CAM FOLLOWER ROLLER ASSEMBLY

A cam follower roller assembly has a shaft insertable into a roller. The shaft has a zerk in communication with the channel wherein lubricant can be added to the assembly. The design of the assembly in one embodiment is such that a larger shoulder to shaft radius stabilizes the shaft and limits the shaft from rocking or elongating within a mounting hole. When utilized in the application of a loading mechanism and carriage assembly for trash collection vehicles, one embodiment of the cam follower roller assembly provides greater life and easier serviceability. 1. A cam follower roller assembly for a trash collection vehicle carriage , comprising:a shaft;a roller;the shaft insertable into the roller;a zerk;the shaft having a channel;the shaft having at least one secondary channel;wherein a lubricant can flow through the zerk, the channel and the at least one secondary channel to lubricate a portion of the cam follower roller assembly.2. The cam follower roller assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the shaft has a shoulder.3. The cam follower roller assembly of claim 2 , wherein:the shaft has a first member and a second member;the first member has a threaded portion.4. The cam follower roller assembly of claim 3 , wherein;a fastener can be selectively attached to the threaded portion.5. The cam follower roller assembly of claim 4 , wherein:the first member has a diameter;the second member has a diameter;the diameter of the second member is greater than the diameter of the first member.6. The cam follower roller assembly of claim 5 , wherein:the roller has an edge;wherein the edge makes contact with at least a portion of a bottom of the shoulder.7. A cam follower roller assembly for a trash collection vehicle carriage claim 5 , comprising:a shaft;a roller;the shaft insertable into the roller;a zerk;the shaft having a channel;wherein a lubricant can flow through the zerk and the channel to lubricate a portion of the cam follower roller assembly.8. The cam follower roller ...

GARBAGE TRUCK SWEEPER ATTACHMENT

A sweeper attachment for a refuse collection vehicle that utilizes either a conveyor system or a vacuum system to transport debris from a road surface to a collection body of the refuse collection vehicle. The sweeper attachment allows for the same vehicle to be used for both refuse collection and sweeping roadway surfaces.

ZERO RADIUS AUTOMATED ARM

A collection mechanism for a side loading refuse collection vehicle that can move both horizontally and vertically to service multiple compartments designed for specific types of refuse or recyclables. A grabber assembly can move horizontally on a rail in either a lowered position or in a raised dumping position. The grabber assembly can move vertically on a mast. Preferably a sprocket wheel and a track are utilized to move the grabber assembly vertically from a street position to a dumping position. 1. A collection mechanism for a refuse collection vehicle having a first compartment and a second compartment , comprising:a grabber assembly configured to selectively secure a refuse bin;a horizontal rail;the grabber assembly movable on the horizontal rail;a mast;the grabber assembly movable vertically on the mast;a zero radius motor configured to move the grabber assembly.2. The collection mechanism of claim 1 , wherein:the grabber assembly can be moved from a first position to a second position;the first position aligns with the first compartment of the refuse collection vehicle.3. The collection mechanism of claim 2 , wherein:the grabber assembly can be moved from a first position to a second position;the second position aligns with the second compartment of the refuse collection vehicle.4. The collection mechanism of claim 3 , wherein:the mast has a track.5. The collection mechanism of claim 4 , further comprising:a linkage system that connects the grabber assembly to the mast.6. The collection mechanism of claim 5 , wherein:the linkage system has a sprocket wheel that can move along the track.7. The collection mechanism of claim 6 , wherein:the horizontal movement of the grabber assembly and the vertical movement of the grabber assembly are independent of one another.8. The collection mechanism of claim 7 , wherein:a first hydraulic cylinder moves the grabber assembly from the first position to the second position.9. The collection mechanism of claim 8 , wherein:a ...

LINEARLY EXTENDABLE COLLECTION MECHANISM FOR REFUSE HAULING VEHICLES

An improved recyclables collection vehicle includes a lift mechanism for selective loading into any one of multiple hoppers on the vehicle. The lift mechanism includes a track which extends past the rear of the vehicle such that a moveable carriage may move along the track to collect a refuse bin located to the rear of the vehicle or on an elevated dock behind or alongside the vehicle. The carriage can be aligned with any one of the hoppers such that the lift mechanism will elevate the refuse bin and invert it over the hopper container. The movement of the carriage along the track and the raising of the lift mechanism are operated with a wireless remote control. 1. A collection mechanism for a side loaded commodity collection body having at least one collection chamber attached thereto , the collection mechanism comprising:a track extending longitudinally along a side of the collection body and being moveable between a raised position above the collection chamber and a lowered position;a carriage engaged with the track for linear movement on the track between a position alongside the collection chamber to a rearward position with respect to the collection body; andat least one container engagement assembly combined to the carriage and positioned in an outward facing position with respect to the side of the collection body to receive a container and selectively engage the container for movement of the container along the track, the container movable with the track between the raised and lowered positions thereof.2. The collection mechanism of whereinthe track is supported on a plurality of support arms,the support arms supported on a chassis of a commodity collection vehicle supporting the commodity collection body,a linkage arm joined to the track, the linkage arm rotating the track around a hinge on the support arms when the track is moved to the raised position.3. The collection mechanism of whereinthe carriage is moveable along the length of the track upon ...

