arms in the field track width position claim 10 , the struts being releasably coupled to the swing arms to remove the struts from the swing arms to move the swing arms to the transport track width position.13. An implement frame assembly comprising:a carriage ...

AGRICULTURAL DEVICE WITH CHAIN SEGMENTS AND RELATED METHODS

An agricultural device may include an elongate housing having first and second ends and defining a cavity between the first and second ends, and a rotating shaft extending longitudinally through the cavity of the elongate housing and coupled to the first and second ends. The agricultural device may include a mechanical gearbox coupled between the rotating shaft and a tractor, and chain segments coupled to the rotating shaft and being longitudinally spaced on the rotating shaft. The mechanical gearbox may be configured to spin the rotating shaft so that the chain segments extend and impact a ground surface. 1. An agricultural device comprising:an elongate housing having first and second ends and defining a cavity between the first and second ends;a rotating shaft extending longitudinally through the cavity of said elongate housing and coupled to said first and second ends;a mechanical gearbox coupled between said rotating shaft and a tractor; anda plurality of chain segments coupled to said rotating shaft and being longitudinally spaced on said rotating shaft;said mechanical gearbox configured to spin said rotating shaft so that said plurality of chain segments extend and impact a ground surface.2. The agricultural device of wherein said plurality of chain segments is also radially spaced on said rotating shaft.3. The agricultural device of further comprising a guide wheel claim 1 , and at least one arm coupled between said guide wheel and said elongate housing; and wherein said at least one arm is configured to permit adjustment of a spacing between the ground surface and said elongate housing.4. The agricultural device of wherein said at least one arm comprises a first fixed arm and a second longitudinally adjustable arm.5. The agricultural device of wherein said mechanical gearbox is adjacent the first end of said elongate housing; and wherein said guide wheel is adjacent the second end of said elongate housing.6. The agricultural device of wherein said elongate ...

MULTI-SENSOR TOOL HEIGHT CONTROL FOR GROUND ENGAGING TOOLS

A mobile machine includes a frame, and a set of wheels supporting the frame. The mobile machine also includes a set of ground-engaging tools mounted to the frame that are movable relative to the wheels to change a depth of engagement of the ground engaging-tools with ground over which the mobile machine travels. A first sensor senses a position of the frame relative to the ground surface over which the mobile machine is traveling. A second sensor senses a position of the frame relative to the wheels. The sensor signals from both sensors are used to control the frame height. 120-. (canceled)21. A height determination system , comprising:a first sensor configured to detect a characteristic indicative of a position of a wheel, coupled to a frame of a mobile machine, relative to the frame and generate a first frame height sensor signal indicative of the position of the wheel relative to the frame;a second sensor configured to sense a height of the frame above a surface of a ground over which the mobile machine is configured to travel and generate a second frame height sensor signal indicative of the sensed height of the frame above the surface of the ground; and generate a frame height value indicative of a height of the frame above the surface of the ground based on the first frame height sensor signal;', 'generate a frame height correction value indicative of a correction to the frame height value based on the second frame height sensor signal to obtain a corrected frame height value; and', 'generate a control signal to control the mobile machine based on the corrected frame height value., 'a control system configured to22. The height determination of claim 21 , wherein the control system is further configured to:identify a depth of engagement of a ground engaging tool, coupled to the mobile machine, with the ground, based on the corrected frame height value, and to generate a depth output indicative of the depth of engagement of the ground engaging tool.23. The ...

Free-floating laterally adustable gauge wheel arm

An improved assembly for adjustably mounting a gauge wheel arm to the frame of a row unit may include a pivot pin connected on the frame, a bushing freely rotatably mounted on the pivot pin for engagement with the gauge wheel arm such that rotation of the bushing with respect to the gauge wheel arm moves the gauge wheel arm axially, and a locking element that integrates the gauge wheel arm with the bushing so that there is no relative movement therebetween as the gauge wheel arm rotates with respect to the pivot pin

SHIFTABLE WHEELS FOR AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS

A wheel assembly for an agricultural implement. The agricultural equipment includes a laterally-extending toolbar with one or more agricultural tools extending from the toolbar. The wheel assembly comprises a wheel configured to rotate along a ground surface. The wheel assembly additionally comprises a base bracket configured to be rigidly secured to the toolbar. The wheel assembly further comprises a wheel bracket adjustably engaged with the base bracket. Adjustment of the wheel bracket with respect to the base bracket causes a corresponding lateral shifting of the wheel with respect to the toolbar. 1. A wheel assembly for an agricultural implement , wherein the agricultural equipment includes a laterally-extending toolbar with one or more agricultural tools extending from the toolbar , said wheel assembly comprising:a wheel configured to rotate along a ground surface;a base bracket configured to be rigidly secured to the toolbar;a wheel bracket adjustably engaged with said base bracket, wherein adjustment of said wheel bracket with respect to said base bracket causes a corresponding lateral shifting of said wheel with respect to the toolbar.2. The wheel assembly of claim 1 , wherein said base bracket includes a frame and a laterally-extending threaded leadscrew secured to said frame.3. The wheel assembly of claim 2 , wherein said leadscrew is secured to said frame via bearings claim 2 , such that said leadscrew is configured to rotate with respect to said frame.4. The wheel assembly of claim 3 , wherein said wheel bracket includes an attachment portion with internal threads claim 3 , wherein said wheel bracket is engaged with said base bracket via engagement between said attachment portion and said leadscrew.5. The wheel assembly of claim 4 , wherein rotation of said leadscrew causes said wheel bracket to shift laterally with respect to said base bracket and to the toolbar.6. The wheel assembly of claim 1 , wherein the agricultural implement is a planter and ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING FRAME LEVELNESS OF AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

In one aspect, a system for monitoring frame levelness of an agricultural implement may include first and second sensors configured to detect first and second parameters indicative of forces exerted on first and second ground engaging tools of the implement by the ground, respectively. The system may also include a controller configured to monitor a parameter differential between the first and second parameters based on measurement signals received from the first and second sensors, with the monitored parameter differential being indicative of at least one of pitch or roll of a frame of the implement. The controller may be further configured initiate a control action associated with adjusting the pitch and/or the roll of the frame based on a magnitude of the monitored parameter differential to adjust an orientation of the frame relative to the ground. 1. A system for monitoring frame levelness of an agricultural implement , the system comprising:an implement including a frame extending in a longitudinal direction between a forward end and an aft end and in a lateral direction between a first side and a second side, the implement further including first and second ground engaging tools coupled to the frame, the first and second ground engaging tools being spaced apart from each other in at least one of the longitudinal direction or the lateral direction of the implement;a first sensor configured to detect a first parameter indicative of a force exerted on the first ground engaging tool by the ground;a second sensor configured to detect a second parameter indicative of a force exerted on the second ground engaging tool by the ground; anda controller communicatively coupled to the first and second sensors, the controller being configured to monitor a parameter differential between the first and second parameters based on measurement signals received from the first and second sensors, the monitored parameter differential being indicative of at least one of pitch or roll ...

