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20-12-2012 дата публикации

All-Terrain Vehicle

Номер: US20120317846A1
Автор: Carl Audet
Принадлежит: Individual

Embodiments of an all-terrain vehicle for ski track setting, military applications, gardening, etc are described herein which include a rear section having a power train and a first set of drive wheels coupled to the power train so as to be driven thereby, a front section having a drive train and a second set of wheels coupled to the drive train so as to be driven thereby; and a universal coupler that attaches the front and rear sections together and that allows free controlled movement therebetween. The drive train of the front section is coupled to the power train so as to be driven thereby. The front section includes a passenger compartment having user controls therein. Tracks are mounted on both set of wheels.

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Номер записи: 1
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Dual Tow Ring Tongue Coupler

Номер: US20220017125A1
Автор: Kucera Kevin
Принадлежит:

An improved coupler for a tongue on a towed vehicle that attaches to a tow hook mounted on a towing vehicle to either pull the towed vehicle over a road or to pull the towed vehicle located on an elevated surface. The coupler includes an elongated tongue tube attached to the end of the tongue attached to the towed vehicle. Upper and lower rings are axially aligned and mounted or attached to the front surface of the tongue tube. The rings are spaced apart on the tongue tube to allow the towing vehicle pull or push the towed vehicle over the same roadway or over an elevated surface. Brackets are used between the tongue tube and the trailer tongue to prevent compression, collapse, and prevent fore to aft or aft to fore movements. An adjustable jack is attached to the side of the tongue tube. An optional lid is provided over the top opening of the tongue tube that covers a storage compartment inside the tongue tube. An optional chock holder plate and a pair of compatible chocks may be placed inside the storage compartment. 1. A coupler for selectively attaching the distal end of a tongue on a towed vehicle to a tow hook attached to a towing vehicle that is pushed or pulled over a support surface used by said towing vehicle or pushed or pulled over an elevated surface , said coupler comprising:a. a tongue tube with a front surface, a rear surface, a left side surface and a right side surface, said rear surface being attached to said distal end of said tongue;b. an upper ring attached to said front surface of said tongue tube and configured to selectively attach to said tow hook attached to said a towing vehicle; andc. a lower ring axially aligned with and located under said upper ring, said lower ring being attached to said front surface at a location below said upper ring thereby raising the tongue and configured to selectively attach to a tow hook attached to a towing vehicle when said towed vehicle is pulled over a surface above said surfaced used by said towing ...

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Номер записи: 2
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Dual Trailing Axle Suspension System

Номер: US20170015165A1
Автор: Fisher Joshua Cayne, Strong Brooks
Принадлежит:

A dual trailing axle suspension system is disclosed wherein a pair of trailing axles are suspended from an auxiliary chassis with axle suspensions that provide spring action for isolating road-induced axle movement from the auxiliary chassis. And the auxiliary chassis is suspended from a chassis of a motor vehicle by an auxiliary chassis suspension adapted to deploy the auxiliary chassis from a stowed location on the motor vehicle to a deployed location at a substantial distance behind the motor vehicle chassis. And the auxiliary chassis suspension is adapted to cause the auxiliary chassis to help support the motor vehicle chassis to a variable degree by acting on the auxiliary chassis at a location between the two axles and in a manner determined by whether the spring action provided by the axle suspensions is set or variable. 1. A dual trailing axle suspension system comprisingan auxiliary chassis,two axles directly suspended from the auxiliary chassis with axle suspensions that provide spring action for isolating road-induced axle movement from the auxiliary chassis, andan auxiliary chassis suspension adapted to suspend the auxiliary chassis from a chassis of a motor vehicle and deploy the auxiliary chassis from a stowed location on the motor vehicle to a deployed location located at a substantial distance behind the motor vehicle chassis and then cause the auxiliary chassis to help support the motor vehicle chassis to a variable degree by acting on the auxiliary chassis at a location substantially midway between the two axles in a manner determined by whether the spring action provided by the axle suspensions is set or variable.2. A dual trailing axle suspension system as set forth in whereinthe axle suspensions have air springs supplied with a controllable air pressure providing the spring action, andthe auxiliary chassis suspension is adapted to prevent upward auxiliary chassis movement by the air springs in causing the auxiliary chassis to help support the ...

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Номер записи: 3
17-01-2019 дата публикации

TOWING HITCH

Номер: US20190016184A1
Автор: Billich Manuel
Принадлежит:

The disclosure relates to a towing hitch for a work vehicle. The towing hitch includes a retaining element. A coupling member coupled to the retaining element. A guide element having at least one guide channel formed therein; wherein the guide channel is sized to receive a portion of the retaining element. An actuator coupled to at least one surface of the retaining element, wherein the actuator is arranged such that lateral displacement of the actuator moves the retaining element between a first position and a second position within the guide channel of the guide element. 1. A towing hitch for use with a work vehicle , the towing hitch including:a retaining element;a coupling member coupled to the retaining element;a guide element having at least one guide channel formed therein; wherein the guide channel is sized to receive a portion of the retaining element; andan actuator coupled to at least one surface of the retaining element, wherein the actuator is arranged such that lateral displacement of the actuator moves the retaining element between a first position and a second position within the guide channel.2. The towing hitch of claim 1 , wherein the coupling member is continuously displaceable.3. The towing hitch of claim 1 , wherein the actuator includes at least one of a pneumatic cylinder or a hydraulic cylinder.4. The towing hitch of claim 1 , further including at least one sensor and a processing unit for adjusting a position of the coupling member.5. The towing hitch of claim 1 , wherein the retaining element includes a rectangular plate.6. The towing hitch of claim 1 , wherein the guide element is integrally coupled to an attachment block.7. The towing hitch of claim 1 , wherein the guide channel includes a grooved guide channel.8. The towing hitch of claim 1 , wherein the coupling member is arranged displaceably in and contrary to the driving direction.9. The towing hitch of claim 8 , wherein the coupling member is a ball-head coupling.10. A method for ...

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Номер записи: 4
16-01-2020 дата публикации

CONVEYING DEVICE

Номер: US20200016945A1
Автор: Ishimura Ryoji
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A conveying device according to the present invention includes a first connection mechanism provided on an upper surface, a base member provided on the upper surface, a sliding mechanism that relatively and slidably moves the position of the first connection mechanism relative to the base member on the slide axis, and a traveling mechanism that makes the conveying device travel. The first connection mechanism has an over-riding portion provided on the slide axis, and a connection part connected with the object to he conveyed. The over-riding portion is in an over-riding state of over-riding an upper surface of the base member when the sliding mechanism slidably moves the position of the first connection mechanism relative to the base member. The connection part performs a lifting operation to be connected with the object to be conveyed when the over-riding portion is in the over-riding state. 1. A conveying device that conveys a connected object to be conveyed , the conveying device comprising:a first connection mechanism provided on an upper surface of the conveying device;a base member provided on the upper surface of the conveying device;a sliding mechanism that relatively and slidably moves a position of the first connection mechanism relative to the base member on a predetermined slide axis; anda traveling mechanism that makes the conveying device travel, wherein the first connection mechanism has:an over-riding portion provided on the slide axis; anda connection part connected with the object to be conveyed,the over-riding portion is in an over-riding state of over-riding an upper surface of the base member when the sliding mechanism slidably moves the position of the first connection mechanism relative to the base member, andthe connection part performs a lifting operation to be connected with the object to be conveyed when the over-riding portion is in the over-riding state.2. The conveying device according to claim 1 , whereinthe base member has a guide ...

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Номер записи: 5
21-01-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMATED HITCH FOR AUTOMATED VEHICLE

Номер: US20210017007A1
Автор: Bittenbender Mark David, Goldberg Michael Joseph, Houston Edward F., McConnell William Patrick, Shiu Leung Man
Принадлежит:

Systems and methods for towing, hitching, and connecting devices are described. An autonomous guided vehicle includes an automated hitch capable of connecting to a variety of types of containers. 1. An automatic hitching system , the system comprising: a shaft;', 'a hitch comprising an aperture that is configured to interface with a connection feature of an item container, wherein the hitch is coupled to an end of the shaft;', 'a lateral actuator configured to move the hitch laterally;', 'a vertical actuator configured to vertically maneuver the shaft; and', 'a sensor configured to sense a surrounding of the automatic hitching system, a location of the item container, and a location of the connection feature of the item container relative to the hitch;, 'a frame configured to couple to an automated guided vehicle (AGV), wherein the frame comprisesa control system in communication with the lateral actuator, the vertical actuator, and the sensor, wherein the control system receives and interprets sensor inputs from the sensor, wherein the control system generates commands based on the interpreted sensor inputs to control the rotational actuator and vertical actuator to maneuver the hitch, and wherein the control system generates commands based on the interpreted sensor inputs to operate the automated guided vehicle.2. The automatic hitching system of claim 1 , wherein the vertical actuator comprises a motor that moves the shaft up and down using a wind-up belt in a pulley arrangement claim 1 , and wherein the shaft is pulled downward when the wind-up belt is wound in and pulled upward by an integrated gas spring when the belt is wound out.3. The automatic hitching system of claim 1 , wherein the lateral actuator is configured to rotate the hitch about an axis.4. The automatic hitching system of claim 1 , wherein the hitch comprises a hitch pocket that is surrounded by a peripheral wall.5. The automatic hitching system of claim 4 , wherein the hitch pocket comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 6
10-02-2022 дата публикации

TRAILER STABILIZATION AND RESTRAINT

Номер: US20220041141A1
Автор: Kimener Thomas Terrance
Принадлежит: Stabilock, LLC

A parked freight trailer stabilizer and restraint comprising: (a) a kingpin receiver configured to lock onto a kingpin of a parked freight trailer; (b) a jack operatively coupled to the kingpin receiver, the jack repositionable between a retracted position and an extended position; (c) a tail hold operatively coupled to the kingpin receiver, the tail hold repositionable between a stowed position and a restraining position, the tail hold configured to engage a ground mount; and, (d) a transport receiver configured to engage a transport vehicle. 130.-. (canceled)31. A method of stabilizing a parked semi-trailer , the method comprising:transporting a trailer stabilizer using a transport vehicle so that at least a portion of the trailer stabilizer is lifted off the ground, wherein the trailer stabilizer is releasably engaged by the transport vehicle;approaching a front of the parked semi-trailer, while the parked semi-trailer is oriented with its rear end adjacent an opening of a loading dock, with the transport vehicle while at least the portion of the trailer stabilizer remains lifted off the ground;repositioning the trailer stabilizer, using the transport vehicle, underneath a front nose of the semi-trailer to provide a vertical gap between the parked semi-trailer and the ground unoccupied by the trailer stabilizer;disengaging the trailer stabilizer from the transport vehicle and maintaining the vertical gap; andrepositioning at least the portion of the trailer stabilizer to contact the ground without repositioning landing gear of the parked semi-trailer.32. The method of claim 31 , wherein:the portion of the trailer stabilizer that is lifted off the ground comprises a ground pad; andrepositioning at least the portion of the trailer stabilizer to contact the ground without repositioning the landing gear of the parked semi-trailer comprises repositioning the ground pad to contact the ground without repositioning the landing gear of the parked semi-trailer.33. The ...

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Номер записи: 7
28-01-2021 дата публикации

HITCH ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE

Номер: US20210023897A1
Автор: McManus James Douglas
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A hitch assembly for a vehicle includes a cross-member structure disposed at a rear of the vehicle. The cross-member structure includes a bar extending from the first side frame to the second side frame, and a tube circumposed over the bar and having a central portion fixedly secured to the bar and a side portion rotatably coupled to the bar. The hitch assembly further includes a hitch structure adapted to move between a working position and a storage position. The hitch structure includes a base sleeve slidably circumposed over the tube and an arm extending from the base sleeve. In the working position, base sleeve is secured to the central portion and the arm extends outwardly of the rear end of the vehicle. In the storage position, the base sleeve is disposed circumposing the side portion and the arm is disposed underneath a chassis of the vehicle. 1. A hitch assembly for a vehicle , comprising: a bar having substantially circular cross-section and extending from the first side frame to the second side frame, and', 'a tube having a non-circular cross-section and circumposed over the bar and having a central portion fixedly secured to the bar and a side portion rotatably coupled to the bar; and, 'a cross-member structure adapted to be disposed at a rear of the vehicle and configured to extend from a first side frame of the vehicle to a second side frame of the vehicle, the cross-member structure includes'} a base sleeve slidably circumposed over the tube, and', in the working position, base sleeve is secured to the central portion and the arm is configured to extend outwardly of the rear end of the vehicle, and', 'in the storage position, the base sleeve is disposed circumposing the side portion and the arm is adapted to be disposed underneath a chassis of the vehicle., 'an arm extending substantially perpendicularly to the base sleeve, wherein'}], 'a hitch structure adapted to move between a working position and a storage position, and including'}2. The hitch ...

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Номер записи: 8
29-01-2015 дата публикации

WIDE SWING DRAWBAR SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150028563A1
Автор: BHOSALE DIGVIJAY, Heimbuch Banjamin J., Kreis Edwin R.
Принадлежит: Deere & Company

A drawbar support assembly includes a rail member attached to a hitch frame, a slider member and a drawbar support. The slider member is slidable in the rail member. The drawbar support has rollers which rollingly engage the slider member so that the drawbar is swingable laterally. The rail member includes a forwardly facing curved slot which slidably receives the tabs which project from the slider member. A spring unit is coupled between the rail member and the slider member and operates to urge the slider member to a central position relative to the rail member. 1. A drawbar support assembly comprising:a rail member adapted to be mounted to a vehicle;a slider member slidably received by the rail member; anda drawbar support member movably coupled to the slider member, the drawbar support having a drawbar receiving part adapted to receive and support the drawbar.2. The drawbar support assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the slider member forms a pair of spaced apart curved plates; andthe drawbar support includes rollers which rollingly engage the curved plates.3. The drawbar support assembly of claim 2 , wherein:the pair of curved plates are separated by a curved gap; anda portion of the drawbar support extends through said gap.4. The drawbar support assembly of claim 2 , wherein:the slider member forms a curved gap; anda portion of the drawbar support is slidably received by the gap.5. The drawbar support assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the rail member forms a curved slot;a spring holder is mounted in the slot;a pairs of springs are attached to opposite sides of the spring holder; andthe slider member includes a pair of tabs, each tab being engagable with a corresponding one of the springs, said springs being biased to urge the slider member to a central position relative to the rail member.6. The drawbar support assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a pair of pin bores formed in the rail member; anda pair of pins, each pin being insertable through one of the pin bores ...

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Номер записи: 9
05-02-2015 дата публикации

TOWING IMPLEMENT FOR VEHICLE WITH A PASSAGE AND RELATED METHOD

Номер: US20150035255A1
Автор: Burgess Timothy D.
Принадлежит:

A towing apparatus for use with a vehicle having a passage, such as a walkway through a roof bolter. The apparatus includes a towing implement adapted for spanning the passage in an operative condition and for exposing the passage in a stowed condition. The towing implement may include a first member and a second member adapted for releasably connecting to the first member to provide the towing implement in the operative position and for disconnecting from the first member in the stowed condition 1. An apparatus for providing towing capacity to a vehicle having a passage , comprising:a towing implement adapted for spanning the passage in an operative condition and for being withdrawn from spanning the passage in a stowed condition, the towing implement comprising a first member and a second member adapted for releasably connecting to the first member to provide the towing implement in the operative position and for disconnecting from the first member in the stowed condition; andat least one retainer adapted for connecting to the vehicle and retaining each of the first and second members in the stowed condition.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a first end of each of the first and second members is pivotally mounted to the vehicle adjacent to the passage.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein a second end of each of the first and second members is adapted to be releasably connected to the retainer in the stowed condition.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein one of the first or second members is adapted for connecting to an object to be towed.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first member is shorter than the second member.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first and second members are releasably connected to one another in the operating position via a pinned connection.7. An apparatus claim 1 , comprising:a vehicle including a passage; anda towing implement connected to the vehicle, the implement adapted for spanning the passage in an operative ...

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Номер записи: 10
08-02-2018 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE HITCH MOUNTED DOOR CARRYING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180037074A1
Автор: GATES DWAYNE, JENNINGS CORBETT, SCHOCKE ROBERT, SEGELQUIST RON
Принадлежит:

A hitch mounted carrying assembly for transporting a door of a vehicle is presented. The assembly includes an adjustable mount configured to releasably communicate with a hitch of the vehicle. The mount is adjustable between an extended position and a retracted position. The assembly includes a modular frame assembly configured to translate along the adjustable mount and to selectively couple to a first location along the mount. The frame is configured to hold a door of the vehicle on a set of hinges and secured about a latch bar. The distance between the frame assembly and the vehicle is configured to change when the mount is adjusted between the extended position and the retracted position. 1. A hitch mounted carrying assembly for transporting a door of a vehicle , comprising:an adjustable mount configured to releasably communicate with the vehicle, the mount configured to operate between an extended position and a retracted position; and a frame having a first arm and a second arm;', 'a hinge mount in communication with the first arm and configured to support the door of the vehicle; and', 'a latch bar in communication with the second arm for engagement with the door of the vehicle;, 'a modular frame assembly configured to translate along the adjustable mount and to selectively couple to a first location along the mount, the modular frame configured to hold the door of the vehicle, the modular frame includingwherein the distance between the frame assembly and the vehicle is configured to change when the mount is adjusted between the extended position and the retracted position.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the frame assembly and the mount are configured to collapse for ease of transportation within the vehicle.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the frame assembly is interchangeable4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle door is configured to pivot about the hinge mount.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle door is configured to engage ...