MECHANISM TO EMPTY TRUNNION EQUIPPED REFUSE CONTAINER INTO SIDE LOADING COLLECTION BODY

An automated side loading mechanism for a refuse collection body capable of lifting and emptying a refuse container equipped with a trunnion bar. A carriage reaches out from the side of the collection body and includes a lift mechanism. The lift mechanism includes pockets to receive opposing ends of the trunnion bar on the refuse container. Lock arms pivot downward so that bar members on the lock arms overlie top edges of the refuse container. The carriage is retracted and the lift mechanism is raised on the carriage so that the refuse container can be upended over the load opening of the collection body. The bars on the lock arms angle upwardly to allow plastic lids hinged to the refuse container to swing past the bars when the container is upended, while restraining the container from falling into the collection body. 1. An automated side loading mechanism for a commodity collection body mounted on a truck chassis , the invention comprisinga carriage selectively movable transversely relative to a longitudinal axis of the collection body from a fully extended position to a retracted position,a lifting mechanism carried on the carriage, the lifting mechanism adapted for selective retention of a trunnion equipped container thereto, the trunnion equipped container including trunnions extending from opposite ends thereof,the lifting mechanism movable substantially vertically along the carriage,the lifting mechanism including a pair of spaced apart trunnion receiving members,each of the trunnion receiving members including an open topped trunnion pocket thereon for removably receiving one of the trunnions of the trunnion equipped container therein,the lifting mechanism further including a pair of arms pivotable thereon,each arm pivotable between a raised position and a lowered position,each arm selectively pivotable to the lowered position wherein the arm overlies a top of a respective one of end walls of the trunnion equipped container when trunnions of the trunnion ...

Load leveling modification for front loading refuse truck

A modification apparatus to convert an existing front loading refuse collection truck so that the lifted container remains level until the container is near the load opening of the refuse collection body of the truck. A mounting plate is bolted to brackets added to an existing refuse collection body and provides multiple connection points for attachment of one end of a slave cylinder that is hinged at its other end to one of the main lift arms of the collection body. As the rod of the slave cylinder extends or retracts with the movement of the lift arm, hydraulic fluid from the slave cylinder passes to fork cylinders which retract or extend to control the orientation of the lifted container relative to the lift arms. The apparatus can be easily added to a variety of existing front loading collection bodies.

OSCILLATING KINGPIN STRUCTURE FOR GRAIN TRAILER

A rocking trailer kingpin assembly for a grain trailer constructed of aluminum or light weight steel includes an upper subframe mounted to the trailer body with a pivotable lower subframe hinged to the upper subframe. The lower subframe includes a skid plate from which a kingpin extends such that the kingpin can be received in the filth wheel coupling, of a truck tractor. 1. Coupling apparatus for a grain trailer comprisingan upper subframe fixed to the underside of a frame of the grain trailer,the upper subframe including a pivot support secured thereto,the pivot support comprising first and second spaced apart bearing support plates,a lower plate member pivotably retained to the upper subframe, the lower plate member comprising a kingpin depending therefrom,a pair of spaced apart axle receivers fixed to and extending above the lower plate,an axle passing through the axle receivers of the lower plate and also through bearings supported in the bearing support plates of the upper subframe,wherein the lower plate will rock about the axle.2. The coupling apparatus of whereinthe pivot support secured to the upper subframe between a front end wall and an intermediate rib of the subframe,the pivot support comprising first and second bearing support plates, the first bearing support plate depending from the front end wall of the upper subframe and the second bearing support plate depending from the intermediate rib of the upper subframe,a lower plate pivotably retained to the upper subframe, the lower plate comprising a kingpin depending therebelow,a pair of spaced apart axle receivers extending above a skid plate of the lower plate,an axle passing through the axle receivers of the lower plate and also through beat mg supported m the bearing support plates of the upper subframe,wherein the lower plate will rock about the axle relative to the upper subframe.3. In a coupling apparatus for a grain trailer wherein a kingpin on the grain trailer is received in a fifth wheel ...