AGRICULTURAL TRENCH DEPTH SENSING SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUS

An agricultural trench depth sensing system having a trench implement adapted to be disposed in a soil trench opened in a soil surface. In one embodiment an ultrasonic sensor detects a distance to an upper surface of said trench implement or a target disposed thereon. In another embodiment, said trench implement includes one or more fingers which rotate with respect to said trench implement to detect the soil surface relative to said trench implement. In another embodiment, said trench implement includes side sensors for detecting the sidewall of the soil trench. 1. An agricultural trench depth sensing system , comprising:a trench implement for placement in a soil trench opened in a soil surface; andan ultrasonic target attached to a top of said trench implement.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said trench depth sensing system is disposed on an agricultural implement claim 1 , the implement comprising:a frame;a trench opener for opening said soil trench in said soil surface; andwherein said trench implement is disposed in said soil trench.3. The system of claim 2 , further comprising:a first ultrasonic sensor disposed to send and receive a first signal to and from, respectively, a first side of said soil trench; anda second ultrasonic sensor disposed to send and receive a second signal to and from, respectively, a second side of said soil trench.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein said ultrasonic target is an ultrasonic receiver claim 3 , and further comprising:an ultrasonic transmitter disposed over said trench implement and sending a signal to said ultrasonic receiver.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein said ultrasonic target is an ultrasonic transmitter claim 3 , and further comprising:an ultrasonic receiver disposed over said trench implement and for receiving a signal from said ultrasonic transmitter.6. The system of claim 3 , wherein said ultrasonic target is a stepped block.7. The system of claim 3 , wherein said first ultrasonic sensor and said second ...

TRACKED AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT HAVING A CASTER WHEEL ASSEMBLY

An agricultural implement includes a main frame assembly, a track assembly coupled to the main frame assembly, and a toolbar coupled to the main frame assembly. Furthermore, the agricultural implement includes a caster wheel assembly including a linkage assembly coupled to the toolbar, an actuator, and a caster wheel. The caster wheel is pivotally coupled to the linkage assembly to enable the caster wheel to caster relative to the linkage assembly while the toolbar is in a working position and in a raised position. In addition, the actuator is configured to control a vertical position of the caster wheel relative to the toolbar. The actuator has a first end and a second end, and the second end is positioned between a bottom link and a top link of the linkage assembly. 1. An agricultural implement , comprising:a main frame assembly;a hitch assembly non-rotatably coupled to the main frame assembly and configured to rotatably couple the agricultural implement to a work vehicle;a track assembly coupled to the main frame assembly and configured to support the main frame assembly;a toolbar coupled to the main frame assembly, wherein the toolbar comprises a center section, a first wing section, and a second wing section, the first wing section is configured to rotate relative to the center section, the second wing section is configured to rotate relative to the center section, and the toolbar is configured to support a plurality of row units; anda caster wheel assembly coupled to one wing section of the first and second wing sections, wherein the caster wheel assembly comprises a linkage assembly, an actuator, and a caster wheel;wherein the linkage assembly comprises a toolbar link, a caster wheel link, a bottom link, and a top link, the toolbar link is non-rotatably coupled to the one wing section, the bottom link is pivotally coupled to the toolbar link at a first pivot joint, the bottom link is pivotally coupled to the caster wheel link at a second pivot joint, the top ...

PIVOTING IMPLEMENT FRAME

A lift and rotate style agricultural implement with forward folding wings is provided. The agricultural implement includes a center frame that may be operatively configured to be lifted and rotated approximately degrees when switching between a field configuration and a transport configuration. Furthermore, the wings may include an inner portion and an outer portion, wherein the outer portion may be operatively configured to be rotated or pivoted approximately degrees relative to the inner wing portion when switching between a field configuration and a transport configuration. The inner and outer wing portions may be connected by a hinge and the outer wing may be pivoted about the inner wing portion by a cylinder. 1. An agricultural implement comprising:a tongue comprising a first end and a second end;a center toolbar at the second end of the tongue;one or more wings pivotally coupled to the center toolbar, said one or more wings comprising a hinge configured to pivot a segment of the one or more wings relative to the center toolbar about a substantially vertical axis; anda center pivot post operatively attached to the center toolbar, said center post configured to lift the center toolbar and rotate the center toolbar about a generally vertical axis.2. The agricultural implement of claim 1 , wherein the one or more wings further comprising an inner wing section and an outer wing section coupled by said hinge claim 1 , said inner wing section configured to rotate about a substantially horizontal axis relative to the center toolbar during a planting configuration and said outer wing section configured to rotate about a substantially vertical axis relative to the inner wing section to move the implement towards a transport configuration.3. The agricultural implement of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of ground engaging tools operatively attached to the center toolbar and the one or more wings.4. The agricultural implement of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of ...