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Номер записи: 11
12-02-2015 дата публикации

ATTACHMENT BRACKET FOR USE WITH HEAVY MACHINERY AND BRACKET MEMBERS

Номер: US20150042113A1
Автор: Cloutier Alain
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An attachment bracket for use with heavy machinery and adapted to releasably attach to a double wheeled bin. The attachment bracket has a plurality of spaced parallel elongated bracket frame members, an elongated wide plate member connected to each the bracket frame member forming a rigid connection therebetween, a pair of spaced main hook members removably and adjustably connected to the wide plate member in between the bracket frame members, and a pair of secondary hook members, each rotationally connected to a respective the main hook member and biased such that they will return to an initial position when not being forced to rotate. 120-. (canceled)22. The load carrying bin of claim 21 , wherein the first engaging member comprises a first hook assembly defining a first hook engaging surface for interfacing with an upper bucket surface of the machinery bucket and further wherein the second engaging member comprises a second hook assembly defining a second hook engaging surface for interfacing with an upper plow surface of the machinery plow.23. The load carrying bin of claim 22 , wherein the first hook assembly comprises a first bucket hook and a second bucket hook distant from the first bucket hook and further wherein the second hook assembly comprises a first plow hook and a second plow hook distant from the first plow hook.24. The load carrying bin of claim 23 , wherein the first hook assembly comprises a third bucket hook rotationally engaged to the first bucket hook and a fourth bucket hook rotationally engaged to the second bucket hook.25. The load carrying bin of claim 24 , wherein the load carrying main frame comprises a first frame portion for receiving the load and a second frame portion for releasably engaging with the first frame portion claim 24 , the first and second engaging members being mounted on the second frame portion.26. The load carrying bin of claim 25 , wherein the second frame portion comprises a pair of elongated arms for releasably and ...

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Номер записи: 12
24-02-2022 дата публикации

TOW DEVICE FOR AUTOMATED GUIDED VEHICLE

Номер: US20220055427A1
Автор: Bombaugh Scott R., Houston Edward F., Shiu Leung Man, Taylor Anthony B.
Принадлежит:

This disclosure relates to systems and methods of towing, hitching, and connecting devices. In particular, this disclosure relates to tow devices, hitches, and connections for towing item containers behind vehicles, both autonomous and manually guided. 1. A tow device comprising:a fixed leg comprising a first end and a second end, the first end comprising a first mating portion and the second end comprising a second mating portion, the first mating portion comprising a first longitudinal axis and the second mating portion comprising a second longitudinal axis, wherein the first longitudinal axis and the second longitudinal axis are transverse relative to a longitudinal axis of the fixed leg; anda pivot leg comprising a first end and a second end, the first end of the pivot leg rotatably coupled proximate to the first end of the fixed leg and the second end of the pivot leg comprising a third mating portion, the third mating portion comprising a third longitudinal axis that is transverse relative to a longitudinal axis of the pivot leg.2. The tow device of claim 1 , further comprising a handle disposed on the first end of the fixed leg claim 1 , the handle comprising a vertical portion that extends in a direction opposite the first mating portion.3. The tow device of claim 2 , wherein the handle comprises a horizontal portion extending in a direction generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fixed leg.4. The tow device of claim 3 , wherein the horizontal portion extends in a direction perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the vertical portion.5. The tow device of claim 2 , wherein the vertical portion is coaxially oriented relative to the first mating portion.6. The tow device of claim 1 , wherein the first longitudinal axis of the first mating portion claim 1 , the second longitudinal axis of the second mating portion claim 1 , and third longitudinal axis of the third mating portion are parallel to each other.7. The tow device of claim 1 , wherein one of ...

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Номер записи: 13
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Motorcycle Hitch Assembly

Номер: US20180043963A1
Автор: Kernes Toni
Принадлежит:

A motorcycle hitch assembly couples a motorcycle to a trailer allowing the motorcycle to easily turn a corner. A yoke assembly connected to the motorcycle has a kingpin and a cotter-pin. A tow hitch assembly is mounted to the trailer and has an elongated towing arm with a circular socket with an inner spherical surface and a radial ball mounted on and secured to the kingpin by the cotter pin. The radial ball is supported in the circular socket of the elongated towing arm and has an outer spherical surface engaging the inner spherical surface of the circular socket for rotational movement of the radial ball about the kingpin to allow free movement of the motorcycle in various planes while maintaining the trailer in a fixed plane. The circular socket is a one piece construction or a two piece construction. 1. A motorcycle hitch assembly for connecting a motorcycle to a trailer , comprising:a yoke assembly connected to the motorcycle, the yoke assembly comprising:a mounting plate having an aperture, an upper surface, and a lower surface;an elongated kingpin having a first portion with threads and a second portion with an aperture;a cotter-pin arrangement received in the aperture of the kingpin;a first mounting nut threadably secured to the threads of the first portion of the elongated kingpin and located adjacent to the mounting plate to abut the lower surface of the mounting plate; anda second mounting nut threadably secured to the threads of the first portion of the elongated kingpin and located adjacent to the mounting plate to abut the upper surface of the mounting plate;the first mounting nut and the second mounting nut arranged to securely affix the elongated kingpin in the mounting plate and to extend the second portion of the elongated kingpin upwardly from the mounting plate; anda tow hitch assembly mounted to the trailer, the tow hitch assembly comprising:a sleeve connected to the trailer;an elongated towing arm connected to the sleeve and having a circular ...

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Номер записи: 14
03-03-2022 дата публикации

MODULAR NON-ELECTRIC AND/OR ELECTRIC POWERED WHEELED CART CAPABLE OF ATTACHING TO A VEHICLE

Номер: US20220063362A1
Автор: MacDonald Edwin Arthur
Принадлежит:

In various implementations, a modular wheeled cart may provide users with flexibility in use and transport. The modular wheeled cart may include interchangeable top components that allow the cart to be utilized as a wagon, a flatbed, an A-frame cart, etc. The modular wheeled cart may include a hitch, which allows the cart to be coupled to a vehicle. The wheeled cart may be motorized and/or may include a removable battery for ease of use.

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Номер записи: 15
25-02-2016 дата публикации

Ultimate Cart Dolly Systems

Номер: US20160052355A1
Автор: R. Courtney Brown
Принадлежит: Individual

A cart and dolly system designed to traverse walkways with heavy loads such as air-conditioning units.

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Номер записи: 16
23-02-2017 дата публикации

UNIVERSAL OFFSET LAWN MOWER TOWING DEVICE

Номер: US20170050480A1
Автор: Perez William
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A universal offset lawn mower towing device includes a hitch engagement unit having a first elongated shaft with an opening along one end. An offset adjustment unit having a second elongated shaft member is slidingly positioned within the first elongated shaft, and further includes a semi-circular plate with a plurality of alignment apertures. A pair of mower attachment arms extend outward from the semi-circular plate and include mower attachment nuts along their distal ends. A safety tether includes an elongated steel cable that runs the length of the device, and connects the safety handle of the upright mower to the riding mower. 1: A universal offset device for towing a push-type lawn mower , said device comprising:a hitch engagement unit that includes a tongue that is in communication with a first end of a first elongated shaft member having an open second end; a semi-circular plate having a curved forward facing end with a plurality of alignment apertures disposed thereon,', 'a second elongated shaft member that is pivotally secured to the semi-circular plate at a first end, and is removably secured within the open second end of the first elongated shaft member, and', 'a mower arm receiver that is secured along the semi-circular plate, said mower arm receiver including an elongated tubular member having an open first end and an open second end; and, 'an offset adjustment unit that includesa pair of mower attachment arms that include:a first generally L-shaped arm having a first end that is slidingly positioned within the open first end of the mower arm receiver, and a second end that includes a mower attachment nut that is configured to engage a first wheel of the push-type lawn mower, anda second generally L-shaped arm having a first end that is slidingly positioned within the open second end of the mower arm receiver, and a second end that includes another mower attachment nut that is configured to engage a second wheel of the push-type lawn mower,wherein ...

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Номер записи: 17
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Adjustable Trailer Connection

Номер: US20170050481A1
Автор: Bidwell Joseph Anthony, Hewitt Jeromy Andrew
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The invention is an extendable, retractable and swiveling arm of the Cobra Hitch that can easily attaches a vehicle to its trailer, without the stressful task of lining up the tow ball with the trailer tongue. The arm is extendable and retractable, swivels left and right and can be manual or remote control operated. An improved hitch is provided for connecting a truck and trailer through a hitch arm which is adjustable in length and, and retractable once engaged to bring the truck and trailer into a position suitable for towing. 1. A hitch comprising:a body with an outside casing, a movement means connected to an extraction/retraction means that is connected an arm where the arm has a hinge.2. A hitch according to comprising:having the movement means be a motor.3. A hitch according to comprising:having the movement means be mechanical.4. A hitch according to comprising:where the movement means is one of a set of a jack, winch, or lever arm.5. A hitch according to comprising:where the hinge turns on a horizontal axis.6. A hitch according to comprising:where the arm moves within the outer casing and can extends beyond the outer casing.7. A hitch according to comprising:having said connecting means be a threaded rod.8. A hitch according to comprising:having said hitch be collapsible.9. A hitch according to comprising:having an additional hinge in the arm.10. A hitch according to comprising:where the arm is detachable.11. A process to extract/retract a hitch comprising:having a hitch with a body with an outside casing, a movement means connected to an extraction/retraction means that is connected an arm where the arm has a hinge; andusing the movement means to move the extraction/retraction means; andhaving the extraction/retraction means pull or release the arm.12. A process according to comprising:having the movement means be a motor.13. A process according to comprising:having the movement means be mechanical.14. A process according to comprising:where the movement ...

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Номер записи: 18
10-03-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE ATTACHMENT CARRIER LOADING GUIDANCE

Номер: US20220071079A1
Автор: BOMLENY DUANE M., Corban Stephen R., Engel Colin D., Ohrstrom Nicholas A., Vandike Nathan R.
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A harvester may include a feeder house, a header mount interface proximate the feeder house; a header removably mounted to the feeder house by the header mount interface, the header having a mount interface for securing the header to a trailer; a sensor to output steering angle signals indicative of a steering angle of the harvester during an approach of the harvester carrying the header towards the trailer, and a controller to output control signals causing the display to overlay a representation of the mount interface on a real-time view of the approach. 1. A harvester comprising:a feeder house;a header mount interface proximate the feeder house;a header removably mounted to the feeder house by the header mount interface, the header having a trailer mount interface for securing the header to a trailer;a sensor to output steering angle signals indicative of a steering angle of the harvester during an approach of the harvester carrying the header towards the trailer; anda controller to output control signals causing a representation of the trailer mount interface to be overlaid on a real-time view of the approach.2. The harvester of further comprising:a camera to capture a real-time image of the approach of the harvester carrying the header towards the trailer, the real-time image serving as the real time view of the approach; anda display to present the real-time image of the approach captured by the camera, wherein the representation of the trailer mount interface is overlaid on the real-time image being displayed by the display.3. The harvester of claim 2 , wherein the camera is to capture a real-time image of an approach of the feeder house towards the header when the header is separated from the harvester claim 2 , the real-time image of the approach of the feeder house towards the header being presented on the display claim 2 , and wherein the controller is to output control signals causing the display to overlay a representation of the header mount interface ...

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Номер записи: 19
21-02-2019 дата публикации

TRACTOR HITCH

Номер: US20190054782A1
Автор: Lasater Nathan, Voss Dru H.
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In accordance with one series of embodiments of the current disclosure, there is provided a tractor hitch system for hitching a tractor to a trailing implement. The tractor hitch system comprises a base, an actuator, a pin and a lever arm. The base is configured to be mountable on a drawbar of the tractor. The actuator is movable between a first position and a second position. The lever arm is attached to the base, connected to the actuator, and attached to the pin. The attachment of the lever arm to the pin allows the pin to pivot and move laterally with respect to the lever arm such that, when the actuator is in the first position, the pin engages the drawbar so as to be able to couple the tractor to the trailing implement, and when the actuator is in the second position, the pin is disengaged from the drawbar so that the tractor is not coupled to the trailing implement. 1. A tractor hitch system for hitching a tractor to a trailing implement , comprising:a base configured to be mountable on a drawbar of the tractor;an actuator movable between a first position and a second position;a pin; anda lever arm rotatably attached to the base, connected to the actuator so that the actuator moving between the first position and the second position rotates the lever arm about a rotatable attachment with the base, and attached to the pin so that the resulting rotational movement of the lever arm moves the pin between a raised position and lowered position, wherein the lever arm is attached to the pin so as to allow the pin to pivot and move laterally with respect to the lever arm such that, when the actuator is in the first position, the pin engages the drawbar so as to be able to couple the tractor to the trailing implement, and when the actuator is in the second position, the pin is disengaged from the drawbar so that the tractor is not coupled to the trailing implement.2. The tractor hitch of claim 1 , further comprising a fulcrum arm which is rotatably attached to the ...

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Номер записи: 20
01-03-2018 дата публикации

All-terrain vehicle hitch

Номер: US20180056737A1
Автор: Alboucq Bradley Dean, Law Park Walter
Принадлежит:

An all-terrain vehicle hitch comprising two revolute joints connected by a hinge joint and means for attaching the hitch to both a vehicle and trailer. The hitch is elevated above the axels of both the vehicle and trailer and allows the trailer to rotate relative to the vehicle. 1. An article of manufacture for attaching a vehicle to a trailer comprising:a vehicle attachment means;a vertical member attached to the vehicle attachment means which extends upward from the vehicle attachment means when the vehicle attachment means is attached to a vehicle;a vertical revolute joint attached to the vertical member;a yoke attached to the knuckle of the vertical revolute joint;a trailer attachment means;a horizontal revolute joint attached to the trailer attachment means;a yoke attached to the knuckle of the horizontal revolute joint; andone or more pins connecting the yoke attached to the vertical revolute joint to the yoke attached to the horizontal revolute joint.2. The article of manufacture of wherein the yoke attached to the knuckle of the vertical revolute joint extends away from the vertical member.3. The article of manufacture of wherein the yoke attached to the knuckle of the horizontal revolute joint extends perpendicular to the pin of the revolute joint.4. The article of manufacture of wherein the vehicle attachment means is a stinger.5. The article of manufacture of wherein the vehicle attachment means is configured with a hole passing perpendicularly through the vehicle attachment means configured to cooperatively couple with a hole in a receptacle attached to a vehicle such that the vehicle attachment means can be secured into the receptacle.6. The article of manufacture of wherein the trailer attachment means is a stinger.7. The article of manufacture of wherein the trailer attachment means is configured with a hole passing perpendicularly through the trailer attachment means configured to cooperatively couple with a hole in a receptacle attached to a trailer ...

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Номер записи: 21
01-03-2018 дата публикации

ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE TRAILER

Номер: US20180056740A1
Автор: Robarge Michael P.
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An all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trailer is provided. The ATV trailer includes an ATV mount operable to secure to a rear end of an ATV/UTV. The ATV trailer further includes a trailer frame having a platform. The trailer frame is pivotally secured to the ATV mount. At least one wheel is secured to a bottom surface of the trailer frame. A locking mechanism is operable to lock the trailer frame in a retracted position and a deployed position. The retracted position includes the trailer frame substantially vertical and pivoted towards the ATV and the deployed position includes the trailer frame substantially horizontal and pivoted away from the ATV. 1. An all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trailer comprising:an ATV mount operable to secure to a rear end of an ATV;a trailer frame comprising a platform, wherein the trailer frame is pivotally secured to the ATV mount;at least one wheel secured to a bottom surface of the trailer frame; anda locking mechanism operable to lock the trailer frame in a retracted position and a deployed position, whereinthe retracted position comprises the trailer frame substantially vertical and pivoted towards the ATV and the deployed position comprises the trailer frame substantially horizontal and pivoted away from the ATV.2. The ATV trailer of claim 1 , wherein the at least one wheel is pivotally secured to a central portion of the bottom surface claim 1 , wherein the wheel pivots about a vertical axis when in the deployed position.3. The ATV trailer of claim 2 , further comprising a wheel lock operable to lock the wheel and prevent the wheel from pivoting about the vertical axis.4. The ATV trailer of claim 2 , wherein the at least one wheel is mounted to the bottom surface by legs comprising an adjustable length.5. The ATV trailer of claim 1 , wherein the ATV mount comprises horizontal mounts operable to secure to a rack of the ATV and vertical mounts attached to and extending downward from the horizontal mounts.6. The ATV trailer of claim 5 , further ...

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Номер записи: 22
05-03-2015 дата публикации

BRACKET DEVICE FOR ATTACHING A MOBILE CONTAINER TO A SMALL TRACTOR FOR LIGHT HAULING

Номер: US20150061260A1
Автор: Lichtenberg Norman
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A device is provided for temporarily attaching a wheelbarrow to a tractor. The device includes a bracket device configured to permit left and right rotation of the wheelbarrow in relation to the tractor and to permit a wheel of the wheelbarrow to move up and down in relation to the tractor while preventing the wheelbarrow from tipping. 1. A device attaching a wheelbarrow to a tractor , the device comprising:a bracket device configured to permit left and right rotation of the wheelbarrow in relation to the tractor and to permit a wheel of the wheelbarrow to move up and down in relation to the tractor while preventing the wheelbarrow from tipping.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the wheelbarrow comprises a single wheel.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the bracket device comprises:a first rotating bracket member enabling the left and right rotation of the wheelbarrow;a second rotating bracket member enabling the wheel of the wheelbarrow to move up and down.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the first bracket member comprises a hollow bar applied to a vertical post; andwherein the left and right rotation of the wheelbarrow is enabled by relative rotation of the bar about the post.5. The device of claim 3 , wherein the bracket device further comprises:a mounting plate attached to a structural plate of the tractor; anda rotating bearing member connecting the mounting plate to the first rotating bracket member.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the rotating bearing member comprises ball bearings.7. The device of claim 5 , wherein the rotating bearing member comprises a flat washer device.8. The device of claim 5 , wherein the second rotating bracket member is attached to the first rotating bracket member with a hinge.9. The device of claim 5 , wherein the second rotating bracket member is attached to the first rotating bracket member with a pair of vertical flat bearing plates connected by an axle.10. The device of claim 3 , wherein the second rotating bracket member ...