ADAPTER TO UNLOAD REAR LOADING CONTAINER INTO SIDE LOADING COMPACTION BODY

An adapter to allow a sideloading refuse collection body to empty a rear loading container having trunnions. The adapter has a pair of spaced apart trunnion pockets to receive opposing trunnions of the container. A pair of lock arms on the adapter can be lowered against the tops of opposing sides of the container to lock the container in the trunnion pockets and against a stabilizer which engages the front wall of the container. The adapter includes a guide plate aligned with and extending from the front wall of the container. Lift arms on the collection body are joined to opposing sides of the adapter. 1. An adapter for a side loaded compaction body to engage a rear loading refuse container , the container having trunnions extending from opposing ends of the container for lifting the container , the compaction body having a lifting mechanism combined thereto with a pair of lift arms extending alongside the compaction body to lift the adapter along with a container replaceably attached thereto , up a track that extends vertically up a side of the compaction body , to move the container between a loading position and an inverted unloading position to unload the container into a chamber of the compaction body , the adapter comprising:a pair of trunnion pockets spaced apart to align with the trunnions extending from each opposing end of the container for replaceably receiving the container and lifting the container between the loading position and the inverted unloading position;at least one lock arm moveable to a locking position against a top rim of the container to prevent the container from falling when the container is in the inverted unloading position;a pair of track rollers spaced apart to align with the track, wherein the adapter is replaceably attached to the compaction body with the track rollers engaged in the track, the adapter moves on the track as the adapter is lifted between the loading position and the inverted unloading position;a stabilizer combined ...

VERSATILE COLLECTION APPARATUS FOR FRONT LOADING REFUSE VEHICLE

A refuse collection assembly for a refuse collection vehicle mounts to a intermediate container on the refuse collection vehicle. The refuse receptacle collection assembly can grasp a refuse receptacle at curbside, at street side, or forward of the intermediate container in any location over a one hundred eighty degree arc. The collection assembly grasps the receptacle and locates it above the intermediate container and tilts it sufficiently to empty the contents of the receptacle in the intermediate container. The collection assembly then returns the receptacle upright to its previous location or to any location to the right, left or forward of the refuse collection assembly. The refuse receptacle collection assembly includes a rail extending along a wall of the intermediate container, a carriage selectively movable along the rail, and a receptacle engaging assembly supported by the carriage for grasping the refuse receptacle. 1. A front loading refuse collection vehicle for collecting refuse contained in a refuse receptacle , the vehicle comprising:a collection body having at least one refuse storage compartment,the collection body having an intake compartment adjacent the at least one storage compartment,the vehicle including a cab forward of the intake compartment,the vehicle including lift arms for lifting an intermediate container from a position in front of the cab to an inverted position above the intake compartment,the intermediate container including a refuse receptacle dumping assembly supported thereon,the refuse receptacle dumping assembly including:a rail on which a carriage is slidably supported,the rail having a length approximately at least four times a width of the carriage,drive apparatus to selectively locate the carriage along the rail,the carriage including a rotary actuator coupled to an arm assembly,the rotary actuator selectively rotatable about a substantially vertical axis to any position within a 180 degree range relative to a front wall ...

Methods and systems for providing visuospatial information

Methods and systems for providing feedback during a medical procedure. The 3D position and orientation of a tracked tool are determined, relative to a site of the medical procedure, based on tracking information received from a tracking system. The 3D position and orientation are mapped to a common coordinate space, to determine the 3D position and orientation relative to a field-of-view (FOV) of an optical camera that is capturing an optical image of the site. Navigational information associated with the 3D position and orientation is determined. A virtual representation of the navigational information overlaid on the FOV and displayed. The displayed virtual representation is updated when the 3D position and orientation of the tracked tool changes or when the FOV changes, in accordance with the change.

FRONT LOAD FORK ASSEMBLY FOR SIDE LOAD OR REAR LOAD CONTAINERS

An adapter for lift arms of a front loading commodity collection truck includes a pair of forks, each of which can individually pivot from a position alongside the frame of the adapter to a position generally perpendicular to the frame of the adapter. Each fork includes elements to allow it to connect with either a side loadable refuse container or a rear end loadable refuse container. At least one fork is supported on a laterally telescoping assembly so that the fork can reach a refuse container located, away from the adapter on the street side of the collection truck, 1. In a commodity collection body having lift arms movable from a towered position forward of the commodity collection body to a raised position above a load opening of the commodity collection body; each of the lift arms having a fork lift cylinder attached therealong , an improvement comprisinga fork assembly mounted to the lift arms,an elongate main frame extending between the lift arms,the main frame supporting a first fork selectively pivotable about a first axle supported on the main frame,the first axle having a longitudinal axis transverse to a longitudinal axis of the frame,the first fork including trunnion pockets on a street side thereof,the trunnion pockets adapted to selectively receive trunnion rods extending from a first side of a trunnion equipped refuse container,at least one lock down arm pivotable between an open position and a closed position,the at least one lock down arm touchingly engaging a top edge of the trunnion equipped refuse container,wherein the lift arms may selectively lift and upend the trunnion equipped refuse container over the load opening of the commodity collection body.2. The improvement of whereinthe fork assembly includes a main trunnion tube having lever members extending therefrom,the main frame supported on the main trunnion tube,the main frame substantially parallel with the main trunnion tube,the lever members adapted for rotating the main trunnion tube ...