Planter Downforce And Uplift Monitoring And Control Feedback Devices, Systems And Associated Methods

The disclosed apparatus, systems and methods relate to devices, systems and methods for on-the-go monitoring and controlled feedback in a supplemental downforce application. Certain implementations provide real-time monitoring of furrow depth via contact and non-contact approaches, some of which are combined with gauge wheel feedback to calibrate and otherwise control the application of supplemental downforce to the row unit. A combination of sensor types are employed in collecting furrow depth measurements, which can be used to adjust the supplemental downforce through a control system module. A gauge wheel load sensor may be used to modify the application of supplemental downforce. 1. A row unit downforce system comprising:a. a downforce actuator in operational communication with the row unit and constructed and arranged to apply supplemental downforce to the row unit and opening disks;b. a monitoring system comprising at least one furrow depth sensor constructed and arranged to generate furrow depth values; andc. a control system module,wherein the control system module is constructed and arranged to generate actuator command signals in response to the furrow depth values.2. The row unit downforce system of claim 1 , further comprising a shoe disposed between the opening disks claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor is disposed on the shoe.3. The row unit downforce system of claim 1 , further comprising a gauge wheel load sensor in operational communication with the control system module.4. The row unit downforce system of claim 3 , further comprising a downforce control system in operational communication with the control system module and constructed and arranged to generate actuator command signals for transmission and operation of the actuator.5. The row unit downforce system of claim 4 , wherein the downforce control system comprises at least one control selected from the group consisting of a proportional-integral-derivative control claim 4 , a machine ...

SPLIT GAUGE WHEEL SCRAPER

A scraper assembly for a split gauge wheel of a planter row unit. The scraper assembly includes a scraper blade having a finger projection configured to extend downwardly into a gap between the inner and outer wheel members of the split gauge wheel. An inner scraper flange extends laterally inward from the finger projection and is disposed in proximity to a circumferential periphery of the inner wheel member. An outer scraper flange extends laterally outward from the finger projection and is disposed in proximity to a circumferential periphery of the outer wheel member. As the gauge wheel rotates, the inner and outer scraper flanges remove soil buildup on the circumferential periphery of the respective inner and outer wheel members and the finger projection removes soil buildup in the gap between the inner and outer wheel members. 1. A split gauge wheel assembly for of a planter row unit , comprising:(a) a gauge wheel arm having an arm hub at a first end and having a rotatable wheel hub at a second end, the arm hub adapted to pivotally mount to a frame member of the planter row unit; (i) an inner wheel member disposed adjacent to the rotatable wheel hub, the inner wheel member having a width and a circumferential periphery; and', '(ii) an outer wheel member having a width and a circumferential periphery, the outer wheel member spaced laterally outward from the inner wheel member, thereby defining a gap between the inner wheel member width and the outer wheel member width; and, '(b) a split gauge wheel secured to the rotatable wheel hub, the split gauge wheel including (i) a bracket member secured to the arm hub;', (A) a finger projection extending downwardly into the gap between the inner wheel member and the outer wheel member;', '(B) an inner scraper flange extending laterally inward from the finger projection, the inner scraper flange having a lower end disposed in proximity to the circumferential periphery of the inner wheel member;', '(C) an outer scraper ...

Modular Agricultural Apparatus and Methods of Using the Same

Modular agricultural apparatus for management and maintenance of cover crops and cash crops aid in side-by-side banded or zonal farming. For example, the present invention relates to apparatus for seeding crops and/or suppressing or terminating cover crops while offering option to manage cash crops. Specifically, the agricultural apparatus comprises a plurality of sections, each having a tool for either seeding crops or terminating cover crops in a band configuration. Therefore, management of cash crops and cover crops may be more easily maintained and managed. Methods of using the same to manage and maintain cash crops while seeding and/or terminating cover crops are further provided. 1. An agricultural apparatus used for managing both a cover crop and a cash crop at the same time comprises:a frame running perpendicular to a direction of travel of a tow vehicle, wherein the frame is configured to be attached to the tow vehicle when in use, the frame further comprising a main tool frame, and a set of parallel arms extending from the main tool frame, and a first assembly attached between the parallel arms, the first assembly comprising a plurality of tool connection locations;a first agricultural tool mounted to the frame at a first tool connection location, the first agricultural tool configured to manage a cover crop row in a field; anda second agricultural tool mounted to the frame at a second tool connection location, the second agricultural tool configured to manage a cash crop row in the field, wherein the cash crop row is adjacent the cover crop row.2. The agricultural apparatus of wherein the parallel arms are configured to travel vertically.3. The agricultural apparatus of further comprising a second assembly attached between the parallel arms claim 1 , the second assembly comprising additional tool connection locations.4. The agricultural apparatus of wherein the first agricultural tool comprises a V-shaped double disc opener.5. The agricultural apparatus ...

Remote Electrical Positioning Of An Implement Stabilizer Wheel

A remotely positionable stabilizer wheel arrangement for a towable agricultural implement utilizes an electronic control unit that receives an input signal indicative of a desired position of the stabilizer wheel, and/or a desired depth of penetration of tillage tools operatively attached to the front and rear of the implement frame, to automatically control an electrically powered linear actuator of the remotely positionable stabilizer wheel arrangement to position and hold the stabilizer wheel at the desired position of the stabilizer wheel.

AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT AND PROCEDURE FOR ON-THE-GO SOIL NITRATE TESTING

An agricultural implement includes a chassis and a shank or shanks carried by the chassis. The shank or shanks include an on-the-go nitrate-N sensor or sensors. Nitrate-N conditions are determined for at least first and second zones at different soil depths, either by multiple sensors carried on one or multiple shanks during a single pass of the agricultural implement, a single sensor carried first at the first depth and thereafter at the second depth during multiple passes of the agricultural implement, or a sensor moved between the first and second zones during a single pass of the agricultural implement. Rates for applying additional nitrogen can be calculated from the determined conditions, and the application rates and determined conditions can be mapped. 1. An agricultural implement for soil testing procedures , comprising:a chassis;at least one shank carried by said chassis, said shank including a shank body configured to penetrate a soil surface, and at least one on-the-go sensor operatively deployed on the shank body: anda depth control mechanism configured for deploying the at least one sensor at different selected operating depths in the soil, including at least at a first depth within a first depth zone and at a second depth within a second depth zone.2. The implement according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one on-the-go sensor includes first and second on-the-go sensors operatively deployed on a single shank body.3. The implement according to claim 2 , wherein said first and second on-the-go sensors are nitrate-N sensors.4. The implement according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one shank includes first and second shanks having first and second shank bodies claim 1 , respectively; and said at least one on-the-go sensor includes first and second on-the-go sensors operatively deployed on said first and second shanks claim 1 , respectively and deployed at said first and second depths claim 1 , respectively.5. The implement according to claim 4 , ...