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Номер записи: 23
04-03-2021 дата публикации

TWO-WHEEL VEHICLE TRAILER-COUPLING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210061031A1
Автор: LARSON Douglas, LARSON Teena
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A trailer-coupling assembly is described for securing a trailer to a two-wheel vehicle. The trailer-coupling assembly is rigidly fixed to a rear-wheel frame of a two-wheel vehicle and the utility bed of a trailer. The trailer-coupling assembly is comprised of three joints that each rotate about three separate cardinal axes, permitting the trailer to navigate rough terrain without transferring rotational loading to the two-wheel vehicle. Each joint is configured to rotate at least 90 degrees in a clockwise direction and an anti-clockwise direction about a cardinal axis, providing the trailer-coupling assembly with flexibility to navigate the two-wheel vehicle and trailer over various grades of rough terrain. 1. A trailer-coupling assembly for securing a trailer to a two-wheel vehicle , comprising:a first lug component that is rigidly fixed to a rear-wheel frame of the two-wheel vehicle;a first link member that is connected to the first lug component at a first joint, the first joint permitting a first rotation about a first cardinal axis;a second link member that is connected to the first link member via a second joint, the second joint permitting a second rotation about a second cardinal axis that is orthogonal to the first cardinal axis; anda third link member that is connected to the second link member via a third joint, the third joint permitting a third rotation about a third cardinal axis that is orthogonal to the first cardinal axis and the second cardinal axis; anda hitch-connect member that is rigidly fixed to the third link member, the hitch-connect member being further rigidly fixed to the trailer.2. The trailer-coupling assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first cardinal axis is colinear with a longitudinal axis of the first link member.3. The trailer-coupling assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first link member comprises a first free end and a second free end claim 1 ,wherein, the first free end includes a first opening sized to receive a first clevis pin ...

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Номер записи: 24
05-03-2015 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE LENGTH ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR FOR A TRACTOR TRAILER ASSEMBLY WITH DISCONNECT HANDLE AND METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20150064936A1
Автор: BARTOLI ALBERT
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An electrical connector plug configured for use with tractor-trailers has an elongated housing having a hollow interior. A female electrical connector is coupled to a first end of the housing. An electrical cable is coupled to a second end of the housing. A ridge member is formed on a top surface of the housing. A collar is movable along a length of the housing. A locking mechanism is used to secure the collar at different lengths on the housing. A handle is hingly coupled to the collar to disengage the electrical connector plug from an electrical connector.

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Номер записи: 25
17-03-2022 дата публикации

AUTOMATED CARRIER TUGGER MOUNTED ON AN AUTONOMOUS MOBILE ROBOT FOR TUGGING A CARRIER

Номер: US20220080793A1
Автор: BANGALORE SRINIVAS Venkatesh Prasad, CHINTALAPALLI PATTA Venkat Raju, KAMBLE Pradeep Prabhakar
Принадлежит: TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

There exists a limitation while designing tugger device with latching area for gaining a specific orientation of a powered vehicle and orientation of unpowered trailers. This disclosure relates generally to an automated carrier tugger mounted on an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) for tugging a carrier. The automated carrier tugger includes a rotary joint unit, a swivel adaptor unit, and a tugging unit for clamping a horizontal bar. The rotary joint unit includes a vertical fixed shaft and plurality of integral pipes are integrated with a pipe mounting plate at one end. The swivel adaptor unit include the pipe mounting plate mounted onto the plurality of integral pipes and a male spherical joint integrated with a swivel adaptor plate. The tugging unit includes a single rear clamp and a plurality of front clamps with a plurality of flanges mounted onto a plurality of horizontal axis slides to move at required direction. 1100102108. An automated carrier tugger () mounted on an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) () for tugging a carrier () , comprising:{'b': '104', 'claim-text': [{'b': ['216', '214', '202', '204'], '#text': 'a vertical fixed shaft (), fixed at two ends, wherein one end is mounted to a base plate (), and another end is fixed to a counterweight housing () to house a swivel arm (); and'}, {'b': ['212', '226', '212', '226'], '#text': 'a plurality of integral pipes (A-B), integrated with a pipe mounting plate () at one end, wherein the plurality of integral pipes (A-B) are designed to be parallel to each other, wherein the pipe mounting plate () is perpendicular to a ground before tightening a plurality of screws for a required torque;'}], '#text': 'a rotary joint unit (), comprising:'}{'claim-text': [{'b': ['226', '212', '226', '308', '304'], '#text': 'the pipe mounting plate (), which is mounted onto the plurality of integral pipes (A-B), wherein the pipe mounting plate () and a plurality of split connecting joint plates (A-B) are joined to hold a female ...

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Номер записи: 26
17-03-2022 дата публикации

Articulating Trailer

Номер: US20220080794A1
Автор: Gaige Mark
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The invention described herein relates to an articulating trailer. The articulating trailer is configured such that it can be used with an automobile and/or an all-terrain vehicle. The articulating trailer may have two or more removable free wheels or skids mounted to it. The wheels (or skids) may be mounted substantially on the sides of the trailer. Alternatively, the wheels (or skids) may be mounted substantially underneath the trailer bed. The articulating trailer is configured with a trailer tongue extension. The trailer tongue extension is configured such that it attaches to the trailer at one or more independent attachment points. A user may release one attachment point of the trailer tongue extension causing the trailer to articulate. 2. The articulating trailer of claim 1 , wherein said first through hole of said trailer tongue extension is configured to attach said trailer tongue extension to said male trailer coupler at said through hole of said first end of said male trailer coupler.3. The articulating trailer of claim 1 , wherein said male trailer coupler further comprises at least one downward bracket positioned thereon intermediate to said first end and said second end of said male trailer coupler.4. The articulating trailer of claim 3 , wherein said downward bracket of said male trailer coupler has a pair of through holes claim 3 , said through holes configured to receive a locking pin and wherein said downward bracket is configured to attach said trailer tongue extension at said first through hole of said trailer tongue extension.5. The articulating trailer of claim 4 , wherein said trailer tongue extension has at least one upward bracket claim 4 , said upward bracket having a pair of opposing through holes and being positioned on said trailer tongue extension such that said upward extending sidewalls match said through holes of said male trailer coupler.6. The articulating trailer of claim 1 , wherein said wheels are positioned on opposing sides of ...

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Номер записи: 27
28-02-2019 дата публикации

INSULATED STORAGE SYSTEM

Номер: US20190062035A1
Автор: COLLINS Chad Anthony
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An insulated container configured to store cold consumables is disclosed. The container has a body having a curved track wrapping around the body and upon which the body is able to be rolled. The body has an insulated wall encompassing a cavity configured to hold at least ice and consumables. 1. An insulated container configured to store consumables , the container comprising:a body having an insulated wall that encompasses a cavity, the cavity configured to hold consumables;a circumferential trench configured to wrap around a circumference of the body, the trench having opposite facing walls, each wall having a groove configured to receive wheels configured to roll within the groove about the circumference of the body; anda plurality of wheels positioned in the grooves on opposite facing walls and configured to roll while the container remains upright.2. The container of claim 1 , wherein each pair of a plurality of wheel pairs in opposite facing walls are connected by an axle forming a wheelset.3. The container of claim 2 , wherein each axle is covered by a rigid cylindrical tube to enable the tube to function as a solid sleeve bearing.4. The container of claim 3 , further comprising a stringer that snaps to the tube of each wheel pair of a plurality of wheel pairs to hold the wheel pairs in position about a circumference of the body.5. The container of claim 1 , wherein the grooves have flanges to retain the wheels within the grooves.6. The container of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , at a periphery of the container claim 1 , there is a slot on either side of the trench claim 1 , the slots being disposed in the grooves and dimensioned to receive a wheel to enable the wheel to be inserted into a respective groove.7. The container of claim 1 , further comprising a circumferential track wrapping around the circumferential trench.8. The container of claim 7 , further comprising connectors on an underside of the track to securely snap the track to a solid sleeve bushing ...

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Номер записи: 28
28-02-2019 дата публикации

Method and system for transporting an autonomous agricultural vehicle

Номер: US20190064795A1
Автор: Brett Gutknecht, Michael Berggren
Принадлежит: CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC

In one aspect, a method is disclosed for transporting an autonomous agricultural vehicle and an operator-driven agricultural vehicle from a first agricultural work site to a second agricultural work site. Each of the vehicles may have respective front ends and rear ends, and each of the respective rear ends may include a respective hitch. The method may include arranging the autonomous agricultural vehicle and the operator-driven agricultural vehicle such that the rear end of the autonomous agricultural vehicle faces the rear end of the operator-driven agricultural vehicle. The method may include coupling the hitch of the autonomous agricultural vehicle with the hitch of the operator-driven agricultural vehicle. The method may include towing the autonomous agricultural vehicle behind the operator-driven agricultural vehicle with the rear end of the autonomous agricultural vehicle facing a forward travel direction of the operator-driven agricultural vehicle.

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Номер записи: 29
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Two-Point Hitch Mount Systems

Номер: US20190070914A1
Автор: DeMott Derek, Thompson Kent L.
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Hitch mount systems for connecting an implement to a vehicle having two hitch arms are disclosed. The hitch mount systems may include a shaft configured to be attached to the two hitch arms of the vehicle and a yoke assembly. The yoke assembly includes first and second shaft slots for removably receiving the shaft. 1. A hitch mount system for attaching an implement to a vehicle having two hitch arms , the hitch mount system comprising:a shaft configured to be attached to ball joints of the two hitch arms of the vehicle; a main body portion;', 'a first arm extending forward from the main body portion and having a first downward-facing shaft slot for removably receiving the shaft;', 'a second arm extending forward from the main body portion and having a second downward-facing shaft slot for removably receiving the shaft, the main body portion having a lateral axis that is parallel to the shaft axis when the shaft is received in the first shaft slot and the second shaft slot., 'a yoke assembly comprising2. The hitch mount system as set forth in comprising:a first stop for contacting the shaft as the vehicle moves toward the implement; anda second stop for contacting the shaft as the vehicle moves toward the implement.3. The hitch mount system as set forth in wherein the hitch mount system has a vertical axis claim 2 , the first downward-facing shaft slot being above the first stop with respect to the vertical axis and the second downward-facing shaft slot being above the second stop with respect to the vertical axis.4. The hitch mount system as set forth in wherein:the first arm comprises a first arm base portion and a first arm forward projection, the first downward-facing shaft slot being formed between the first arm base portion and the first arm forward projection, the first arm base portion forming the first stop; andthe second arm comprises a second arm base portion and a second arm forward projection, the second downward-facing shaft slot being formed between ...

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Номер записи: 30
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Motor Vehicle Carrier for a Hand-Pushed Broadcast Spreader

Номер: US20190082584A1
Автор: Aloisio Shawn, Jantz Keith
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A carrier mountable to a vehicle for carrying a conventional broadcast spreader features a mounting bar for coupling to the vehicle in a mounted condition and a holder arranged at an end of the mounting bar for supporting the spreader. The holder has a first portion which is in fixed relation to the mounting bar and a second portion which is pivotally coupled to the first portion so as to be movable from a storage position to a lowered position where a front end of the second portion is arranged at the ground. The holder includes a first receptacle for receiving a lower portion of the spreader and a pair of channels, one of which is supported on the second portion so as to be movable therewith and another one which is supported in fixed position on the first portion, which collectively form an enclosure for receiving the leg of the spreader in the storage position. 1. A carrier mountable to a vehicle for carrying a spreader which comprises a frame , a hopper mounted on the frame for receiving particulate material to be spread , the hopper having an opening at or adjacent its bottom for discharging the particulate material , an axle carried by the frame at or adjacent the bottom of the hopper , wheels rotatably coupled on the axle for rolling engagement with the ground , a spreading device beneath the opening that is operatively coupled to the axle so as to be driven by rotation of the wheels for propelling the particulate material away from the spreader , a leg extending downwardly from the hopper for resting on the ground , and a handle extending upwardly from the hopper for gripping by a user , the carrier comprising:a mounting bar for coupling to the vehicle in a mounted condition;the mounting bar extending between a first end and a second end which is arranged to be located beyond the vehicle;a holder arranged at the second end of the mounting bar for supporting the spreader thereon;the holder comprising a first portion supported in fixed relation at the second ...

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Номер записи: 31
30-03-2017 дата публикации

HITCH MODULE

Номер: US20170086346A1
Автор: Beeck Mark D., Payne David A., Ruckle Jarrod
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A hitch module adapted to be coupled to a frame of a work machine or towed assembly. The hitch module includes a carrier assembly having a first plate and a second plate coupled to one another. The first and second plates are spaced from one another by a first distance, where both plates define a pivot axis. A guide assembly defines a longitudinal axis and is pivotally coupled to the carrier assembly about the pivot axis. The guide assembly has a first guide plate and a second guide plate coupled to and spaced by a second distance from one another. A hitch assembly is disposed at least partially between the first and second plate of the carrier assembly and the first and the second guide plate. The hitch link assembly is pivotal about the pivot axis and movable along the longitudinal axis. 1. A hitch module , comprising:a carrier assembly including a first plate and a second plate coupled to one another, the first and second plates spaced from one another by a first distance, where both plates define a pivot axis;a guide assembly defining a longitudinal axis and being pivotally coupled to the carrier assembly about the pivot axis, the guide assembly having a first guide plate and a second guide plate coupled to and spaced by a second distance from one another, where the second distance is greater than the first distance; anda hitch assembly disposed at least partially between the first and second plate of the carrier assembly and the first and the second guide plate, the hitch link assembly being pivotal about the pivot axis relative to the carrier assembly and movable along the longitudinal axis relative to the guide assembly.2. The hitch module of claim 1 , wherein the hitch assembly comprises a hitch link that is movable to a plurality of positions relative to the guide assembly and carrier assembly claim 1 , the plurality of positions defined within a trapezoidal-shaped area having at least four points claim 1 , wherein a first point is at the first position and ...

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Номер записи: 32
31-03-2016 дата публикации

TRAILER HITCH ATTACHABLE CARTS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

Номер: US20160090114A1
Автор: Blackburn Roy Elmer, Rackleff Richard Kevin
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Trailer hitch attachable carts are disclosed. Methods of making trailer hitch attachable carts, and methods of using trailer hitch attachable carts are also disclosed. 1. A trailer hitch attachable cart , said cart comprising:a cart platform, said cart platform having an upper major surface, a lower major surface opposite said upper major surface, a platform length, and a platform width;a first tubular member attached to said lower major surface, said first tubular member having a first size and a first cross-sectional shape so as to enable attachment of said cart to a trailer hitch receiving member;a cart handle; anda storage system for storing said cart handle when in a storage position, said storage system comprising one or more cart handle seating members attached to said lower major surface, each of said one or more cart handle seating members being sized to accept and support a portion of said cart handle therethrough.2. The trailer hitch attachable cart of claim 1 , wherein said cart further comprises a second tubular member having a second size and a second cross-sectional shape so as to be snugly positioned within said first tubular member claim 1 , said second tubular member having a first engagement end sized to be snugly positioned within said first tubular member claim 1 , and a second engagement end claim 1 , opposite said first engagement end claim 1 , sized to be snugly positioned within a trailer hitch receiving member.3. The trailer hitch attachable cart of claim 2 , wherein said cart further comprises three or more wheels (i) permanently attached to said lower major surface of said cart platform and (ii) extending below said first tubular member.4. The trailer hitch attachable cart claim 3 , wherein said platform length is greater than said platform width claim 3 , and said platform length is approximately equal to a width of a vehicle.5. The trailer hitch attachable cart of claim 3 , wherein said first tubular member is positioned at an ...

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Номер записи: 33
30-03-2017 дата публикации

SELF-PROPELLED, TOWABLE CORING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170089138A1
Автор: Colangelo Pasquale, Pollock Andrew Leslie, Pollock Edward Marshall
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A self-propelled, towable coring apparatus includes a base structure having at least one primary wheel. A rotary spindle drives a coring element. A support mechanism supports the rotary spindle and displaces the rotary spindle upwardly and downwardly relative to a ground surface. At least one engine is supported by the base structure and provides power to the at least one primary wheel to propel the apparatus, and to the rotary spindle to drive the coring element. A tow member is connected to the base structure for trailering the apparatus by a towing vehicle. 1. A self-propelled , towable coring apparatus , comprising:a base structure having a forward end and a rearward end;at least one primary wheel arranged to support the base structure;a rotary spindle operable for driving a coring element;a support mechanism connected to the forward end of the base structure, the support mechanism supporting the rotary spindle and operable to displace the rotary spindle upwardly and downwardly relative to a ground surface;at least one engine supported by the base structure and operable to provide power to (i) rotate the at least one primary wheel to propel the apparatus, and (ii) rotate the rotary spindle to drive the coring element; anda tow member connected to the rearward end of the base structure for trailering the apparatus by a towing vehicle.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , comprising a bracket fixed to the rearward end of the base structure claim 1 , and the tow member comprises a proximal end that is mounted to the bracket claim 1 , a distal end spaced apart from the proximal end claim 1 , and a hitch connector fixed to the distal end.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least one primary wheel is arranged towards the forward end of the base structure claim 2 , and further comprising at least one secondary wheel coupled to the tow member and claim 2 , in a driving configuration claim 2 , the at least one primary wheel and the at least one secondary wheel are ...

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Номер записи: 34
07-04-2016 дата публикации

Transportable Barbecue Smoker Trailer

Номер: US20160095328A1
Автор: Reed Ryan M.
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A barbecue smoker trailer having a separate heat source and improved air flow for providing even heating and smoke to the cooking chamber such that barbecuing, grilling and smoking temperatures can be reached within the cooking chamber and maintained without direct or open flames. The smoker trailer also has detachable parts that can easily be removed and placed inside the cooking chamber for storage or shipping. 1. A smoking and grilling apparatus with increased airflow and an indirect heating source comprising:a cooking chamber having front, back, top and bottom sections,a firebox chamber for providing the heat and smoke for said cooking chamber,a triangular channel member for connecting the firebox and cooking chambers, andone or more smoke stacks for releasing excess heat and smoke from the cooking chamber.2. The apparatus of wherein the triangular channel member contains a narrowing opening within the cooking chamber for releasing heat and smoke into the cooking chamber.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the triangular channel member contains a plurality of channel holes within the cooking chamber whereby heat and smoke can more rapidly be disbursed within the cooking chamber.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a removable trailer and hitch whereby the apparatus can be transported from one location to another.5. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the flow of heat and smoke from the front of the cooking chamber to the smoke stacks at the back of the top of the cooking chamber creates an increased heat flow throughout the cooking chamber for barbecuing and grilling.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a trailer for transporting said apparatus.7. The apparatus of claim 5 , further comprising a temperature gauge within the cooking chamber on the exterior door whereby the interior temperature can be determined without opening the cooking chamber.8. The apparatus of claim 5 , further comprising one or more tables for holding food items ...

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Номер записи: 35
08-04-2021 дата публикации

Vehicle Hauling Apparatus

Номер: US20210101427A1
Автор: Ayoub Maroun Youssef
Принадлежит: DMA, Corp.