Agricultural implement with turnbuckle latching mechanism

An agricultural implement includes a chassis; a linkage carried by the chassis; a turnbuckle connected to the linkage and having a frame which includes a threaded hole formed therein and a non-circular region; and a latch pivotable about a fulcrum carried above the frame. The latch has a notch formed therein which is shaped to prevent substantial rotation of the frame when engaged with the non-circular region of the frame.

AUXILIARY TOOL ASSEMBLY FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

In one aspect, an auxiliary tool assembly for an agricultural implement may be configured to support a finishing tool(s) at a location at or adjacent to the aft end of the implement. The auxiliary tool assembly may include a support arm extending lengthwise between a proximal end and a distal end, with the proximal end of the support arm being pivotally coupled to a portion of the implement at or adjacent to its aft end so that the tool assembly is pivotable relative to the implement between a work position and a transport position. In addition, the finishing tool(s) may be configured to be coupled to or otherwise supported relative to the ground by the support arm at a location between its proximal and distal ends. Moreover, the auxiliary tool assembly may include one or more surface-engaging wheels coupled to the distal end of the support arm. 1. An agricultural implement for performing an operation relative to a surface of the ground , the implement comprising:a frame extending between a forward end and an aft end;a tool bar coupled to the frame so as to be positioned at or adjacent to its aft end, the tool bar supporting a plurality of ground-engaging tools; a support arm including a proximal end pivotally coupled to the tool bar and a distal end opposite the proximal end;', 'a wheel coupled to the distal end of the support arm, the wheel configured to be raised relative to the surface of the ground when the auxiliary tool assembly is at the work position; and', 'a finishing tool coupled to the support arm at a mounting location defined between the proximal and distal ends of the support arm, the finishing tool being configured to engage the surface of the ground at a location aft of the ground-engaging tools supported by the tool bar when the auxiliary tool assembly is at the work position,, 'an auxiliary tool assembly pivotally coupled to the tool bar such that the auxiliary tool assembly is movable between a work position and a transport position, the ...

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT FOR CONTROLLING PLANTING DEPTH

A depth adjustment for an agricultural seed planting implement has a register with notches and a handle that engages pairs of the notches to control the depth of a seed trench opening assembly. The handle has a first handle orientation and a second handle orientation for each pair of notches and provides two different depth settings for each pair of notches in the register. 1. An agricultural seed planting implement , comprising:a ground penetrating assembly;a depth control assembly associated with said ground penetrating assembly and having adjustable positions for changing a depth to which the ground penetrating assembly can operate;said depth control assembly including a register defining a securing location; anda handle having a first handle orientation with respect to said securing location in which said handle engages said securing location to establish a first depth for said ground penetrating assembly and a second handle orientation with respect to said securing location in which said handle engages said securing location to establish a second depth for said ground penetrating assembly.2. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 1 , said register including a plurality of securing locations claim 1 , and said handle selectively engaging each securing location in said first handle orientation and in said second handle orientation to establish different first and second depths for said ground penetrating assembly at each securing location engaged by said handle.3. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 2 , said handle having first and second pegs engaging selected pairs of notches at said securing locations claim 2 , said pegs having longitudinal axes defining a plane claim 2 , and said handle having a longitudinal axis outside of said plane.4. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 2 , said handle being rotatable about a longitudinal axis thereof claim 2 , rotation of said handle about said longitudinal axis establishing said ...

PLOUGH

A plough comprising: a plough body; an actuator mechanism that is configured to adjust a pitch angle of the plough body; and a controller. The controller is configured to: determine an actuator-control-signal for setting the pitch angle of the plough body based on control-data; and provide the actuator-control-signal to the actuator mechanism. 1. A plough comprising:a plough body;an actuator mechanism that is configured to adjust a pitch angle of the plough body and determine an actuator-control-signal for setting the pitch angle of the plough body based on control-data; and', 'provide the actuator-control-signal to the actuator mechanism., 'a controller that is configured to2. The plough of claim 1 , wherein the plough body is rotatable about an axis that is transverse to the direction of travel of the plough.3. The plough of claim 1 , wherein the control-data comprises vertical-force-data claim 1 , which is representative of an upwards or downwards force experienced by the plough body as it is working in a field.4. The plough of claim 3 , further comprising a force-sensor associated with the plough body claim 3 , wherein the force-sensor is configured to provide the vertical-force-data.5. The plough of claim 3 , further comprising a ground-engaging-wheel-sensor associated with a ground-engaging wheel of the plough claim 3 , wherein the ground-engaging-wheel-sensor is configured to provide the vertical-force-data.6. The plough of claim 3 , further comprising:a hitch for coupling the plough to an agricultural vehicle; anda hitch-sensor associated with the hitch, wherein the hitch-sensor is configured to provide the vertical-force-data.7. The plough of claim 3 , wherein the controller is configured to:receive sensor-signals from more than one of a force-sensor, a ground-engaging-wheel-sensor, and a hitch-sensor; andcombine those signals in order to determine the vertical-force-data.8. The plough of claim 1 , wherein the control-data comprises depth-control-data that ...

IMPLEMENT FRAME CONVERTIBLE BETWEEN FIELD AND TRANSPORT POSITIONS

An implement frame having a carriage frame for coupling to a towing vehicle and wheels to support the frame for movement over a ground surface. A pivot frame is rotationally mounted to the carriage frame and a lift assembly is coupled to the pivot frame via a shift assembly. A tool bar is mounted to the lift assembly. The shift assembly moves the tool bar forward as it is moved from the field use position to the transport position. The wheels are mounted to swing arms to move the wheels inward for a narrow transport position. All motion is accomplished through actuators, such as hydraulic cylinders, to automate the process making it quick and easy. 1. An implement frame assembly comprising:a carriage frame having a tongue for coupling to a hitch of a towing vehicle and wheels supporting the carriage frame for movement over a ground surface;a pivot frame mounted to the carriage frame for rotation about an axis approximately ninety degrees;a lift assembly coupled to the pivot frame by a shift assembly, the shift assembly moving the lift assembly radially relative to the axis; anda tool bar connected to the lift assembly for movement between a lower ground engaging position and a raised position.2. The implement frame of wherein the lift assembly includes a lift frame mounted to the pivot frame by a shift arm and an actuator coupled to the pivot frame and the shift arm for moving the shift arm about a pivot.3. The implement frame of further comprising a guide slot in the pivot frame and a follower mounted to the lift frame of the lift assembly for guided movement of the lift assembly as the lift assembly is shifted upon operation of the actuator.4. The implement frame of comprising a pair of shift arms whereby the shift arms claim 2 , the pivot frame and the lift frame of the lift assembly form a parallel linkage.5. The implement frame of further comprising a guide slot in the pivot frame and a follower mounted to the lift frame of the lift assembly for guided movement ...