A vehicle hauling apparatus for hauling a second vehicle with a first vehicle includes: a hitch bar for attaching the apparatus to a hitch receiver; a first rail mounted and arranged vertically to the hitch bar; a second rail mounted and arranged to slide vertically along the first rail; a jacking mechanism connecting the first rail to the second rail so as to lift and lower the second rail; a first element of a pivot attached to the second rail; a wheel cradle in which a tire of the second vehicle may be seated; and a second element of the pivot attached to the wheel cradle; whereby the tire of the second vehicle may be rolled along a ground surface into the wheel cradle while the wheel cradle rests on the ground surface and then be raised into a position for hauling by the jacking mechanism. A vehicle hitch jacking accessory, includes: a hitch bar for attaching the vehicle hitch jacking accessory to a hitch receiver of a vehicle; a first rail mounted and arranged vertically to the hitch bar; a second rail mounted and arranged to slide vertically along the first rail; a jacking mechanism connecting the first rail to the second rail so as to lift and lower the second rail; and a secondary hitch receiver attached to the second rail, whereby a second accessory having a hitch bar may be attached to the vehicle hitch jacking accessory. 1. A vehicle hauling apparatus for hauling a second vehicle with a first vehicle , comprising:a hitch bar for attaching the apparatus to a hitch receiver of the first vehicle;a first rail mounted and arranged vertically to the hitch bar;a second rail mounted and arranged to slide vertically along the first rail;a jacking mechanism connecting the first rail to the second rail so as to lift and lower the second rail;a first element of a pivot attached to the second rail;a wheel cradle in which a tire of the second vehicle may be seated; anda second element of the pivot attached to the wheel cradle; wherebythe tire of the second vehicle may ...

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Номер записи: 36
08-04-2021 дата публикации

BRACKET SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR A TRACTOR HOIST

Номер: US20210101649A1
Автор: Bell Jerry
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A bracket support system to connect a hoist to a connector rod and at least one hoist connector of a tractor, the bracket support system including an upper mask bracket removably disposed on a mounting mask to connect to the connector rod, at least one lower bracket removably disposed on a rear of the hoist, a stiffener bracket disposed on at least a portion of the hoist to prevent damage to the mounting mask in response to lifting at least one object on the hoist, and a support shaft disposed within at least a portion of the rear of the hoist. 1. A bracket support system to connect a hoist to a connector rod and at least one hoist connector of a tractor , the bracket support system comprising:an upper mask bracket removably disposed on a mounting mask to connect to the connector rod;at least one lower bracket removably disposed on a rear of the hoist;a stiffener bracket disposed on at least a portion of the hoist to prevent damage to the mounting mask in response to lifting at least one object on the hoist; anda support shaft disposed within at least a portion of the rear of the hoist.2. The bracket support system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one lower bracket receives the at least one hoist connector therein claim 1 , such that the at least one lower bracket moves the hoist in response to movement of the tractor.3. The bracket support system of claim 1 , wherein the support shaft receives the at least one hoist connector thereupon claim 1 , such that the support shaft moves the hoist in response to movement of the tractor.4. The bracket support system of claim 1 , wherein the stiffener bracket prevents the mounting mask from bending.5. The bracket support system of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one hydraulic cylinder disposed on at least a portion of the mounting mask to move a boom on the hoist in response to movement of the hydraulic cylinder.6. A bracket support system to connect a trailer to a tractor claim 1 , the bracket support system ...

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Номер записи: 37
13-04-2017 дата публикации

Hitch System

Номер: US20170100974A1
Автор: SMITH Evan Thomas
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In one embodiment, a hitch system, comprising: an upper support structure comprising a first pivot mount at one end of the upper support structure and a second pivot mount at the other end of the upper support structure; a lower structural assembly comprising a base having a third pivot mount at one end of the base and a fourth pivot mount at the other end of the base, the lower structural assembly further comprising first and second lift arms pivotably connected respectively to the third and fourth pivot mounts; and first and second actuators each comprising a retractable member and independently operable, the first actuator pivotably connected at one end of the first actuator to the first pivot mount and pivotably connected at the other end of the first actuator to the first lift arm, the second actuator pivotably connected at one end of the second actuator to the second pivot mount and pivotably connected at the other end of the second actuator to the second lift arm. 1. A hitch system , comprising:an upper support structure comprising a first pivot mount at one end of the upper support structure and a second pivot mount at the other end of the upper support structure;a lower structural assembly comprising a base having a third pivot mount at one end of the base and a fourth pivot mount at the other end of the base, the lower structural assembly further comprising first and second lift arms pivotably connected respectively to the third and fourth pivot mounts; andfirst and second actuators each comprising a retractable member and independently operable, the first actuator pivotably connected at one end of the first actuator to the first pivot mount and pivotably connected at the other end of the first actuator to the first lift arm, the second actuator pivotably connected at one end of the second actuator to the second pivot mount and pivotably connected at the other end of the second actuator to the second lift arm.2. The hitch system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 38
04-04-2019 дата публикации

FRONT LOAD TRAILER HITCH CONFIGURATION WITH INTEGRATED FLOOR TILT FRAME

Номер: US20190100063A1
Автор: VanNahmen Alan G.
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A hitch assembly that is adapted for allowing the loading and unloading of cargo at the forward end of a trailer. The assembly may comprise a pivot axis, defined by a pivotable connection device, and a first plane, defined by a hitch frame, operably attached to a second plane, defined by a trailer frame of the trailer, by the pivotable connection device. The assembly can be selectively pivoted and secured between at least a first position, a second position, and a third position relative to the trailer frame, wherein the first plane and the second plane may be angularly offset from one another when the assembly is in a position other than the first position. Further, the front end of the trailer frame moves downwardly relative to the coupling means when the hitch assembly is in the second position and upwardly when the hitch assembly is in the third position. 1. A hitch assembly comprising:a hitch frame generally defining a first plane;a coupling means provided at a distal end of the hitch frame;a pivotable connection device provided at a proximal end of the hitch frame, wherein the pivotable connection device is adapted for selectively pivoting the hitch assembly relative to a trailer frame to which the hitch assembly is adapted for being operably attached; anda pivot axis defined by the pivotable connection device, wherein the pivot axis is angularly offset from a second plane generally defined by the trailer frame.2. The hitch assembly of claim 1 , wherein the pivot axis is angularly offset from the second plane in at least one of a lateral direction and a longitudinal direction.3. The hitch assembly of claim 1 , wherein the pivot axis is angularly offset from the second plane by an offset angle of between about 70° and about 87°.4. The hitch assembly of claim 1 , wherein the hitch assembly is pivotable between a first position and a second position relative to the trailer frame.5. The hitch assembly of claim 4 , wherein the first plane and the second plane are ...

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Номер записи: 39
02-06-2022 дата публикации

Impact compactor

Номер: US20220170221A1
Автор: Roger Arnold Stromsoe
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention relates to an impact compactor which includes a first part on which at least one non-round compactor drum is rotatably mounted; and a second part which is connected to, and movable relative to, the first part. The impact compactor also includes a damping arrangement which is connected between the first and second parts and which is configured to provide a damping function for the relative movement between the first and second parts. The damping arrangement includes an outer tubular member which defines a non-circular inner channel/passage; a non-circular inner shaft member which defines a first axis of rotation and which is positioned, at least partially, in the channel/passage defined by the outer tubular member; and at least one wedge formation which is wedged between the shaft member and the tubular member. The wedge formation is at least partially resiliently deformable and is configured to resist/oppose relative rotation between the shaft member and the tubular member about the first axis of rotation. One of the members is connected to the first part, while the other member is connected to the second part.

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Номер записи: 40
02-04-2020 дата публикации

CONNECTOR FOR CONNECTING TRAILERS IN MOBILE ROBOTIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME

Номер: US20200101804A1
Автор: Wei Zihang
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A mobile robotic device, a connector for connecting trailers in mobile robotic device and a method of controlling the device for yaw control and pitch control are provided. The connector includes: a first body; a second body connected to the first body and rotatable with respect to the first body about a first axis; a third body connected to the first body and rotatable with respect to the first body about a second axis; and a fourth body connected to the second body and rotatable with respect to the second body about a third axis, wherein the connector is switchable between a yaw control mode in which the second body is driven to rotate with respect to the first body in a horizontal plane and a pitch control mode in which the second body is driven to rotate with respect to the first body in a vertical plane. 1. A connector for connecting trailers in a mobile robotic device , comprising:a first body;a second body which is connected to the first body and rotatable with respect to the first body about a first axis;a third body which is connected to the first body and rotatable with respect to the first body about a second axis; anda fourth body which is connected to the second body and rotatable with respect to the second body about a third axis,wherein the connector is switchable between a yaw control mode in which the second body is driven to rotate with respect to the first body in a horizontal plane and a pitch control mode in which the second body is driven to rotate with respect to the first body in a vertical plane.2. The connector of claim 1 , wherein in the yaw control mode claim 1 , the first body is at a first position with respect to the third body and the second body is at a second position with respect to the fourth body; and in the pitch control mode claim 1 , the first body is at a third position with respect to the third body and the second body is at a fourth position with respect to the fourth body claim 1 , wherein rotation angle difference between ...

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Номер записи: 41
28-04-2016 дата публикации

TRACTOR-IMPLEMENT COUPLING MECHANISM

Номер: US20160113188A1
Автор: DUPPONG STEVEN A., Huegerich Tony J.
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A coupling assembly couples a towed implement having a tongue to a vehicle having a pickup hitch. The coupling assembly includes a coupler manifold which is mounted to the vehicle and which supports vehicle couplers. An implement coupler frame is attached to the tongue, and an implement plate is movably coupled to the implement coupler frame. The implement plate supports implement couplers for mating engagement with the vehicle couplers. The manifold is engagable with the implement plate. Spring members are biased to urge the implement plate towards the manifold. 1. A coupling assembly for coupling a towed implement to a vehicle , the implement having a tongue , and the vehicle having a pickup hitch having a drawbar slidable in a pivotal housing , the coupling assembly comprising:a coupler manifold mounted to the vehicle, the coupler manifold supporting at least one vehicle coupler;an implement coupler frame fixedly attached to the tongue; andan implement plate movably coupled to the implement coupler frame, the implement plate supporting at least one implement coupler for mating engagement with the vehicle coupler;wherein the implement coupler frame supports an implement PTO coupler member which is releasably engagable with a vehicle PTO device.2. (canceled)3. The coupling assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the manifold is engagable with the implement plate.4. The coupling assembly of claim 3 , wherein:a support bracket projects from the coupler frame, the support bracket having a bore extending therethrough;a support bolt is slidably received by the support bracket, an end of the support bolt is attached to the implement plate; anda resilient spring member is biased to urge the implement plate towards the manifold.5. The coupling assembly of claim 4 , wherein:the resilient spring member is mounted around the support bolt.6. The coupling assembly of claim 3 , further comprising:a plurality of support brackets mounted to the coupler frame, each support bracket having a ...

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Номер записи: 42
18-04-2019 дата публикации

Surface maintenance machine with removable storage

Номер: US20190110657A1
Автор: Brett Jason Carlson, Jacob L. STOCK, John C. Ickes, Laurence A. Jensen, Martin L. Dickrell, Matthew Ryan Baldwin, Michael M. DIMOVSKI, Stefan Sehmke
Принадлежит: Tennant Co

A coupling mechanism for removably coupling a storage cart to a surface maintenance machine includes a cart-side connector connectable to the storage cart and a machine-side connector connectable to the surface maintenance machine. The coupling mechanism includes a connecting rod engageable with the machine-side connector. The coupling mechanism includes a bracket assembly positioned between the cart-side connector and the machine-side connector. The bracket assembly can receive the connecting rod to engage therewith to facilitate a first relative movement between the connecting rod and a portion of the bracket assembly in a direction perpendicular to a floor surface on which the surface maintenance machine is traveling, and a pivoting of the bracket assembly about a pivot axis passing through the connecting rod.

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Номер записи: 43
18-04-2019 дата публикации

TRAILER TOW ASSIST APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20190111743A1
Автор: GRIEVE DENNIS
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A trailer tow assist apparatus comprises a screw and nut drive with a housing, an actuation member coupled to a screw, a wheel assembly, a rigid member upstanding on said wheel assembly and a compressible and resilient member mounted within the housing in a contact with rigid member. A mounting member is provided for attaching the housing to the trailer frame or tow bar. The housing and the mounting member can be adapted with apertures for height adjustment purposes. 1. A trailer tow assist apparatus for a trailer with a frame and a hitch socket defining a hitch end of the trailer , comprising:a wheel mounting member with a wheel axle;a wheel mounted for a rotation on said wheel axle, said wheel engaging a ground surface during use of said trailer tow assist apparatus;a threaded screw and nut drive defining an elongated housing and a portion of a screw extending outwardly from one end of said housing;an actuation member coupled to said portion of said screw extending outwardly from said one end of said housing and configured to rotate said threaded screw about a vertical axis;a support mounting member configured to couple said housing to a portion of the frame; first apertures exposed from an exterior surface of said housing, said first apertures spaced at a distance from each other in said vertical direction during said use of said trailer tow assist apparatus,', 'at least one second aperture in said support mounting member, said at least one aperture that aligns with one first aperture from said first apertures during said use of said trailer tow assist apparatus, and, 'a height adjusting assembly, comprisinga pin passed, during said use of said trailer tow assist apparatus, through said at least one second aperture aligned with said one first aperture;a rigid member comprising a first end and a second end spaced from said first end in a generally vertical direction during said use of said trailer tow assist apparatus;a connection between one of said first end and ...

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Номер записи: 44
09-04-2020 дата публикации

CART COUPLING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20200109017A1
Автор: Best Richmond Emory
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Various embodiments described herein, relates to a sortation conveyer system comprising a cart coupling assembly for coupling two adjacent carts. The cart coupling assembly includes a coupling disc having: (a) a control slot, (b) a bearing slot, and (c) one or more arcuately shaped mounting slots. The coupling disc is mounted on a cart such that, upon rotation of the coupling disc, a control slot cavity defined by the control slot slid ably moves about a position register screw along the control slot cavity and a cavity defined by a respective mounting slot slid ably moves relative to a respective mounting pin received in the mounting slot. 1. A cart coupling assembly , comprising: a bearing slot adapted to hold a bearing, wherein the bearing slot is located at a center of the coupling disc, wherein the bearing slot is configured to engage, with a bearing hub assembly of the adjacent cart;', 'a mounting slot through which a bolt can be fastened to the adjacent cart; and', 'a control slot with one or more position registers defined along a control slot cavity of the control slot, the one or more position registers configured to one of restrict or allow a sliding movement of the control slot cavity, while the coupling disc rotates relative to the bearing slot, and wherein in response to rotation of the coupling disc, a gap distance between the cart coupling assembly and the adjacent cart varies without transverse movement of the coupling disc., 'a coupling disc configured to couple to an adjacent cart, wherein the coupling disc comprises2. The cart coupling assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of mounting slots that define a plurality of mounting slot cavities along which a set of mounting pins slide claim 1 , upon the rotation of the coupling disc.3. The cart coupling assembly of wherein claim 2 , the control slot cavity and the mounting slot cavities defined by a structure of the control slot and each of the mounting slots respectively claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 45
04-05-2017 дата публикации

TOW APPARATUS

Номер: US20170120795A1
Автор: Masanz Mark A.
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Tow apparatuses are described herein. For example, in one or more embodiments of the present disclosure a tow apparatus includes a platform having a plurality supports for maintaining at least one wheel of a vehicle to be towed on the platform, at least one ground interface mechanism connected to the bottom of the platform, a tongue having a first portion for attachment to a tow vehicle, a second portion attached to the platform, and a hinge between the first and second portions to allow the first portion to tilt with respect to the second portion, and a mechanism to allow the ground interface mechanism on the platform to change direction with respect to the tow vehicle. 1. A tow apparatus , comprising:a platform having a plurality supports for maintaining at least one wheel of a vehicle to be towed on the platform;at least one ground interface mechanism connected to the bottom of the platform;a tongue having a first portion for attachment to a tow vehicle, a second portion attached to the platform, and a hinge between the first and second portions to allow the first portion to tilt with respect to the second portion; anda mechanism to allow the ground interface mechanism on the platform to change direction with respect to the tow vehicle.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the platform includes an extension that is attached to the platform and thereby increases the surface area of the platform.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tongue includes a bend between the platform and the hinge allowing the tow apparatus to be positioned closer to the ground.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the platform includes a front support and a back support.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tongue includes a swiveling tongue mechanism allowing one end of the tongue to move with respect to the platform.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the apparatus includes a releasable locking mechanism to selectively stop the movable one end of the tongue from moving with ...

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Номер записи: 46
25-04-2019 дата публикации

Axle load monitoring system

Номер: US20190118605A1
Автор: Brooks Strong, Joshua Cayne Fisher
Принадлежит: Individual

An axle load monitoring system for a load-transporting motor vehicle having one or more auxiliary axles wherein the monitoring system detects a noncompliant carrying-weight condition when the current gross vehicle weight is more than a prescribed maximum allowable gross vehicle weight assigned thereto and/or the current carrying weight of any primary axle and any designated axle group is more than a prescribed maximum allowable carrying weight assigned thereto. And if the current gross vehicle weight is equal to or less than the prescribed maximum allowable gross vehicle weight and the current center of gravity of the vehicle is in a compliance-manageable range which is established by the monitoring system and specific to the vehicle, the monitoring system recommends auxiliary axle usage that would result in compliance with the prescribed maximum and minimum allowable carrying weight assigned to each of the primary axles, any designated axle group and any utilized auxiliary axle.

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Номер записи: 47
12-05-2016 дата публикации

Transfer Dump Truck Safety Light

Номер: US20160129742A1
Автор: Erickson Eric Dale
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A dump truck safety light device for a transfer dump truck system. The dump truck safety light device is coupled to a trailer reach or tongue. The dump truck safety light device is configured to be in a raised configuration or in a lowered configuration. The dump truck safety light device announces the presence of a trailer reach to another vehicle that is following slightly behind a dump truck in the next lane to the left. Without the dump truck safety light device, the trailer reach would be hidden to the driver of the other vehicle in a blind spot created by the passenger door of the other vehicle.