DOWN FORCE CONTROL TO ALLOW FOR EASIER DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

A row unit, including a frame with an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion having a parallel linkage, the lower portion having a gauge wheel depth control linkage, the gauge wheel depth control linkage coupled to plural gauge wheels; a first device coupled to the upper portion and configured to provide an adjustable down force; and an electric actuator coupled to the gauge wheel depth control linkage, the electric actuator configured to provide adjustable positioning of the gauge wheels. 1. A row unit , comprising:a frame comprising an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion comprising a parallel linkage, the lower portion comprising a gauge wheel depth control linkage, the gauge wheel depth control linkage coupled to plural gauge wheels;a first device coupled to the upper portion and configured to provide an adjustable down force; andan electric actuator coupled to the gauge wheel depth control linkage, the electric actuator configured to provide adjustable positioning of the gauge wheels.2. The row unit of claim 1 , wherein the electric actuator is configured to adjust the position of the gauge wheels from a first position to a second position responsive to the first device reducing the down force.3. The row unit of claim 2 , wherein the change from the first position to the second position corresponds to a shallower depth setting adjustment.4. The row unit of claim 2 , wherein the first device is configured to reduce the down force according to a down force target margin.5. The row unit of claim 4 , wherein the down force target margin is approximately ten percent of a predetermined margin that existed prior to the reduction.6. The row unit of claim 4 , wherein the down force target margin ranges from approximately fifty pounds to one hundred fifty pounds.7. The row unit of claim 1 , wherein the first device is configured to maintain a constant down force at a time corresponding to when the electric actuator adjusts the position of ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING MATERIAL ACCUMULATION RELATIVE TO A GROUND ENGAGING ASSEMBLY OF AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT BASED ON THE ACCUMULATION TYPE

In one aspect, the present subject matter is directed to a system for managing material accumulation relative to a ground engaging assembly of an agricultural implement. The system may include one or more ground engaging tools of the ground engaging. assembly, a sensor detecting material accumulation relative to the ground engaging tools, and a controller communicatively coupled to the sensor. The controller may receive an input from the sensor associated with material accumulation relative to the ground engaging tools. The controller may further access data associated with an amount of crop residue present and data associated with a moisture content of soil within the field. Additionally, the controller may determine an accumulation type of the material accumulation based at least in part on the crop residue data and the soil moisture data, 1. A system for managing material accumulation during operation of an agricultural implement , comprising:a ground engaging assembly including one or more ground engaging tools configured to engage soil within a field as the agricultural implement is moved across the field;a sensor detecting material accumulation relative to the one or more ground engaging tools; and. receive an input from the sensor associated with material accumulation relative to the one or more ground engaging tools;', 'access crop residue data associated with an amount of crop residue present within the field;', 'access soil moisture data associated with a moisture content of soil within the field; and', 'determine an accumulation type of the material accumulation based at least in part on the crop residue data and the soil moisture data., 'a controller communicatively coupled to the sensor, the controller including a processor and an associated memory, the memory including instructions that, when implemented by the processor, configure the controller to2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a residue sensor in communication with the controller claim ...

SEED PLANTING UNIT OF AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

A seed planting unit of an agricultural implement may include a wheel support arm having an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion defining a depth adjustment slot. A wheel may be rotatably supported by the lower portion of the wheel support arm, the wheel configured to contact the soil surface to define a penetration depth setting for the ground engaging tool relative to the soil surface. A depth adjustment lever is selectively movable relative to the wheel support arm to vary the penetration depth setting for the ground engaging tool. The lever may include a guide pin that is configured to be received within the depth adjustment slot, the guide pin configured to move within the depth adjustment slot as the depth adjustment lever is moved relative to the wheel support arm to adjust a vertical position of the wheel relative to the ground engaging tool. 1. A seed planting unit of an agricultural implement , the seed planting unit comprising:a ground engaging tool configured to penetrate a soil surface;a wheel support arm coupled to a support structure of the seed planting unit, the wheel support arm including an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion defining a depth adjustment slot;a wheel rotatably supported by the lower portion of the wheel support arm, the wheel configured to contact the soil surface to define a penetration depth setting for the ground engaging tool relative to the soil surface; anda depth adjustment lever configured to be selectively movable relative to the wheel support arm to vary the penetration depth setting for the ground engaging tool, the depth adjustment lever including a guide pin extending outwardly therefrom that is configured to be received within the depth adjustment slot, the guide pin configured to move within the depth adjustment slot as the depth adjustment lever is moved relative to the wheel support arm to adjust a vertical position of the wheel relative to the ground engaging tool.2. The seed ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF A SEED-PLANTING IMPLEMENT BASED ON COVER CROP DENSITY

In one aspect, a system for controlling the operation of a seed-planting implement may include a ground-engaging tool and an actuator configured to adjust an operating parameter of the ground-engaging tool. Furthermore, the system may include a controller configured to control the operation of the seed-planting implement such that a primary crop is planted in a field as the seed-planting implement is being moved across the field. Additionally, the controller may be configured to determine a density of a cover crop present within the field. Moreover, the controller may be configured to determine an adjustment to be made to the operating parameter of the ground-engaging tool based on the determined density. In addition, the controller may be configured to control the operation of the actuator to execute the adjustment of the operating parameter. 1. A system for controlling the operation of a seed-planting implement , the system comprising:a ground-engaging tool configured to contact soil present within a field across which the seed-planting implement is being moved;an actuator configured to adjust an operating parameter of the ground-engaging tool; and control the operation of the seed-planting implement such that a primary crop is planted in a field as the seed-planting implement is being moved across the field;', 'determine a density of a cover crop present within the field;', 'determine an adjustment to be made to the operating parameter of the ground-engaging tool based on the determined density; and', 'control the operation of the actuator to execute the adjustment of the operating parameter., 'a controller configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is further configured to:access a field map indicative of the density of the cover crop within the field; anddetermine the density of the cover crop present within the field based on the accessed field map as the seed-planting implement is moved across the field.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein ...