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Номер записи: 48
10-05-2018 дата публикации

UTILITY CART AND DOCKING APPARATUS THERE FOR

Номер: US20180127009A1
Автор: COLLINS Chad Anthony
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Some embodiments include a utility cart. In some embodiments, the utility cart includes an insulated cold storage compartment; a dry storage compartment, the dry storage compartment configured to retract-ably extend horizontally; a base and front and rear wheels connected to the base. 1. A utility cart , comprising:an insulated cold storage compartment;a dry storage compartment, the dry storage compartment configured to retractably extend horizontally relative to the insulated cold storage compartment;a base supporting the insulated cold storage compartment and the dry storage compartment; andfront and rear wheels attached to the base.2. The utility cart of claim 1 , further comprising a pivot-able handle connected to the base.3. The utility cart of claim 2 , further comprising a refrigeration unit to refrigerate the cold storage compartment.4. The utility cart of claim 3 , further comprising a rechargeable battery mounted to the pivot-able handle to power the refrigeration unit to refrigerate the cold storage compartment.5. The utility cart of claim 4 , further comprising a wireless transceiver supported by one of the handle claim 4 , the base claim 4 , the insulated cold storage compartment and the dry storage compartment to communicate with at least one of a point-of-sale device and a mobile device.6. The utility cart of claim 5 , further comprising a display supported by the handle and configured to display information concerning content of at least one of the insulated cold storage compartment and the dry storage compartment.7. The utility cart of claim 1 , further comprising a leverage foot pad attached to the base claim 1 , the leverage foot pad providing leverage to tilt the utility cart backward onto the rear wheels.8. The utility cart of claim 1 , further comprising at least one weight sensor attached to the base to weigh contents of at least one of the dry storage compartment and the insulated cold storage compartment.9. The utility cart of claim 8 , ...

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Номер записи: 49
11-05-2017 дата публикации

FAIL-SAFE LATCH MECHANISM

Номер: US20170129296A1
Автор: Dawson Shawn, Scarth Ian
Принадлежит:

A latch and fail-safe mechanism suitable for use with an industrial cart, dolly, trailer or other types mobile platforms or carriers. According to an embodiment, the latch comprises a housing or enclosure, a latch mechanism, a hitch hook and a fail-safe mechanism. The housing includes a back-plate configured to attach the latch to a mounting bracket or frame plate on the cart. The latch mechanism is operatively coupled to the hitch hook and configured to bias the hitch hook in a closed or engaging position. The fail-safe mechanism is operatively coupled to the hitch hook and configured to bias and maintain the hitch hook in the closed position in the event of failure of the latch mechanism. 1. A latch suitable for use with an industrial cart , said latch comprising:a support structure configured to be connected to the industrial cart;a hitch hook operatively coupled to said support structure and configured to move between a closed position and an open position;a latch mechanism coupled to said hitch hook and configured to bias said hitch hook to said closed position; anda fail-safe mechanism coupled to said hitch hook and configured to bias said hitch hook to said closed position and maintain said hitch hook in said closed position during a failure of said latch mechanism.2. The latch as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said hitch hook comprises a hook end claim 1 , and a pivot end configured to allow said hook end to move between said closed position and said open position claim 1 , and said fail-safe mechanism comprises a counterweight connected to the pivot end of said hitch hook and being configured to swing said hitch hook to said closed position.3. The latch as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said latch mechanism comprises an actuator connected to said hitch hook and being configured to be responsive to an applied force to move said hitch hook to said open position claim 2 , and further comprising a spring operatively coupled to said actuator and configured to bias ...

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Номер записи: 50
02-05-2019 дата публикации

TRAILER HITCH ATTACHMENT

Номер: US20190126699A1
Автор: Cory Jason
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The present invention provides a trailer hitch attachment for a front end loader. The trailer hitch attachment comprises a frame having a first frame member perpendicularly affixed to a second frame member. The first frame member includes a channel configured to slidably receive a first end of an elongated member. The first frame member and the first end of the elongated each include an aperture that receives a fastener to secure the first end of the elongated member within the channel. A second end of the elongated member further comprises a universal ball mount having a plurality of ball hitches thereon. The second frame member is affixed to a panel that removably secures to a surface of a front end loader via a fastener. In an alternative embodiment, the frame further includes a pair of support members that are diagonally disposed between the first and second frame member. 1) A trailer hitch attachment , comprising:an elongated member having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end includes an aperture along each side thereof, and the second end includes a universal ball mount having a plurality of ball hitches thereon;a frame comprising a first frame member perpendicularly affixed to a second frame member, wherein the first frame member includes a channel configured to slidably receive the first end of the elongated member;wherein the first frame member includes a pair of openings disposed on opposing sides of the channel, wherein each of the pair of openings are configured to align with the aperture on each side of the elongated member, such that pair of openings and the aperture on each side of the elongated member are adapted to receive a fastener therethrough;wherein the second frame member is affixed to a panel having a plurality of apertures, wherein the plurality of apertures are configured to receive a plurality of fasteners, such that the panel is removably securable to a surface of a bucket of a front end loader.2) The trailer hitch ...

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Номер записи: 51
02-05-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY LEVELING AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

Номер: US20190126912A1
Автор: Barrick Christopher, Endsley John C., Henry James W., Meiners Tracey D., Peterson Klint J.
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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 ...

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Номер записи: 52
30-04-2020 дата публикации

Dolly for attachment to a vehicle hitch

Номер: US20200130722A1
Автор: Etienne Couture, Yves Gamache
Принадлежит: Inotev Inc

A dolly for attachment to a vehicle hitch is disclosed. The dolly includes a connection assembly for connecting and disconnecting the dolly to the vehicle hitch. The connection assembly also allows to position the dolly from a ramp position in which the support surface is inclined, to a loading position in which the support surface is raised and parallel to the ground, for loading the object from the dolly to the vehicle. The connection assembly also allows to position the dolly from the loading position to a transport position. In the transport position, the support surface is upright and extends along the rear of the vehicle, for transporting the dolly with the vehicle, once the object has been loaded in the vehicle. A method of operating the dolly is also provided.

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Номер записи: 53
26-05-2016 дата публикации

Hydraulic Towing System

Номер: US20160144678A1
Автор: Burnell R. Kringstad
Принадлежит: Safe T Pull Inc

A hydraulic towing system for use with towing vehicles lacking hydraulics. The present invention generally includes a hydraulic housing which is mounted to a towing device. The hydraulic housing includes an internal compartment which stores a hydraulic system for controlling the towing device. A reservoir, pump, and control are used to control flow of hydraulic fluid through a plurality of hydraulic conduits. First and second hydraulic conduits are linked with a lift actuator which acts to transition the towing device between a lowered position for use and a raised position for storage. Third and fourth hydraulic conduits are linked with a catch actuator, which acts to mount the towing device to a towed vehicle by extending an engaging member to through a hitch of the towed vehicle. Thus, a self-contained hydraulic system may be provided for a towing device where the towing vehicle does not include its own hydraulic system.

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Номер записи: 54
26-05-2016 дата публикации

Cart With Folding Support

Номер: US20160144909A1
Автор: Kennemer Brian, Rager Ty
Принадлежит:

A cart may comprise a body, an axle having an axis of rotation, at least one wheel, a forward support, and a rear support. The forward support may include a forward support hinged end, and a forward support free end, the forward support hingedly connected to the body at the forward support hinged end to pivot about a forward support axis. The rear support may include a rear support hinged end, and a rear support free end, the rear support hingedly connected to the body at the rear support hinged end to pivot about a rear support axis. The forward support free end may be configured to selectively connect to the rear support at the rear support free end by the axle to rotatably support the wheel, and the axis of rotation of the axle may be parallel to each of the forward support axis and the rear support axis. 1. A cart comprising:a body;an axle having an axis of rotation;at least one wheel;a forward support including a forward support hinged end, and a forward support free end, the forward support hingedly connected to the body at the forward support hinged end, the forward support hinged end including a forward support axis, the forward support configured to pivot about the forward support axis; the forward support and rear support are configured to be positioned flat against the body in a storage configuration;', 'the forward support free end is configured to be selectively connected to the rear support at the rear support free end by the axle to rotatably support the wheel; and', 'the axis of rotation of the axle is parallel to each of the forward support axis and the rear support axis., 'a rear support including a rear support hinged end, and a rear support free end, the rear support hingedly connected to the body at the rear support hinged end, the rear support hinged end including a rear support axis, the rear support configured to pivot about the rear support axis; and wherein'}2. The cart of claim 1 , wherein the forward support further includes:a forward ...

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Номер записи: 55
10-06-2021 дата публикации

TRAILER HITCH CONFIGURATION WITH INTEGRATED FLOOR TILT FRAME

Номер: US20210170816A1
Автор: VanNahmen Alan G.
Принадлежит:

A hitch assembly that is adapted for allowing the loading and unloading of cargo at the forward end of a trailer. The assembly may comprise a pivot axis, defined by a pivotable connection device, and a first plane, defined by a hitch frame, operably attached to a second plane, defined by a trailer frame of the trailer, by the pivotable connection device. The assembly can be selectively pivoted and secured between at least a first position, a second position, and a third position relative to the trailer frame, wherein the first plane and the second plane may be angularly offset from one another when the assembly is in a position other than the first position. Further, the front end of the trailer frame moves downwardly relative to the coupling means when the hitch assembly is in the second position and upwardly when the hitch assembly is in the third position. 122-. (canceled)23. A hitch assembly comprising:a hitch frame generally defining a first plane;a coupling means provided at a distal end of the hitch frame;a pivotable connection device provided at a proximal end of the hitch frame, wherein the pivotable connection device is adapted for selectively pivoting the hitch frame relative to a trailer frame to which the hitch assembly is adapted for being operably attached; anda pivot axis defined by the pivotable connection device, wherein the pivot axis is angularly offset from a second plane generally defined by the trailer frame;wherein the hitch frame is pivotable between a first position and a third position relative to the trailer frame;wherein a rear end of the trailer frame moves downwardly relative to the coupling means when the hitch frame is moved to the third position.24. The hitch assembly of claim 23 , wherein the pivot axis is angularly offset from the second plane in at least one of a lateral direction and a longitudinal direction.25. The hitch assembly of claim 23 , wherein the pivot axis is angularly offset from the second plane by an offset angle ...

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Номер записи: 56
24-05-2018 дата публикации

HITCH MODULE

Номер: US20180139887A1
Автор: Beeck Mark D., Payne David A., Ruckle Jarrod
Принадлежит:

A hitch module adapted to be coupled to a frame of a work machine or towed assembly. The hitch module includes a carrier assembly having a first plate and a second plate coupled to one another. The first and second plates are spaced from one another by a first distance, where both plates define a pivot axis. A guide assembly defines a longitudinal axis and is pivotally coupled to the carrier assembly about the pivot axis. The guide assembly has a first guide plate and a second guide plate coupled to and spaced by a second distance from one another. A hitch assembly is disposed at least partially between the first and second plate of the carrier assembly and the first and the second guide plate. The hitch link assembly is pivotal about the pivot axis and movable along the longitudinal axis. 1. An adjustable hitch , comprising:a frame configured to be coupled to a work machine;a first slot defined through the frame;a hitch assembly selectively coupled to the frame;a longitudinal slot defined through the hitch assembly; anda first engagement pin defined through both the first slot and the longitudinal slot.2. The adjustable hitch assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a subframe coupled to the frame and having a second slot defined therethrough.3. The adjustable hitch assembly of claim 2 , further wherein the first engagement pin is positioned through the second slot.4. The adjustable hitch assembly of claim 3 , further comprising a third slot defined through the frame claim 3 , wherein the first engagement pin is positioned through the third slot.5. The adjustable hitch assembly of claim 1 , further wherein the first engagement pin has a tapered body.6. The adjustable hitch assembly of claim 5 , further wherein the tapered body a small diameter portion and a large diameter portion claim 5 , wherein the large diameter portion can only fit through the first slot at a central bore.7. The adjustable hitch assembly of claim 6 , further comprising a second engagement pin ...

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Номер записи: 57
25-05-2017 дата публикации

TRAILER FOR A BICYCLE

Номер: US20170144497A1
Автор: GUNTERSWEILER Reto, HASENFRATZ Simon
Принадлежит: BRUEGGLI

The invention relates to a trailer () for a bicycle (), having a braking device acting on wheel(s) () of the trailer (); a sensor device () which supplies a measured variable, which is a measure of an acceleration force acting on the trailer () via a tow bar (); a controller () for controlling the braking device and that is configured to act on the braking device, depending on the measured variable determined by the sensor device (), such that an inertial force of the trailer () generated in the pulling mode or during braking of the bicycle () is compensated for or is at least reduced; and a decoupling device () which is configured for the partial mechanical decoupling of a movement of the bicycle trailer () with respect to the bicycle () in the longitudinal direction of the bicycle trailer (L). 115-. (canceled)16. A trailer for a bicycle , comprising:a braking device acting on at least one wheel of the trailer;a sensor device, which supplies a measured variable that is a measure of an acceleration force acting on the trailer via a tow bar;a controller for controlling the braking device of the trailer, that is configured to control the braking device, depending on the measured variable determined by the sensor device, in such a manner that an inertial force of the trailer generated during braking of the bicycle is compensated for or is at least reduced; anda decoupling device which is configured for a partial mechanical decoupling of a movement of the bicycle trailer with respect to the bicycle in a longitudinal direction of the bicycle trailer.17. The trailer according to claim 16 , further comprising an electric drive to drive the trailer claim 16 , wherein the controller is further configured to accelerate the trailer by way of the electric drive claim 16 , dependent on the measured variable determined by the sensor device claim 16 , in such a manner that an inertial force of the trailer generated during traction mode of the bicycle is compensated for or is at ...

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Номер записи: 58
15-09-2022 дата публикации

IMPLEMENT ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20220288982A1
Автор: Bhosale Digvijay A., Bowman Dennis A., Foxen Jacob J., Heimbuch Benjamin J., Ubben Grant M.
Принадлежит: Deere & Company

Techniques and/or systems are disclosed for an implement attachment assembly for a work vehicle. The implement attachment assembly includes a member having a body extending longitudinally between a first end and a second end. The first end includes a central axis disposed at a first height relative to a member vertical axis and the second end includes a central axis disposed at a second height relative to the member vertical axis. The first end central axis is operably disposed at a different height than the second end central axis. The first end is configured to operably connect to the work vehicle. The second end is configured to operably connect to a coupling device. 1. An implement attachment assembly for a work vehicle , the implement attachment assembly comprising:{'sub': 1', '2, 'a member having a body extending longitudinally between a first end and a second end, the first end comprising a central axis disposed at a first height hrelative to a member vertical axis and the second end comprising a central axis disposed at a second height hrelative to the member vertical axis,'}wherein the first end central axis is operably disposed at a different height than the second end central axis, andwherein the first end is configured to operably connect to the work vehicle and the second end is configured to operably connect to a coupling device.2. The implement attachment assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first height his greater than the second height hand the slope of the body tends to decline moving in the longitudinal direction from the first end to the second end.3. The implement attachment assembly of claim 1 , wherein the member body is hollow.4. The implement attachment assembly of claim 3 , wherein the member operably accommodates a PTO shaft assembly that is operably coupled with a PTO clutch assembly.5. The implement attachment assembly of claim 1 , wherein the member comprises a tie-down loop fixedly engaged at the bottom of the member.6. The implement ...

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Номер записи: 59
09-06-2016 дата публикации

SELF-LOCKING COMPACT COUPLING

Номер: US20160159175A1
Автор: Bossel Derk
Принадлежит:

A coupling is provided for connecting a two-track trailer having at least one drawbar, to a non-motorized vehicle, or to a vehicle having an auxiliary drive, particularly a bicycle. The coupling has two interacting coupling parts releasable from one another and respectively connectable to the vehicle and to the drawbar. The coupling has a bolt having a cylindrical shell surface and a bushing or bolt guide, plugged onto the bolt and engaging at least partially around the bolt, as interacting coupling parts. The bushing or bolt guide has at least one opening for insertion of the bolt. The interconnected coupling parts are rotatable relative to one another about their common longitudinal axis and act as a rotary joint with one degree of freedom. The coupling parts have a lock to securely connect them together. On the drawbar, further joints impart the coupling with at least two further degrees of freedom. 1. A coupling for connecting a two-track trailer that comprises at least one drawbar to a non-motorized vehicle or to a vehicle which has merely an auxiliary drive , the coupling comprising:two interacting coupling parts which can be released from one another and of which one is connected in a positionally fixed manner to the vehicle and the other is connected to the drawbar;a bolt having a cylindrical shell surface and a bushing or bolt guide which can be attached to the bolt and which at least partially encompasses the bolt as interacting coupling parts, wherein the bushing or bolt guide comprises at least one opening for the insertion of the bolt and the coupling parts, which are connected to one another, are rotatable relative to one another around their common longitudinal axis and operate as a rotary joint with one degree of freedom,wherein the coupling parts feature a lock, with which the coupling parts can be securely connected to one another, andwherein, on a drawbar side, further joints are provided, by which the coupling has imparted to it at least two ...

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Номер записи: 60
14-05-2020 дата публикации

Dolly Tongue Manipulation Mechanism

Номер: US20200148244A1
Автор: Ceniza Rommel B., Estanqueiro Eddie
Принадлежит:

A transport dolly includes a base and a tongue rotatably mounted to the base. At least one support is mounted to the base. A first cable guide is coupled to the at least one support. A lever is rotatable between a first orientation and a second orientation. A cable has a first portion attached to the tongue. The cable extends from the tongue to the first cable guide, then to the lever. The lever pulls on the cable when the lever is rotated from the first orientation to the second orientation, so as to decrease a distance between the cable first portion and the first cable guide, thereby rotating the tongue from a lowered orientation to a raised orientation. A spring mechanism exerts a force on the lever to prevent rotation of the lever from the second orientation to the first orientation when the tongue is raised. 1. A dolly comprising:a base;a tongue rotatably mounted to the base;at least one support mounted to the base;a first cable guide coupled to the at least one support;a lever rotatably coupled to the at least one support at a pivot, so as to be rotatable between at least a first orientation and a second orientation;a cable having a first portion attached to the tongue, the cable extending from the tongue to the first cable guide, then from the first cable guide to the lever, the cable being operatively coupled to the lever such that the lever pulls on the cable when the lever is rotated from the first orientation to the second orientation, so as to decrease a distance between the cable first portion and the first cable guide, thereby rotating the tongue from a lowered orientation to a raised orientation; anda spring mechanism coupled to the lever and configured to exert a force on the lever sufficient to prevent rotation of the lever from the second orientation to the first orientation due to a weight force of the tongue exerted on the cable when the lever is in the second orientation and the tongue is raised.2. The dolly of wherein the lever has a first end ...