Agricultural machine with a centre section and on either side thereof folding wing sections

Agricultural systems, methods and apparatuses for adjustment of furrow depth

FIELD: agriculture. SUBSTANCE: invention relates to the field of agriculture, particularly, to agronomy. The agricultural seeding section (10) comprises: a seeding section frame (14) with disks (62) for cutting a furrow, configured to cut a furrow (3) with a depth, two gauge wheels (52) configured to rotate on each side of the frame (14) by means of two gauge wheel levers (54); the depth adjustment unit (90) configured to change the depth of the furrow and comprising: the first depth adjustment subunit configured to rotate on the frame (14) on the axis (92) of rotation and configured to come into contact with the gauge wheel levers (54) to limit upward movement of the gauge wheel levers (54), thereby limiting the furrow depth to one of the multiple pre-selected furrow depths; wherein the second depth adjustment subunit is configured to change at least one of the multiple pre-selected furrow depths, characterised by the fact that the second depth adjustment subunit is configured to adjust one of: the angle between the first depth adjustment subunit and the rocker, the distance between the rocker and the gauge wheel lever (54), and the shape of the rocker. EFFECT: apparatus ensures adjustment and/or change of furrow depth while maintaining seeding depth to provide a proper seed environment and emergence of crops. 13 cl, 46 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 751 232 C2 (51) МПК A01B 79/00 (2006.01) A01C 5/06 (2006.01) A01B 71/02 (2006.01) A01B 21/08 (2006.01) A01B 63/16 (2006.01) A01B 63/26 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01B 79/00 (2020.02); A01C 5/06 (2020.02); A01B 71/02 (2020.02); A01B 21/08 (2020.02); A01B 63/16 (2020.02); A01B 63/26 (2020.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018133030, 17.02.2017 17.02.2017 Дата регистрации: 12.07.2021 19.02.2016 US 62/297,535; 25.07.2016 US 62/366,405; 03.11.2016 US 62/417,144; 14.04.2016 US 62/322,314 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 19.03.2020 Бюл. № 8 (56) ...

具有辅助底盘的农具

本发明涉及一种具有辅助底盘的农具，该农具由牵引车的三点液压装置支撑并且具有附加的支撑轮，弹簧力作用在该支撑轮上，用于提升车辆的转向能力。当机具处于工作位置时，中心死点机构弹性地提升支撑轮。

Agricultural seed furrow depth system, method and equipment

一种农业种植机的行单元(10)具有用于调节由行单元(10)开出的种沟的深度的设备。行单元(10)包括被配置为能够修改种沟深度的种沟深度调节组件(90T)。种沟深度调节组件(90T)包括经由枢轴枢转地连接到行单元(10)的框架构件(14)的深度调节主体(5044)。电动马达(5030)可操作以引起与深度调节主体(5044)可操作地联接的轴(5038)的旋转，由此轴(5038)的旋转引起深度调节主体(5044)围绕枢轴(92)枢转地运动，从而改变深度调节主体(5044)与测量轮臂(54)的接触位置，进而改变测量轮(52)相对于种沟开沟圆盘(62)的向上行进的量，并由此改变种沟的深度。

Sower

Agricultural implement walking beam assembly

An implement wheel assembly includes two individual wheel arms tied together by a linkage that pivots about a fore-and-aft extending axis at a location above the wheels and generally above the plane of the implement frame. The linkage constrains the wheel arms to pivot in opposite vertical directions as the implement moves over irregular ground surfaces to improve weight distribution on the wheels. Spring structure may be interposed between the ends of a pivoting linkage and the individual wheel arms to lower frame impact forces. The structure allows two wheels to be placed side-by-side with their axes generally aligned and reduces under-frame hardware to improve crop and soil and trash flow.

Rotary cutter with parallel pivot wheels

An agricultural implement for use with a tractor. The agricultural implement comprises a main body, a hitch, a plurality of wheel support assemblies, and a pair of wheels coupled to each of the wheel support assemblies. Each of the wheel support assemblies includes a longitudinal support assembly extending rearward from the main body. The wheel support assemblies further include a transverse support assembly coupled to the longitudinal support assembly, with each of the wheels of the pair of wheels being disposed on opposite sides of the transverse support assembly, and with the transverse support assembly being rotatable relative to the main body, such that raising one wheel of the pair of wheels causes the corresponding lowering of another wheel of the pair of wheels. The wheel support assemblies also include a rotational damping mechanism for restricting rotation of the transverse assembly and the pair of wheels relative to the main body.

Gauge wheel assembly with hinge

A hinge for a gauge wheel arm for movably swinging the gauge wheel away from the agricultural equipment, such as an agricultural planter, is disclosed. The hinge is located along the length of the gauge wheel arm for rotating the gauge wheel away from the agricultural equipment to expose an inner surface of the gauge wheel and an interior portion of the agricultural equipment. The gauge wheel arm rotates about an angle of rotation formed by the hinge and permitting rotation between 0 and 180 degrees. The gauge wheel arm may also include a lock bolt for preventing rotation of the gauge wheel when desired.

Pivotable lift assist assembly for an agricultural implement

In one embodiment, an agricultural implement system includes a pivotable lift assembly. The pivotable lift assembly includes a first bar member and a second bar member rotatively coupled to the first bar member. The pivotable lift assembly further includes a first wheel assembly disposed on a first end of the second bar member and a second wheel assembly disposed on a second end of the second bar member. The pivotable lift assembly also includes an attachment assembly configured to attach the pivotable lift assembly to an agricultural implement, wherein the pivotable lift assembly is configured to aid in carrying a weight of the agricultural implement.