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Номер записи: 61
24-06-2021 дата публикации

Trolley for use as a bicycle trailer or as a hand cart

Номер: US20210188025A1
Автор: Benjamin Drossel
Принадлежит: CHAL-TEC GMBH

The present invention relates to a cart ( 1 ) for use as a bicycle trailer ( 1 ) or as a handcart ( 1 ) with a frame ( 10 ) with a pair of wheels ( 13 ) and with a loading surface ( 14 ) and with a foldable drawbar ( 3 ) with a drawbar body ( 33 ) which is designed to be connected to a bicycle in a first position and to be guided by a user's hand in a second position. The cart ( 1 ) is characterized in that the foldable drawbar ( 3 ) has a drawbar holder ( 30 ) arranged on the frame ( 10 ), the drawbar holder ( 30 ) being designed with the drawbar body ( 33 ) in the first position and in the second position. The present invention also relates to a cart ( 1 ) for use as a bicycle trailer ( 1 ) or as a handcart ( 1 ) with a frame ( 10 ) with a pair of wheels ( 13 ) and with a loading surface ( 14 ) and with a fold-out stand ( 2 ). The cart ( 1 ) is characterized in that the fold-out stand ( 2 ) has a stand holder ( 20 ) which is arranged on the frame ( 10 ) and a stand element ( 24 ) which is held in a foldable manner by the stand holder ( 20 ), the stand holder ( 20 ) having a recess ( 21 ) within which the stand element ( 24 ) can be hinged between a folded state and an unfolded state.

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Номер записи: 62
24-06-2021 дата публикации

Combination of a Traction Vehicle and an Implement

Номер: US20210188240A1
Автор: Daniel Rossnagel, Kilian Wolff
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A system for picking up, bundling and depositing agricultural material having a traction vehicle and a towed implement, the system comprising: an actuator associated with the implement; a control device configured to generate control data for controlling the orientation of the implement and steering of the traction vehicle, the control data including information relating to the orientation of the implement adjustable by the actuator, a desired orientation of the deposited agricultural material and at least one of a speed and a direction of travel of the traction vehicle; and wherein, using the control data, the actuator adjusts the orientation about a vertical axis of the implement relative to the traction vehicle to deposit the agricultural material.

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Номер записи: 63
15-06-2017 дата публикации

WORK VEHICLE, METHOD FOR OPERATING TOW APPARATUS, AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING TOW APPARATUS

Номер: US20170166021A1
Автор: Numa Yasutaka
Принадлежит: KOMATSU LTD.

A tow pin has a main body portion in a columnar shape and a first protrusion protruding outward from an outer circumferential surface of the main body portion. An upper bracket structure has a first through hole in which the main body portion is inserted and restricts passage of the first protrusion. A lower bracket is located under the upper bracket structure at a distance from the upper bracket structure and has a second through hole in which the tow pin can be inserted. The main body portion of the tow pin is inserted in at least the first through hole and the first protrusion is located under the upper bracket structure. 1: A work vehicle having a tow apparatus , comprising:a tow pin having a main body portion in a columnar shape and a first protrusion protruding outward from an outer circumferential surface of the main body portion;an upper bracket structure having a first through hole in which the main body portion is inserted, and restricting passage of the first protrusion; anda lower bracket located under the upper bracket structure at a distance from the upper bracket structure and having a second through hole in which the tow pin can be inserted,the main body portion of the tow pin being inserted in at least the first through hole and the first protrusion being located under the upper bracket structure.2: The work vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein a first main body insertion portion having a two-dimensional shape greater than an outer circumferential shape of the columnar shape of the main body portion, and', 'a first recess portion connected to an outer circumference of the first main body insertion portion and having a two-dimensional shape smaller than an outer circumferential shape of the first protrusion, and, 'the first through hole has'} a second main body insertion portion having a two-dimensional shape greater than the outer circumferential shape of the columnar shape of the main body portion, and', 'a second recess portion connected to an ...

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Номер записи: 64
15-06-2017 дата публикации

Tow Retrieval System for Mining Machine

Номер: US20170166022A1
Автор: Springer Steven
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Underground Mining Pty. Ltd.

A mining machine frame having a primary tow plate is disclosed, as well as a tow retrieval system for mounting to the primary tow plate of a mining machine frame. The tow retrieval system may include a brake release mounting plate configured for attachment to the primary tow plate of the mining machine frame. The tow retrieval system may also include a towing attachment also configured for attachment to the primary tow plate of the mining machine frame. The towing attachment may be further configured to receive a retrieval instrument during a towing operation. 1. A mining machine , comprising:a machine frame having a primary tow plate, the primary tow plate configured to receive an interchangeable towing attachment;at least one traction device configured to support the machine frame;an engine supported by the machine frame and configured to drive the at least one traction device to propel the mining machine; andat least one work implement supported by the machine frame.2. The mining machine of claim 1 , wherein the interchangeable towing attachment is a tow retrieval plate.3. The mining machine of claim 1 , wherein the interchangeable towing attachment is a tow hook attachment.4. The mining machine of claim 1 , wherein the primary tow plate is permanently welded to the machine frame.5. The mining machine of claim 1 , wherein the primary tow plate is also configured to receive a brake release mounting plate.6. The mining machine of claim 5 , wherein the primary tow plate includes a plurality of holes and a primary opening extending through the primary tow plate.7. The mining machine of claim 6 , wherein the plurality of holes are configured to receive a plurality of rod devices for securing the brake release mounting plate and the towing attachment to the primary tow plate.8. A tow retrieval system for a mining machine claim 6 , comprising:a brake release mounting plate configured for attachment to a primary tow plate of a mining machine frame; anda towing attachment ...

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Номер записи: 65
21-05-2020 дата публикации

Articulating Wheeled Vehicle

Номер: US20200156733A1
Автор: Dreifus Tom, Spector Mara
Принадлежит:

A wheeled vehicle includes: a front portion having a central support frame, a front wheel pivotally mounted on a front end of the support frame for steering the wheeled vehicle, a first axle mounted on a rear end of the support frame, the first axle including a first pair of wheels mounted thereon, and a multi-axis pivot mounted on the central support frame adjacent the first axle, the multi-axis pivot including a receiver; a rear portion having a frame portion and a second axle on a rear end thereof. The second portion is secured on the multi-axis pivot of the front portion at a front end of the rear portion. 1. A wheeled vehicle comprising: a central support frame,', 'a front wheel pivotally mounted on a front end of the support frame for steering the wheeled vehicle,', 'a first axle mounted on a rear end of the support frame, the first axle including a first pair of wheels mounted thereon, and', 'a multi-axis pivot mounted on the central support frame adjacent the first axle, the multi-axis pivot including a receiver;, 'a front portion including'}a rear portion having a frame portion and a second axle on a rear end thereof, wherein the second portion is secured on the multi-axis pivot of the front portion at a front end of the rear portion.2. The wheeled vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the front portion having the front wheel and first pair of wheels forms a tricycle.3. The wheeled vehicle of claim 2 , further comprising a handlebar secured to the front wheel for turning the front wheel of the vehicle to steer the vehicle.4. The wheeled vehicle of claim 1 , the rear portion comprising a pair of opposing benches for supporting a plurality of passengers on the rear portion of the wheeled vehicle.5. The wheeled vehicle of claim 1 , the pivot comprising a lower plate mounted on the support structure of the front portion claim 1 , a center block pivotally attached to the lower plate along a first axis claim 1 , and an upper plate mounted on the center block along a ...

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Номер записи: 66
21-06-2018 дата публикации

Adaptable hitch system

Номер: US20180170280A1
Автор: Ricky A. Weihl
Принадлежит: Hurricane Inc

A vehicle accessory hitch assembly for attaching an accessory to a vehicle. The vehicle may include a frame and a bed mounted to the frame. First and second base rails may be disposed on the bed and coupled to the frame of the vehicle, and the vehicle may include a vehicle trailer hitch with a receiver for accepting a shank. In one embodiment, the vehicle accessory hitch assembly may be mechanically connected to each of the first and second base rails and the vehicle trailer hitch such that the vehicle accessory hitch assembly is immovable or stationary relative to the first and second base rails and the vehicle trailer hitch. In another embodiment, the vehicle accessory hitch assembly may be adaptable to connect to differently-configured base rails and vehicle trailer hitch constructions, including different horizontal and vertical spacing between the base rails and the vehicle trailer hitch.

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Номер записи: 67
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Self-powered apparatus

Номер: US20140262591A1
Автор: Bryan K. Buerkle, Christopher Turner, Kendall Giesemann, Steven A. Duppong
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

Self-powered apparatus are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a front chassis portion and a rear chassis portion. The front chassis portion is to be coupled to the rear chassis portion. The front chassis portion is substantially the same as the rear chassis portion. When the front and rear chassis portions are coupled, the front chassis portion includes a first end of the apparatus and the rear chassis portion includes a second end of the apparatus.

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Номер записи: 68
22-06-2017 дата публикации

REMOVABLE TRAILER TOW HITCH

Номер: US20170174025A1
Автор: HAULER John
Принадлежит: K-12, LLC

A removable trailer tow hitch is provided. The removable trailer tow hitch includes a tongue having a first clamping portion located at one end and is configured to receive a towing connection at the other end. The first clamping portion is configured to engage a vehicle bumper. A lever arm having a second clamping portion is pivotally attached to the tongue. The second clamping portion is configured to removably secure the trailer tow hitch to a vehicle when the lever arm is moved from an open position to a closed position. The second clamping portion is configured to engage a vehicle frame. 1. A removable trailer tow hitch comprising:a tongue having a first clamping portion at a first end and a second end configured to receive a towing connection, the first clamping portion configured to engage a vehicle bumper;a lever arm having a second clamping portion and a gripping portion located on opposing sides of the lever arm relative to a pivot pin extending through the lever arm, the gripping portion being positioned further than the second clamping portion from the pivot pin, the lever arm pivotally attached to the tongue via the pivot pin, wherein the second clamping portion removably secures the trailer tow hitch to a vehicle when the lever arm is moved from an open position to a closed position, the second clamping portion configured to engage a vehicle frame; anda locking mechanism secured to the lever arm proximate to the gripping portion on the opposing side of the pivot pin relative to the second clamping portion, the locking mechanism having a latch that is configured to engage a retaining portion that is affixed to the tongue such that the lever arm is secured in the closed position when the latch engages the retaining portion.2. (canceled)3. The removable trailer tow hitch of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the tongue includes a slot for receiving the lever arm.4. The removable trailer tow hitch of claim 1 , wherein the first clamping portion is C-shaped ...

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Номер записи: 69
01-07-2021 дата публикации

Pose estimation and applications using computer imaging

Номер: US20210201531A1
Автор: Brandon Sights, Justin Creaby
Принадлежит: Trimble Inc

Embodiments describe a method for positioning a hinged vehicle including a primary part and a secondary part coupled to the primary part at a project site. The method includes receiving, from an image capturing device, digital image data representing one or more features of the secondary part; performing image analysis on the digital image data to identify positions of the one or more features of the secondary part; identifying an angle of at least a portion of the secondary part; calculating a current position of the secondary part based on the angle; calculating a positional difference between a correct position at the project site for the secondary part and a current position of the secondary part at the project site; and initiating a change in a position of the primary part to compensate for the positional difference and to position the secondary part on the correct position.

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Номер записи: 70
04-06-2020 дата публикации

Motorcycle Trailer Hitch Leveling Assembly

Номер: US20200171898A1
Автор: Zeutenhorst Randy
Принадлежит:

A motorcycle trailer hitch leveling apparatus for leveling a motorcycle trailer hitch includes a pair of sides each having a lower section, an angled section, an upper section, an inner face, and an outer face. The inner face of the lower section of each side is a first distance apart equaling a second distance between the outer face of the upper section of each side. The first distance and the second distance substantially conform to a width of a trailer tongue. The lower section of each of the pair of sides is configured to selectively engage with the trailer tongue and the upper section of each of the pair of sides is configured to selectively engage with a standard ball coupler. A bridge piece is coupled between the upper section of each of the pair of sides. 1. A motorcycle trailer hitch leveling apparatus comprising:a pair of sides, the pair of sides comprising a left side and a right side each of the pair of sides having a lower section, an angled section, an upper section, an inner face, and an outer face, the inner face of the lower section of the left side being a first distance from the inner face of the lower section of the right side, the outer face of the upper section of the left side being a second distance from the outer face of the upper section of the right side, the first distance being equal to the second distance, wherein each of the first distance and the second distance substantially conform to a width of a trailer tongue, the lower section of each of the pair of sides being configured to selectively engage with the trailer tongue, the upper section of each of the pair of sides being configured to selectively engage with a standard ball coupler; anda bridge piece coupled to the pair of sides, the bridge piece being coupled between the upper section of each of the pair of sides.2. The motorcycle trailer hitch leveling apparatus of further comprising each of the lower section and the upper section having a pair of through holes claim 1 , the ...

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Номер записи: 71
14-07-2016 дата публикации

Folding Hitch

Номер: US20160200157A1
Автор: Krolski Robert, Marmon Lawrence
Принадлежит: Discount Ramps.com, LLC

A folding hitch assembly, system, and method includes two opposed sides plates and a vehicle shank secured partially between the two opposed sides plates and extends outward therefrom. A support ledge is secured between the two opposed side plates and a support bar is secured between the two opposed side plates in a position intermediate the pivot holes and the vehicle shank. An accessory shank is pivotable about a pivot point between a first position at least partially defined by engagement of the accessory shank with the support ledge and a second position at least partially defined by engagement of the accessory shank with the support ledge and a support bar, a first pair of retention holes are configured to receive a retention rod to lock the accessory shank in one of the first and second position. 1. A folding hitch assembly , comprising:two opposed side plates;a vehicle shank secured partially between the two opposed side plates and extending outward therefrom;a support ledge secured between the two opposed side plates;pivot holes respectively located in each of the opposed side plates, the pivot holes located through the side plates intermediate to the support ledge and the vehicle shank;a support bar secured between the two opposed side plates at a position intermediate the pivot holes and the vehicle shank; anda pair of first retention holes through the opposed side plates and located below the pivot holes and towards the vehicle shank from the pivot holes.2. The folding hitch assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a pair of second retention holes through the opposed side plates and located below the pivot holes and towards the vehicle shank from the pivot holes.3. The folding hitch assembly of claim 2 , wherein the pivot holes are laterally centered between a front of the first retention holes and a rear side of the support ledge.4. The folding hitch assembly of claim 3 , wherein the pivot holes are vertically centered with the vehicle shank and between ...

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Номер записи: 72
14-07-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE CONNECTOR

Номер: US20160200388A1
Автор: Yeh Shih-Lin
Принадлежит:

A vehicle-to-vehicle connector includes a first component and a second component. The first component is configured to be connected with a first vehicle body, and a second component is configured to connect a second vehicle body with the first vehicle body. The second vehicle body includes a front wheel assembly, a stem and a handle bar, and the front wheel assembly, the stem and the handle bar lean toward a direction opposite a moving-forward direction of the first vehicle body. 1. A vehicle-to-vehicle connector , comprising:a first component configured to be connected with a first vehicle body;a second component configured to connect a second vehicle body with the first vehicle body, wherein the second vehicle body comprises a front wheel assembly, a stem and a handle bar, and the front wheel assembly, the stem and the handle bar lean toward a direction opposite a moving-forward direction of the first vehicle body.2. The vehicle-to-vehicle connector as claimed in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the vehicle-to-vehicle connector connects the first vehicle body with the second vehicle body and the first vehicle body turns to move in a selected direction claim 1 , the second vehicle body is disposed as a follower to be turned following the selected direction of the first vehicle body and moved along with the first vehicle body.3. The vehicle-to-vehicle connector as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the stem of the second vehicle body turns within a limited preset range.4. The vehicle-to-vehicle connector as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first component comprises a first holding member and a first joint claim 1 , and the first holding member rotates about a first axial direction of the first joint.5. The vehicle-to-vehicle connector as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the second component comprises a second holding member claim 4 , the second vehicle body further comprises s head tube claim 4 , and the second holding member is connected to the first holding member and the ...

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Номер записи: 73
27-06-2019 дата публикации

Cage to cage locking mechanism

Номер: US20190193495A1
Автор: Edward Floyd
Принадлежит: Target Brands Inc

The present disclosure provides a system and method for securing the connection between drawbars of carts and hitches. The system and method involves limiting the drawbar's freedom to pivot once the drawbar is coupled to a hitch.

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Номер записи: 74
27-06-2019 дата публикации

WORK VEHICLE HAVING ROPS

Номер: US20190193661A1
Автор: MINOURA Akira, TADA Hiroyuki
Принадлежит: KUBOTA CORPORATION

A work vehicle includes a front wheel unit and a rear wheel unit attached to a vehicle body frame, a power source mounted at a rear portion of the vehicle body frame, a ROPS bracket fixed to the vehicle body frame at a region thereof forwardly of the power source and a ROPS. this ROPS includes a pair of left and right upright portions and a crossbar connecting the upright portions at upper portions thereof. Lower end portions of the pair of upright portions are supported to the ROPS bracket to be pivotable toward the power source about a horizontal axis extending in a vehicle-body transverse direction. 1. A work vehicle comprising:a vehicle body frame extending in a vehicle body front-rear direction;a front wheel unit and a rear wheel unit attached to the vehicle body frame;a driver's seat disposed upwardly of the vehicle body frame;a power source mounted at a rear portion of the vehicle body frame;a ROPS bracket fixed to the vehicle body frame and at a region forwardly of the power source; and a pair of left and right upright portions, lower end portions of the pair of upright portions being supported to the ROPS bracket to be pivotable toward the power source about a horizontal axis extending in a vehicle-body transverse direction, and', 'a crossbar connecting the upright portions at upper portions thereof., 'a ROPS including2. The work vehicle of claim 1 , wherein:a distance between the upright portions is greater than a width of the power source; andthe upright portions, when pivoted to a horizontal posture, are located lower than the driver's seat and laterally of the power source.3. The work vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the ROPS bracket includes a pivot pin having the horizontal axis and supporting the upright portions claim 1 , and a lock mechanism for locking the upright portions at a plurality of pivotal positions.4. The work vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the lock mechanism comprises a plurality of lock holes extending parallel with the pivot pin and a lock ...