Improvements to agricultural vehicles and wheeled machinery

Seed drilling units

1524343 Seed drill HESTAIR STANHAY Ltd 12 Jan 1977 01125/77 Addition to 1413849 Heading AID The parent invention is modified by the provision of a parallel linkage 33-37 connectible to a tow bar and connected to a pair of plates 31; in Fig. 1, the plates 31 are freely pivotable on the main frame 18 so that the seed drill is supported by the forward and rearward wheels 15, 14, but in Fig. 3 where the forward wheel 15 and its arm 17 are replaced by a disc coulter 40, the plates 31 are locked to the frame 18 by a shaft 38 so that the seed drill is supported by the tow bar and the rearward wheel 14. Height adjustment of the seed drill is by means of a knob 25. Blade-type or disc-type furrow closers are urged by springs.

CONNECTING MECHANISM OF AGRICULTURAL WEAPONS

1. Соединительный механизм для соединения землеобрабатывающего инструмента с сельскохозяйственным орудием, имеющим раму, и источник гидравлического давления, содержащий:выдвигаемый и втягиваемый гидравлический цилиндр, сообщающийся по текучей среде с источником гидравлического давления и содержащий первый конец, шарнирно соединенный с рамой, и второй конец, исоединительный брус, содержащий первую часть, шарнирно соединенную с рамой и определяющую рабочий диапазон, и вторую часть, соединенную с землеобрабатывающим инструментом;при этом второй конец гидравлического цилиндра шарнирно соединен с соединительным брусом, обеспечивая по существу постоянное прижимное усилие во всем рабочем диапазоне соединительного бруса.2. Соединительный механизм по п.1, дополнительно содержащий кронштейн, соединенный с рамой, шарнирно соединенный с первым концом гидравлического цилиндра и шарнирно соединенный с первой частью соединительного бруса.3. Соединительный механизм по п.1, в котором гидравлический цилиндр представляет собой гидравлический цилиндр двойного действия.4. Соединительный механизм по п.1, в котором соединительный брус содержит среднюю часть, расположенную между первой частью и второй частью, а второй конец гидравлического цилиндра шарнирно соединен со средней частью.5. Соединительный механизм по п.1, в котором рабочий диапазон включает первое положение, в котором землеобрабатывающий инструмент взаимодействует с поверхностью, а гидравлический цилиндр задействован для амортизации толчков, вызываемых поверхностью, и второе положение, в котором землеобрабатывающий инструмент не взаимодействует с пове� РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК A01B 59/00 (13) 2012 137 093 A (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2012137093/13, 30.08.2012 (71) Заявитель(и): ДИР ЭНД КОМПАНИ (US) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 14.09.2011 US 13/232,350 Адрес для переписки: 129090, Москва, ул. Б. Спасская, 25, стр.3, ...

TOWED WEAPONS WITH A MANAGEMENT SYSTEM HAVING AS WHEEL UNITS, SO AND COLLARS

1. Орудие, выполненное с возможностью буксирования транспортным средством, содержащее:раму;множество взаимодействующих с землей инструментов, установленных на раме;множество узлов опорных колес, установленных на раме и перемещаемых относительно рамы для поднятия и опускания рамы между рабочим и нерабочим положениями, в которых, в рабочем положении, инструменты взаимодействуют с землей, а в нерабочем положении, инструменты не взаимодействуют с землей, при этом каждый колесный узел установлен на раме с возможностью поворота вокруг соответствующей оси поворота колеса;множество сошников, установленных на раме и взаимодействующих с землей в рабочем положении рамы и не взаимодействующих с землей в нерабочем положении, причем каждый сошник установлен на раме с возможностью поворота вокруг соответствующей оси поворота сошника; имеханизм управления, выполненный с возможностью поворота каждого из колесных узлов и сошников вокруг их соответствующих осей поворота для управления орудием.2. Орудие по п.1, в котором система управления содержит исполнительный механизм, который выполнен с возможностью поворота по меньшей мере части колесных узлов и по меньшей мере части сошников вокруг своих соответствующих осей поворота.3. Орудие, выполненное с возможностью буксирования транспортным средством, содержащее:раму;множество взаимодействующих с землей инструментов, установленных на раме;множество кареточных узлов, шарнирно установленных на раме, при этом каждый кареточный узел имеет колесный узел для поддержания орудия, причем кареточные узлы шарнирно установлены на раме для поднятия и опускания рамы между рабочим � РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК A01B 61/00 (13) 2012 152 061 A (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2012152061/13, 04.12.2012 (71) Заявитель(и): ДИР ЭНД КОМПАНИ (US) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: (72) Автор(ы): БОРКГРЕН Стэнли Р. (US) 21.12.2011 US 13/332,962 Адрес для переписки: ...

Controlled agricultural tool with balanced rotational force

Приспособление содержит прицепной узел, несущую раму, первый и второй колесные узлы и по меньшей мере один привод. Прицепной узел выполнен с возможностью соединения приспособления с тягачом. Несущая рама соединена с прицепным узлом. Каждый колесный узел соединен с возможностью поворота с несущей рамой соответствующим шарнирным соединением. Привод выполнен с возможностью поворота колесных узлов вокруг шарнирных соединений в первом направлении, прилагая первый вращающий момент, и поворота колесных узлов вокруг шарнирных соединений во втором направлении, противоположном первому направлению, применяя второй вращающий момент. Величина первого вращающего момента и величина второго вращающего момента по существу равны. Согласно второму варианту выполнения несущая рама соединена с прицепным узлом с возможностью поворота. Первый и второй колесные узлы соединены с несущей рамой с возможностью поворота соответственно первым и вторым шарнирными соединениями. Приспособление содержит также первый и второй гидравлические цилиндры. Первый и второй гидроцилиндры проходят соответственно между первым и вторым колесными узлами и несущей рамой и выполнены с возможностью поворота первого и второго колесных узлов вокруг первого и второго шарнирных соединений. Приспособление имеет соединительную тягу, проходящую между первым колесным узлом и вторым колесным узлом. Тяга выполнена с возможностью передачи вращающего момента между колесными узлами. В соответствии с третьим вариантом выполнения приспособления первый и второй приводы выполнены с возможностью поворота первого и второго колесных узлов вокруг соотве� РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 541 392 C2 (51) МПК A01B 59/00 (2006.01) A01D 67/00 (2006.01) B62D 13/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ 2010144256/13, 28.10.2010 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 28.10.2010 Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: (72) Автор(ы): КОННЕРС Майкл ...

Device at an agriculture machine with a carrying framework

Device for an agricultural machine with a center section and folding wing sections on either side thereof

The invention refers to a device at an agricultural machine (1) with a carrying framework (2), on which a centre section (12a) and on each side thereof folding wing sections (22, 23) are turnably assembled, whereby said centre and wing sections are provided with implements (47), such as cultivator tines or some other soil tillage tools, and at their rear edges carry wheel aggregates (15, 44), such as pack wheels, roller rings or the like, whereby control devices (20, 21) are arranged to raise and lower the wheel aggregates for adaptation of the working depth of said implement, whereby the said control devices (20, 21) are adapted to only raise or lower the wheel aggregate (15) of the centre section (12a) and that means (45, 51) are arranged on the wing sections (22, 23) to take up the movement of the centre section (12a) in the upward direction.

Device at an agriculture machine with a carrying framework

The invention refers to a device at an agricultural machine (1) with a carrying framework (2), on which a centre section (12a) and on each side thereof folding wing sections (22, 23) are turnably assembled, whereby said centre and wing sections are provided with implements (47), such as cultivator tines or some other soil tillage tools, and at their rear edges carry wheel aggregates (15, 44), such as pack wheels, roller rings or the like, whereby control devices (20, 21) are arranged to raise and lower the wheel aggregates for adaptation of the working depth of said implement, whereby the said control devices (20, 21) are adapted to only raise or lower the wheel aggregate (15) of the centre section (12a) and that means (45, 51) are arranged on the wing sections (22, 23) to take up the movement of the centre section (12a) in the upward direction.

Pivoting gauge wheel

Embodiments of the invention provide an innovative arrangement to control the height of ground engaging tools located on agricultural implements via gauge wheel assemblies, particularly for supporting and adjusting the height of winged extensions of the implement frame. The gauge wheel assemblies may provide an adjustment assembly in the form of a screw jack, which can be coupled to a support bracket that is attached to the implement frame and also coupled to a support tube that is coupled to a gauge wheel via pivot assembly and a bracket. The bracket and support tube may be coupled at discrete positions according to the height adjustment of the screw jack via pins and holes in the bracket and tube. When coupled, the pins and holes of the support bracket and tube may reduce the load of the winged extensions on the screw jack mechanism.

Coupling of attachments for tillage

FIELD: agriculture. SUBSTANCE: invention relates to agriculture. The coupling of attachments for tillage contains a frame with transport wheels and a trailer device, middle and side pivoting bars, a hydraulic drive of the pivoting bars pivotally connected to the frame, impellers pivotally fixed to the side bars with an angle of setting adjustable with the help of hydraulic cylinders. Each impeller of the side pivoting bar of the coupling is mounted on a rolling cam, which is connected by means of a hinge to the side pivoting bar. The angle of rotation of the rolling cam in the direction from the coupling frame is limited. The rolling cam of each impeller has a lever rigidly fixed on it, pivotally connected to a rod, which is pivotally connected to a rocker arm pivotally attached to a side pivoting bar. A hydraulic cylinder is fixed on the beam by means of a hinge with one side, and the other is pivotally connected to the rod and/or rocker arm. EFFECT: reliability of the connection of the impellers with the side pivoting bars is improved without vibration during operation and the service life of the articulated joints, the hydraulic cylinder and the coupling as a whole is increased. 4 cl, 6 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 763 176 C1 (51) МПК A01B 59/04 (2006.01) A01B 73/00 (2006.01) A01B 63/16 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01B 59/04 (2021.08); A01B 73/00 (2021.08); A01B 63/16 (2021.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2021109371, 05.04.2021 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 05.04.2021 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: US 10743456 B2, 18.08.2020. SU 1771389 A3, 23.10.1992. RU 2088063 C1, 27.08.1997. US 6609574 B1, 26.08.2003. (45) Опубликовано: 28.12.2021 Бюл. № 1 2 7 6 3 1 7 6 R U (54) Сцепка навесного оборудования для обработки почвы (57) Реферат: Изобретение относится к сельскому хозяйству. сцепки ...

Agricultural tool

FIELD: agriculture. SUBSTANCE: group of inventions relates to agriculture. Agricultural machine comprises agricultural vehicle and agricultural implement connected with front or rear part of agricultural vehicle. Agricultural implement comprises a main frame supporting a plurality of interacting tools and translatable between first configuration, in which first set of interacting tools is in working position, and second configuration, in which second set of interacting tools is in working position. First support wheel is connected to the main frame so that the position of the first support wheel relative to the main frame determines the depth of processing of the first set of interacting tools when the main frame is in its first configuration. Second support wheel is connected to the main frame so that the position of the second support wheel relative to the main frame determines the processing depth of the second plurality of interacting tools when the main frame is in its second configuration. At least the first support wheel is rotatable so that the first support wheel moves relative to the main frame and the second support wheel. Method for controlling depth of agricultural tool processing, comprising a first pivoting support wheel and a second pivoting support wheel, at that said method comprises the following stages whereat second support wheel is fixed to prevent rotary movement of second support wheel and first support wheel is turned relative to second support wheel to adjust depth of agricultural tool processing. EFFECT: enabling double wheels with larger diameter to be used in agricultural implements and longer service life. 17 cl, 11 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 742 914 C1 (51) МПК A01B 3/46 (2006.01) A01B 63/16 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01B 3/462 (2020.08); A01B 63/16 (2020.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2020115640, 12.05.2020 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия ...

Rolling screen assembly

这里公开了一种滚动滤网组件。该滚动滤网组件可包括框架；安装至所述框架的滤网组件；安装至所述框架的轮组件；和固定至所述框架的至少一个脚部；其中，所述轮组件的轮能相对于所述框架调节高度，以允许所述脚部从支撑表面升高以及降低至该支撑表面。该组件可有助于在停机时间最短的情况下更换滚动滤网组件。

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