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Номер записи: 75
18-06-2020 дата публикации

Motorcycle towing hitch

Номер: US20200189337A1
Автор: John Alfred Berggren, JR.
Принадлежит: Individual

A motorcycle towing hitch 20 includes a receiver 22 to which is attached a lift system 24. The lift system 24 is operable to raise and lower a cradle 26 which receives the front wheel 30 of a motorcycle 32 to hold the front wheel captive in the cradle. The cradle 26 is hinged relative to the lift system to be rotatable about an upright axis 28, for instance, when towing the motorcycle around a corner. A restraint system 34 is provided for preventing the handlebars of the motorcycle to rotate relative to the motorcycle frame. In this manner, when the motorcycle is towed around a corner, the motorcycle frame does not tilt downwardly into the corner as would be the case if the motorcycle frame were permitted to rotate relative to the motorcycle handlebars when negotiating a corner.

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Номер записи: 76
30-07-2015 дата публикации

SEALING SYSTEM FOR HITCH ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150211194A1
Автор: Petersen Paul S.
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.

A sealing system for a hitch assembly is disclosed. The hitch assembly includes a first hitch component and a second hitch component rotatable about a pin coupled therebetween. The sealing system includes a first sealing member located adjacent to the first hitch component. The first sealing member includes a first aperture extending therethrough. The sealing system also includes a second sealing member located adjacent to the second hitch component. The second sealing member includes a second aperture extending therethrough. The sealing system further includes at least one ring member provided between the first sealing member and the second sealing member. The ring member includes a third aperture extending therethrough. Further, the first, second and third apertures receive the pin therethrough. 1. A sealing system for a hitch assembly having a first hitch component and a second hitch component rotatable about a pin coupled therebetween , the sealing system comprising:a first sealing member comprising a first aperture extending therethrough;a second sealing member comprising a second aperture extending therethrough; andat least one ring member provided between the first sealing member and the second sealing member, the ring member comprising a third aperture extending therethrough;wherein the first, second and third apertures receive the pin therethrough.2. The sealing system of claim 1 , wherein the first sealing member and the second sealing member are configured to deform in response to a relative movement between the first hitch component and the second hitch component along a longitudinal direction of the pin.3. The sealing system of claim 1 , wherein the first sealing member and the second sealing member are made of polyurethane.4. The sealing system of sealing system of claim 1 , wherein the ring member is made of nylon.5. The sealing system of comprises two ring members disposed between the first and the second sealing member.6. The sealing system of claim ...

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Номер записи: 77
19-07-2018 дата публикации

Stackable horizontal mast assembly

Номер: US20180201175A1
Автор: Kennedy Gino
Принадлежит:

A stackable enclosure for support of a mast stored in horizontal position and rotatable to a vertically deployed position. The enclosure employs a housing have sidewalls constructed and arranged to support a plurality of stacked enclosures. The dimensions of the enclosure with wheels can allow for the transporting of thirty units on a single 48 drop deck trailer. The enclosure has a hinged lid to allow ease of access to the interior which can house a power system to operate a bank of lights. Outriggers positioned along each corner of the enclosure provide stability to the mast in high winds. A hinged axle can be used to pivot enclosure wheels upward, allowing the enclosure to rest flush on a trailer deck or ground surface. 1. A stackable enclosure comprising:a housing formed from a bottom surface with a first lower side wall, a second lower side wall, a first end wall and a second end wall with a lid having an upper surface formed from a first side wall hingedly attached to one of said lower side walls and a second side wall that is releasably securable to one of said lower side walls;a first fork arm channel positioned between said first side wall and said second side wall with a first through hole opening therebetween, a second fork arm channel positioned between said first side wall and said second side wall with a second through hole opening therebetween;a mast hingedly secured to said housing and rotatable from a lowered position, placing said mast in a horizontal position, and a raised position, placing said mast in a vertical position, said mast having a telescoping distal end;wherein said first and second fork arm channels are sized for receipt of fork lift points for ease of lifting said enclosure, whereby said first and second lower side walls of said enclosure is constructed and arranged to align with a similar shaped enclosure having a lid with first and second side walls to allow vertical stacking of like enclosures.2. The stackable enclosure according ...

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Номер записи: 78
20-07-2017 дата публикации

CONVEYANCE WHILE SEATED USING A HOVERBOARD

Номер: US20170203811A1
Автор: Germanovsky Eliot
Принадлежит:

A cart or conveyance for a person uses a two wheeled electric hoverboard as a drive unit. A clamp is positioned about the center of the hoverboard to enable the hoverboard to be retained by the clamp while remaining rotatable within the clamp. The clamp is hitched to a drawbar, which is in turn connected to an axle supporting two wheels. A seat is attached to the drawbar and axle, and positions a rider to place their feet upon the hoverboard in order to operate the hoverboard. 1. A device for conveying a person using a two wheeled electric hoverboard , comprising:a clamp forming an interior dimension, the clamp positionable about a center portion of the hoverboard to enable the hoverboard to be retained by the clamp and to be rotatable within the clamp;a clamp hitch portion connected to the clamp;a drawbar;a drawbar hitch portion mateable with the clamp hitch portion to pivotally couple the drawbar to the clamp;one or more axles connected to the drawbar;at least two wheels connected to the one or more axles; anda seat affixable in connection to the drawbar and axle, the seat oriented to enable the person to sit on the seat and place both feet on the hoverboard in order to operate the hoverboard.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the seat is a folding beach chair.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the seat is a portable cooler.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the clamp hitch portion is a threaded post claim 1 , and the drawbar hitch portion is an aperture and a threaded fastener.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the drawbar includes a plurality of spaced apart apertures selectable for insertion of the threaded post.6. The device of claim 1 , further including a frame connectable to the one or more axles and the drawbar.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the device is driveable using the feet of the person claim 1 , without a requirement to use hands of the person.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the clamp is formed as a strap having hook and loop fasteners.9. ...

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Номер записи: 79
27-07-2017 дата публикации

TRAILER STABILIZATION AND RESTRAINT

Номер: US20170210356A1
Автор: Kimener Thomas Terrance
Принадлежит: Stabilock, LLC

A parked freight trailer stabilizer and restraint comprising: (a) a kingpin receiver configured to lock onto a kingpin of a parked freight trailer; (b) a jack operatively coupled to the kingpin receiver, the jack repositionable between a retracted position and an extended position; (c) a tail hold operatively coupled to the kingpin receiver, the tail hold repositionable between a stowed position and a restraining position, the tail hold configured to engage a ground mount; and, (d) a transport receiver configured to engage a transport vehicle. 1. A parked semi-trailer stabilizer and restraint comprising:a kingpin receiver configured to lock onto a kingpin of a parked semi-trailer;a jack operatively coupled to the kingpin receiver, the jack repositionable between a retracted position and an extended position;a tail hold operatively coupled to the kingpin receiver, the tail hold repositionable between a stowed position and a restraining position, the tail hold configured to engage a ground mount; and, a transport receiver configured to engage a transport vehicle.2. The semi-trailer stabilizer of claim 1 , wherein the jack comprises at least two spaced apart jacks that are coupled to the kingpin receiver claim 1 , where each of the at least two jacks is repositionable between the retracted position and the extended position.3. The semi-trailer stabilizer of claim 2 , further comprising a frame mounted to the at least two spaced apart jacks.4. The semi-trailer stabilizer of claim 3 , wherein the tail hold is repositionably mounted to at least one of the frame claim 3 , the kingpin receiver claim 3 , and the at least two spaced apart jacks.5. The semi-trailer stabilizer of claim 1 , wherein the jack is manually repositionable between the retracted position and the extended position.6. The semi-trailer stabilizer of claim 1 , wherein the jack is automatically repositionable between the retracted position and the extended position.7. The semi-trailer stabilizer of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 80
25-06-2020 дата публикации

SLIT FAIRING FOR TOWED MARINE EQUIPMENT

Номер: US20200198738A1
Автор: Hauge Thomas, Tonnessen Rune
Принадлежит:

Apparatus and techniques are disclosed relating to towing marine equipment. In some embodiments, a vessel tows equipment through a body of water using a towing member with an associated fairing that includes a slit, such that an axis of the slit is non-perpendicular to a portion of the towing member from which the fairing extends. 1. A method , comprising:towing equipment through a body of water using a towing member with an attached or integrally formed fairing that extends behind the towing member;wherein the fairing includes a slit having a slit axis that intersects the towing member at an intersection point; andwherein the towing is performed such that the slit axis is not parallel to a tow direction of the intersection point and the slit axis is not perpendicular to a reference line that is tangent or parallel to the towing member at the intersection point.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the towing is performed such that a reference line that is tangent or parallel to the towing member at the intersection point defines both:an acute angle of inclination relative to the tow direction; anda first slit angle relative to the slit axis, wherein the first slit angle is smaller than the angle of inclination.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the towing is performed such that the first slit angle is at least 5 degrees smaller than the angle of inclination.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the towing is performed such that that first slit angle is between 40 percent and 85 percent of the angle of inclination.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fairing includes a second slit having a second slit axis claim 1 , and wherein the towing is performed such that:the towing member defines a curve;the second slit axis intersects the towing member at a second intersection point;a second reference line that is tangent or parallel to the towing member at the second intersection point defines a second slit angle relative to the second slit axis; andthe second slit angle is ...

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Номер записи: 81
04-07-2019 дата публикации

Stroller rack for vehicle

Номер: US20190202368A1
Автор: Nickelle Partyka
Принадлежит: Individual

A stroller rack for a vehicle is disclosed. The stroller rack includes an extendable leg having a first member configured to attach with the vehicle and a second member configured to move relative to the first member along a first axis. The stroller rack includes an extendable arm detachably coupled to the second member of the extendable leg, and including one or more locking bars configured to move relative to the second member along a second axis and attach with a handle of one or more strollers. The stroller rack further includes a base detachably coupled to the first member of the extendable leg, and including one or more holding members configured to couple with one or more wheels of the one or more strollers.

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Номер записи: 82
04-07-2019 дата публикации

LOAD-DEPENDENT TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING SUCH

Номер: US20190202423A1
Автор: Bongaerts Eric, Nijsten Michiel
Принадлежит:

A trailer brake system that generates load-dependent braking forces. Variable trailer load information is used to generate load-dependent control signals which serve to control an electrically-controlled proportional valve. A load sensing valve serves to modify brake command signals in dependence on a control pressure that is regulated by the proportional valve. 1. A trailer brake system comprising a brake actuator connected to a pressure source via a pressure-controlled relay valve having a first control port which is connected to a command line via a pressure-controlled load sensing valve , wherein the load sensing valve comprises a second control port connected to a control line via an electrical proportional valve , and an electronic controller in communication with the proportional valve and configured to generate a load-dependent control signal from trailer load information for controlling the proportional valve.2. The trailer brake system according to claim 1 , wherein the control line is connected to the pressure source.3. The trailer brake system according to claim 1 , wherein the load sensing valve is operable to open under positive pressure at the second control port claim 1 , and wherein the load sensing valve is operable to maintain a non-zero minimum open parameter in the absence of a positive pressure at the second control port.4. The trailer brake system according to claim 3 , wherein the load sensing valve comprises adjustment means to adjust the minimum open parameter.5. The trailer brake system according to claim 1 , wherein the proportional valve is operable to close in a failed state.6. A pneumatic trailer brake system according to .7. A trailer comprising a brake system according to .8. The trailer according to claim 7 , further comprising a drawbar and a drawbar load sensor coupled to the drawbar and in communication with the controller claim 7 , wherein the drawbar load sensor is arranged to generate at least a portion of said trailer load ...

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Номер записи: 83
05-08-2021 дата публикации

System for detecting when dolly tongue in position for locking to a vehicle

Номер: US20210237523A1
Автор: Eddie Estanqueiro, Jason L. Turner, Jayson I. Piel, Rommel B. Ceniza
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America Inc

A vehicle is structured for exerting a force on a dolly to move the dolly along a ground surface includes a locking pin mechanism having a locking pin, and a dolly tongue receptacle coupled to the locking pin mechanism so as to be movable with respect to the locking pin mechanism to a first position and a second position. A switch is coupled to the dolly tongue receptacle and structured to be operated by movement of the dolly tongue receptacle from the first position to the second position. The locking pin mechanism is structured to extend the locking pin into an opening formed in the portion of the dolly tongue responsive to operation of the switch.

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Номер записи: 84
03-08-2017 дата публикации

Mountable Hitch Frame Assembly for Three-Wheeled Vehicle

Номер: US20170217269A1
Автор: Arlt Richard Douglas, Arlt Walter Harvey
Принадлежит:

A mountable hitch frame assembly for three-wheeled vehicle that secures to the rear portion of an existing three-wheeled vehicle frame to position a hitch receiver assembly rearwardly projected overtop a rear swing arm assembly of the existing three-wheeled vehicle whereby objects and accouterments are mountable securely in tow and force and inertia exerted when towing objects and accouterments is distributable directly into the existing three-wheeled vehicle frame. 1. A mountable hitch frame assembly for three-wheeled vehicle devised for fit within the bounds of an existing rear frame portion of an existing three-wheeled vehicle , said trigon frame member having:an anterior end;a posterior end;a medial support member disposed longitudinally between said anterior and posterior ends, said medial support member attachable endwise to the existing three-wheeled vehicle frame;a pair of side support members diverged spaced apart from the posterior end, each of said pair of side support members endwise securable to the existing three-wheeled vehicle frame;an interconnect truss apex disposed at the posterior end; anda hitch receiver assembly disposed securable to the interconnect truss apex, said hitch receiver assembly disposed to position a hitch receiver rearwardly projected over a rear wheel of the existing three-wheeled vehicle;wherein the trigon frame member securably attaches to the existing frame of a three-wheeled vehicle to position the hitch receiver assembly rearwardly projected above a rear wheel swing-arm assembly whereby force and inertia of objects and accessories mounted in tow is distributed directly into the vehicle frame.2. The mountable hitch frame assembly for three-wheeled vehicle of wherein the medial support member further comprises:a horizontal section disposed projected frontwards from the posterior end;an inclined section disposed frontwards from the horizontal section, said inclined section disposed downwardly relative the horizontal section;a ...

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Номер записи: 85
03-08-2017 дата публикации

UTILITY CART AND DOCKING APPARATUS THERE FOR

Номер: US20170217469A1
Автор: COLLINS Chad Anthony
Принадлежит:

Some embodiments include a utility cart. In some embodiments, the utility cart includes an insulated cold storage compartment; a dry storage compartment, the dry storage compartment configured to retract-ably extend horizontally; a base and front and rear wheels connected to the base. 1. A utility cart , comprising:an insulated cold storage compartment;a dry storage compartment, the dry storage compartment configured to retractably extend horizontally relative to the insulated cold storage compartment;a base supporting the insulated cold storage compartment and the dry storage compartment; andfront and rear wheels attached to the base.2. The utility cart of claim 1 , further comprising a pivot-able handle connected to the base.3. The utility cart of claim 2 , further comprising a refrigeration unit to refrigerate the cold storage compartment.4. The utility cart of claim 3 , further comprising a rechargeable battery mounted to the pivot-able handle to power the refrigeration unit to refrigerate the cold storage compartment.5. The utility cart of claim 4 , further comprising a wireless transceiver supported by one of the handle claim 4 , the base claim 4 , the insulated cold storage compartment and the dry storage compartment to communicate with at least one of a point-of-sale device and a mobile device.6. The utility cart of claim 5 , further comprising a display supported by the handle and configured to display information concerning content of at least one of the insulated cold storage compartment and the dry storage compartment.7. The utility cart of claim 1 , further comprising a leverage foot pad attached to the base claim 1 , the leverage foot pad providing leverage to tilt the utility cart backward onto the rear wheels.8. The utility cart of claim 1 , further comprising at least one weight sensor attached to the base to weigh contents of at least one of the dry storage compartment and the insulated cold storage compartment.9. The utility cart of claim 8 , ...

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Номер записи: 86
02-08-2018 дата публикации

PIN-DROP HITCH MOUNT ASSEMBLY WITH ALIGNMENT FEATURES FOR ALIGNING DRAWBAR AND DRAWBAR RECEIVER

Номер: US20180215216A1
Автор: FAUST Jeremy J., Parsons Stephen K., Stephenson Roger D.
Принадлежит:

A hitch mount assembly includes features configured to facilitate hitching of a drawbar receiver to a drawbar. The hitch mount assembly includes an alignment member supported for movement relative to the drawbar receiver. The alignment member is configured to abut the drawbar and consequently move the drawbar receiver relative to the drawbar to substantially align the pin opening of the receiver with the pin hole of the drawbar. The hitch mount assembly also includes a view window in the drawbar receiver for viewing movement of the drawbar within the drawbar cavity. 1. A pin-drop hitch mount assembly comprising:a drawbar receiver that defines a pin opening and a drawbar cavity, the drawbar cavity defining an axial direction and a lateral direction, the drawbar cavity configured to receive a drawbar with a pin hole;a pin that is supported for movement within the pin opening between a retracted position and an extended position, wherein the pin, in the extended position, is configured to be received in the pin opening and the pin hole to attach the drawbar to the drawbar receiver, and wherein the drawbar receiver is configured to be detached from the drawbar when the pin is in the retracted position; andat least one alignment member supported for movement relative to the drawbar receiver in at least one of the axial direction and the lateral direction, the at least one alignment member including an abutment surface;wherein the abutment surface is configured to abut the drawbar when the drawbar is advanced into the drawbar cavity and consequently move the drawbar receiver relative to the drawbar to substantially align the pin opening with the pin hole.2. The pin-drop hitch mount assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one alignment member is pivotally attached to a wall of the drawbar receiver.3. The pin-drop hitch mount assembly of claim 1 , further comprising at least one biasing member configured to provide a biasing force that moves the drawbar receiver relative ...

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Номер записи: 87
02-07-2020 дата публикации

Devices including deployable hitch assemblies and autonomous engagement systems incorporating the same

Номер: US20200207167A1
Автор: Aimee S. Goncalves, Joseph Bondaryk, Paul W. Baim, Toffee Albina
Принадлежит: Toyota Research Institute Inc

A robotic system that includes a body, a hitch assembly coupled to the body, and a sensor array coupled to the body. The robotic system includes a processor and operating logic containing programming instructions thereon that, when executed, causes the processor to detect, via the sensor array, a location of a vehicle relative to the body. The programming instructions of the operating logic further cause the processor to detect, via the sensor array, a position of a hitch receiver along the vehicle and move the body toward the vehicle to position the hitch assembly proximate to the hitch receiver. The programming instructions of the operating logic further cause the processor to move the hitch assembly relative to the body and in alignment with the hitch receiver and engage the hitch assembly to the hitch receiver to securely couple the body to the vehicle.

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Номер записи: 88
11-07-2019 дата публикации

Trailer coupling with a coupling arm

Номер: US20190210419A1
Автор: Bjorn KLEINHANS, Florian Becker, Kay Angermann, Marc Weiner, Waldemar GROSS
Принадлежит: Westfalia Automotive GmbH

The invention relates to a trailer coupling for a motor vehicle, with a coupling arm ( 11, 111, 211 ), on the free longitudinal end region ( 12 ) of which a coupling body ( 13 ), in particular a coupling ball ( 14 ), for the coupling of a trailer ( 190 ) or a load carrier ( 290 ) is arranged, and the other longitudinal end region ( 15 ) of which forms a holding end ( 16 ) for holding and/or movable mounting on a supporting structure ( 70 ) of the motor vehicle ( 90 ), wherein the coupling arm has supporting straps ( 20, 21 ) which extend along a longitudinal extent of the coupling arm at a transverse distance ( 22 ) to each other between the longitudinal end regions ( 12, 15 ). It is provided that the supporting straps ( 20, 21 ) are connected to each other by a plurality of connecting struts ( 26 - 31 ) in the manner of a lattice structure ( 24 ) or rib structure ( 25 ).

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Номер записи: 89
23-10-2014 дата публикации

DRAWBAR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140312595A1
Автор: Knowles Terry, Lavall Paul
Принадлежит: BEAK Holdings Pty Ltd.

The present invention relates to a drawbar assembly for interconnecting a vehicle such as trailer, to another vehicle, such a motor vehicle. The drawbar assembly includes a drawbar beam that pivots upward and downwardly and has a coupling portion at an outer end that interconnects to a co-operating coupling portion. The drawbar beam also has a force exerting mechanism, such as a torsion spring that is operable to support the drawbar beam unassisted (i.e., without manual assistance) in the lowered operative position to facilitate the coupling portion being hitched. The present invention also relates to a vehicle having the drawbar assembly fitted thereto. 1. A drawbar assembly for interconnecting a vehicle , such as trailer , to another vehicle , such a motor vehicle , wherein the drawbar assembly includes:a drawbar beam having a coupling portion that can interconnect to a co-operating coupling portion;a pivot mounting that is configured to allow the drawbar beam to be pivot between i) a lowered operative orientation in which the coupling portion presents for connection and ii) a stowed raised orientation in which the coupling is inoperative; anda supporting mechanism that is operable to support the drawbar beam unassisted (i.e., without manual assistance) in the lowered operative position to facilitate connection of the coupling portion to a co-operating coupling portion of another vehicle.2. The drawbar assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the supporting mechanism is a force exerting mechanism and is operable to at least partially assist in supporting the weight of the drawbar beam while moving between the operative and stowed orientations.3. The drawbar assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the supporting mechanism is a force exerting mechanism that is unpowered i.e. claim 1 , is not powered by an external or internal power source claim 1 , and the force applied is in response to the weight of the drawbar beam acting on the force exerting mechanism.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 90
11-08-2016 дата публикации

GOLF CART HITCH

Номер: US20160229242A1
Автор: Swartz Neal, Swartz Rocky
Принадлежит:

A golf cart hitch assembly may be attached to a golf cart in a manner to evenly distribute the weight of a towed element across the frame of the golf cart. This may be helpful in towing a relatively substantial element, such as a trailer. One advantage of the inventor's golf cart hitch is that it requires relatively little or no permanent modification to the golf cart itself. Another advantage is the ability to attach one or more conventional ball hitches at different locations on the assembly. In its simplest form, the assembly includes a pair of brackets for attachment to the frame of the golf cart, such as via bolts or screws, and a plate attached to both brackets, the plate including one or more locations for the attachment of one or more ball hitches. 1. A trailer hitch assembly for attachment to a golf cart comprising:at least two fixing members configured for attachment to the golf cart; andat least one support member configured for attaching to at least one ball hitch.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one support member connects the at least two fixing members together.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the support member includes at least one primary aperture for attaching the at least one ball hitch.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the support member includes a plurality of primary apertures for attaching the at least one ball hitch.5. The assembly of claim 4 , further including at least one secondary aperture for attaching a chain between the support member and a tow-behind cart.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the support member is welded to that at least two fixing members.7. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the fixing members comprises a bracket configured for attaching to the frame of the golf cart claim 1 , said bracket including at least three sections claim 1 , each of the three sections defining a distinct plane.8. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein a portion of each of the fixing members is adapted to be ...

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Номер записи: 91
11-08-2016 дата публикации

ARTICULATED JOINT FOR AN IMPLEMENT CARRIER VEHICLE AND AN IMPLEMENT CARRIER VEHICLE COMPRISING SUCH ARTICULATED JOINT

Номер: US20160229243A1
Автор: Wagner Ronny
Принадлежит: Alfred Karcher GmbH & Co. KG

An articulated joint () for an implement carrier vehicle (), said articulated joint () being adapted to connect a front vehicle body () and a rear vehicle body (). The articulated joint () comprises a socket () arranged in a first articulation link portion (), said first articulation link portion being adapted to be connected to one of said front or said rear vehicle body (). The articulation joint () further comprises a stud () arranged in a second articulation link portion (), and extending along an axis A, said second articulation portion () being adapted to be connected to another one of said front or rear vehicle body (), said stud being pivotally arranged in said socket (), and at least one annular sealing device () at least partly enclosing said stud and socket, and wherein said annular sealing device () comprises a sealing flange (). 115-. (canceled)16. An articulated joint for an implement carrier vehicle comprising a front vehicle body and a rear vehicle body , the articulated joint comprising:a socket located in a first articulation link portion, the first articulation link portion configured to be connected to one of the front vehicle body or the rear vehicle body;a stud located in a second articulation link portion and extending along an axis, the second articulation portion configured to be connected to the other of the front vehicle body or the rear vehicle body, the stud configured to be pivotally received in the socket;an upper annular sealing device comprising a first sealing flange configured to at least partly enclose the stud and the socket; anda lower annular sealing device comprising a second sealing flange configured to at least partly enclose the stud and the socket.17. The articulated joint according to claim 16 , wherein the upper annular sealing device claim 16 , the lower annular sealing device claim 16 , the first sealing flange claim 16 , and the second sealing flange are configured to provide an annular sealing space claim 16 , the ...

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Номер записи: 92
09-08-2018 дата публикации

Trailer Hitch

Номер: US20180222263A1
Автор: Gentner Wolfgang, Kadnikov Aleksej, Rimmelspacher Bernhard
Принадлежит:

In order for a trailer hitch, comprising a bearing unit mountable on a rear end portion of a vehicle body, in fixed relation to the vehicle, said bearing unit having a bearing base and a ball neck carrier supported for movement on the bearing base, and further comprising a ball neck which at a first end is fixedly connected to the ball neck carrier and at a second end carries a hitch ball and which is movable, by the movement of the ball neck carrier relative to the bearing base, between two final positions, one of which is an operating position and the other one of which is a rest position, to be improved such that the position of the ball neck can be detected as simply and unambiguously as possible, it is proposed that a sensor system be provided for detecting the position of the ball neck relative to the bearing base, which sensor system detects the positions of the ball neck relative to the bearing base mounted in fixed relation to the vehicle and generates position information representative of the respective position of the ball neck. 1. Trailer hitch , comprising a bearing unit mountable , in particular by way of a mounting unit , on a rear end portion of a vehicle body , in fixed relation to the vehicle , said bearing unit having a bearing base and a ball neck carrier supported for movement on the bearing base , and further comprising a ball neck which at a first end is fixedly connected to the ball neck carrier and at a second end carries a hitch ball and which is movable , by the movement of the ball neck carrier relative to the bearing base , between two final positions , one of which is an operating position in which the ball neck extends substantially in a vertical longitudinal center plane of the trailer hitch which , particularly in the state of being mounted to the vehicle body , is coincident with a vertical vehicle longitudinal center plane of the vehicle body , and the other one of which is a rest position in which the ball neck extends ...

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Номер записи: 93
09-08-2018 дата публикации

Trailer Hitch

Номер: US20180222265A1
Автор: Gentner Wolfgang, Recker Dirk
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In order for a trailer hitch, comprising a pivot bearing unit mountable on a rear end portion of a vehicle body, in fixed relation to the vehicle, and a pivot element supported on the pivot bearing unit for pivotal movement about at least one pivot axis, said pivot element having fixedly connected thereto a ball neck carrying a hitch ball, said ball neck being pivotable, by pivoting the pivot element about the at least one pivot axis relative to the pivot bearing unit, between two final positions, one of which is an operating position and another one of which is a rest position, to be improved such that the location of the pivot element can be detected as simply and unambiguously as possible, it is proposed that a sensor system be provided for detecting at least one location of the pivot element relative to the pivot bearing unit with respect to the at least one pivot axis, which sensor system detects the locations of the pivot element relative to the pivot bearing unit mounted in fixed relation to the vehicle and generates position information representative of the respective location of the pivot element. 1. Trailer hitch , comprisinga pivot bearing unit mountable on a rear end portion of a vehicle body, in fixed relation to the vehicle, and a pivot element supported on the pivot bearing unit for pivotal movement about at least one pivot axis, said pivot element having fixedly connected thereto a ball neck carrying a hitch ball, said ball neck being pivotable, by pivoting the pivot element about the at least one pivot axis relative to the pivot bearing unit, between two final positions, one of which is an operating position in which the ball neck extends substantially in a vertical longitudinal center plane of the trailer hitch which, particularly in the state of being mounted to the vehicle body, is coincident with the vertical longitudinal center plane of the vehicle body, and another one of which is a rest position in which the ball neck extends transversely ...

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Номер записи: 94
09-07-2020 дата публикации

Manual Pallet Jack Hitch and Related Systems and Methods

Номер: US20200216299A1
Автор: Johnson Dan
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The various embodiments disclosed herein relate to an interchangeable hitch mechanism that is coupleable to a pusher device. Other implementations relate to a pusher device having such an interchangeable hitch mechanism that can be removably coupleable to a manual jack pallet. 1. An interchangeable hitch mechanism comprising:(a) a distal hitch body;(b) an angled coupling feature defined at or near the distal end of the distal hitch body;(c) a mateable coupling structure disposed on the distal hitch body;(d) a proximal hitch body; (i) a stationary piston body fixedly coupled to the proximal hitch body; and', '(ii) an extendable tensioned piston rod extending from the stationary piston body, the extendable tensioned piston rod fixedly coupled to the distal hitch body; and, '(e) a tensioned piston assembly comprising(f) a pusher device coupling mechanism disposed at a proximal end of the proximal hitch body.2. The interchangeable hitch mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the mateable coupling structure comprises a notch.3. The interchangeable hitch mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the extendable tensioned piston rod is moveable between a retracted position and an extended position.4. The interchangeable hitch mechanism of claim 3 , wherein the retracted position is an untensioned position and the extended position is a tensioned position.5. The interchangeable hitch mechanism of claim 3 , wherein the movement of the piston rod into the extended position causes the distal hitch body to move into a lowered position.6. The interchangeable hitch mechanism of claim 3 , wherein the movement of the piston rod into the retracted position causes the distal hitch body to move into a raised position.7. The interchangeable hitch mechanism of claim 1 , further comprising an actuation assembly operably coupled to the distal hitch body claim 1 , wherein actuation of the actuation assembly can move the distal hitch body between a raised position and a lowered position.8. A pusher device for ...

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Номер записи: 95
19-08-2021 дата публикации

Implement control of vehicle and implement combination

Номер: US20210255639A1
Автор: Darin Packebush, Travis Davis
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

An implement includes a global positioning system (GPS) receiver and an implement control system. The global positioning system receiver is configured to obtain position information for the implement. The implement control system is configured to determine a lateral error for the implement based on the position information, estimate a lateral error for a vehicle relative to the implement, the vehicle being attached to the implement, and steer the vehicle to guide the implement based on at least the lateral error for the implement and the lateral error for the vehicle.

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Номер записи: 96
26-08-2021 дата публикации

IMPLEMENT SUPPORT APPARATUS

Номер: US20210259146A1
Автор: Beaujot Norbert
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A U-shaped support frame has a base beam and parallel side beams extending rearward from the base beam and defining an open implement area, which can be made adjustable. A hitch is attached to the front end of the support frame and frame wheels support the side beams, and rotate about a horizontal frame wheel axis that is fixed in an orientation perpendicular to the operating travel direction. Implements are configured to perform an implement operation and to rest on the ground surface when in an idle position. The support frame is moved rearward to a loading position where each implement is movable to an operating position supported by the support frame. Each implement provides a beam lock connection between the side beams that resists twisting movement of the side beams to maintain the frame wheels and the side beams in a substantially fixed relationship with respect to each other. 1. An implement support apparatus comprising:a U-shaped support frame comprising a base beam and right and left substantially parallel side beams extending rearward from corresponding right and left portions of the base beam and defining an open implement area between the right and left side beams;a hitch assembly attached at a rear end thereof to a front end of the support frame and adapted at a front end thereof for connection to a towing vehicle;right and left frame wheels mounted to the corresponding right and left side beams and supporting the right and left side beams, each frame wheel rotatable about a frame wheel axis that is fixed in a substantially horizontal orientation perpendicular to an operating travel direction that is substantially aligned with the right and left side beams;first and second implements, each implement configured to perform an implement operation and to rest on the ground surface when in an idle position;wherein the first and second implements and the support frame are configured such that when each implement is in the idle position, the support frame is ...

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Номер записи: 97
25-07-2019 дата публикации

PIVOTAL TOW BAR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190225036A1
Автор: Westervelt Tod
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A tow bar assembly for use in connecting a towing vehicle to a towed vehicle. The tow bar assembly includes a drawbar and a housing assembly capable of being configured with a supplemental braking system. A connector secures the housing to a tow hitch member, such that two separate, non-planar perpendicular axes of pivotal rotation are created. The tow hitch assembly includes at least one arm with an inner and outer portion, wherein the inner portion rotates about a central axis relative to the inner portion within the outer portion. A fourth pivotal axis is created by a connection of mounting brackets to the tow hitch member. 1. A tow bar assembly for connecting a towing vehicle to a towed vehicle , comprising:a drawbar that is receivable within a receiver of a towing vehicle;a housing having oppositely oriented first and second ends, wherein the first end of the housing connects the housing to the drawbar and the second end of the housing is defined by a pair of vertically oriented opposing generally parallel and spaced flanges adapted to receive a first pivot member; the first end of the connector oriented between the flanges of the second end of the housing and connected to the second end of the housing via the first pivot member such that the connector and housing are pivotal along a first pivot axis,', 'the second end of the connector defined by a pair of horizontally oriented opposing generally parallel and spaced flanges adapted to receive a second pivot member;, 'a connector having oppositely oriented first and second ends,'}a tow hitch member having at least one arm connected to the second pivot member and extending from the second pivot member to a mounting bracket for connection to the towed vehicle and such that the connector and tow hitch member are pivotal about a second pivot axis, whereby the tow bar assembly permits universal pivoting motion between the towing vehicle and the towed vehicle.2. The tow bar assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least ...

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Номер записи: 98
25-07-2019 дата публикации

TRAILER COUPLING HAVING A TENSION ANCHOR

Номер: US20190225039A1
Автор: ANGERMANN Kay, GRAUTE Hendrik, GRINGEL Raphael, KUHLEN Arne
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The disclosure relates to a trailer coupling for a motor vehicle, comprising a carrier assembly having a transverse carrier for arranging on the rear of a motor vehicle and a retainer retained on the transverse carrier for retaining a coupling element of the trailer coupling, wherein the coupling element is provided for fastening a trailer, wherein the retainer is connected to the transverse carrier by a tension anchor of a tension anchor assembly wherein the tension anchor penetrates the transverse carrier along the tension anchor load axis of the tension anchor and loads an abutment surface of the retainer, through which abutment surface the tension anchor load axis or an axis parallel thereto passes, against the transverse carrier. Further, the retainer has at least one side support surface, which projects in front of the abutment surface adjacent to the tension anchor and lies against the transverse carrier such that the retainer is supported on the transverse carrier laterally adjacent to the tension carrier with respect to a force acting transversely to the tension anchor load axis of the tension anchor. 1. A trailer coupling for a motor vehicle comprising: a carrier assembly comprising a transverse carrier for arranging on the rear of a motor vehicle and a retainer retained on the transverse carrier for retaining a coupling element , of the trailer coupling , wherein the coupling element is provided for fastening a trailer or a load carrier , wherein the retainer is connected to the transverse carrier by a tension anchor of a tension anchor assembly , wherein the tension anchor penetrates the transverse carrier along a tension anchor load axis of the tension anchor and loads an abutment surface of the retainer , through which abutment surface the tension anchor load axis or an axis parallel to the tension anchor load axis passes , against the transverse carrier , wherein the retainer has at least one side support surface which projects in front of the ...

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Номер записи: 99
16-07-2020 дата публикации

Carriage and transport system

Номер: US20200223631A1
Автор: Shinichi Azumi
Принадлежит: Sharp Corp

The carriage is coupled to the traveling device including a driving wheel and is towed and moved by the traveling device. The carriage includes: a traveling wheel provided in a bottom portion of the carriage; an accommodating part for accommodating the traveling device; and a passage which is provided on a side surface of the carriage and through which light emitted from a detector passes, the detector being provided in the traveling device to detect an obstacle around the traveling device.

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Номер записи: 100