TRAILER FOR TRANSPORT OF FRACKING SAND

An assembly for a fracking sand trailer wherein a door can be positioned to allow a measured flow of sand to exit the assembly. The assembly can be attached to a hopper of a trailer and can stand the weight of heavy loads associated with sand. A trailer with the assembly is also described and utilizes specific construction techniques to lighten the weight of the trailer. 1. An assembly for a sand trailer , comprising:a door;the door movable from a first position to a second position;the first position is a closed position;the second position is at least a partially open position;a frame;the frame mountable to the sand trailer;a motor capable of moving the door from the first position to the second position;a track wherein the door moves along the track.2. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of reinforcement members.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein:the door is slidable between an upper subframe and a lower subframe.4. The assembly of claim 3 , further comprising:roller chain elements.5. The assembly of claim 4 , wherein:a gear reducer rotates a sprocket to engage the roller chain elements.6. The assembly of claim 5 , further comprising:cross members linking each side of the assembly.7. The assembly of claim 6 , wherein:the reinforcement members span from a first side of the assembly to a second side of the assembly.8. The assembly of claim 7 , wherein:a shield covers a drive shaft of each motor.9. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein:the motor is hydraulically powered.10. A sand trailer claim 8 , comprising:a body;a hopper;the hopper made of aluminum;a steel reinforced frame;a diffuser placed across an opening of the trailer;wherein the diffuser deflects materials loaded into the trailer thereby protecting the hopper and a hopper door;an upper subframe mountable to an underside of the sand trailer body,a pair of spaced apart axle receivers extending above a skid plate;a door;the door movable from a first position to a second position;the first ...

Manual cart latch

An attachment for a side loading refuse vehicles wherein the attachment can secure several different types of refuse containers. The attachment is operated without electronics and hydraulics, thus making retrofitting already in-use refuse vehicles easy and inexpensive.

Patient reference device

Methods and devices to track patient anatomy during a surgical operation. A patient reference device is attached to an anatomical feature of a patient and it includes an attachment base and an optically-trackable array detectable by an optical navigation system and having a longitudinally-extending arm to space apart the fixed geometric pattern from the anatomical feature. The arm includes a connector to be detachably secured to the attachment base. An inertial measurement unit within the attachment base enables determining, based on comparing a threshold level to a motion signal, that the attachment base has changed position, wherein the motion signal represents the change in position and its magnitude. Based on determining that the attachment base has changed position an alarm signal is generated an and an output device in the attachment base outputs an alarm in response to the alarm signal.

Depth-encoded fiducial marker for intraoperative surgical registration

Methods and systems of performing intraoperative image registration during a medical procedure are described. A depth-encoded marker is provided to an object of interest. The marker is imageable by at least two imaging systems. The marker has asymmetry in at least a depth dimension. First and second sets of image data are obtained. Tracking data is obtained. The first image coordinate space, the second image coordinate space and the tracking coordinate space are independent from each other. Transformation mapping is performed to register the first and second sets of image data and the tracking data to each other. The first and second sets of image data are mapped to each other based on the depth-encoded marker. The first or second set of image data and the tracking data are mapped to each other based the same or different marker.

Adapter to unload rear loading container into side loading compaction body

An adapter to allow a sideloading refuse collection body to empty a rear loading container having trunnions. The adapter has a pair of spaced apart trunnion pockets to receive opposing trunnions of the container. A pair of lock arms on the adapter can be lowered against the tops of opposing sides of the container to lock the container in the trunnion pockets and against a stabilizer which engages the front wall of the container. The adapter includes a guide plate aligned with and extending from the front wall of the container. Lift arms on the collection body are joined to opposing sides of the adapter.

Trailer for transport of fracking sand

An assembly for a fracking sand trailer wherein a door can be positioned to allow a measured flow of sand to exit the assembly. The assembly can be attached to a hopper of a trailer and can stand the weight of heavy loads associated with sand. A trailer with the assembly is also described and utilizes specific construction techniques to lighten the weight of the trailer.

Versatile collection apparatus for front loading refuse vehicle

A refuse collection assembly for a refuse collection vehicle mounts to a intermediate container on the refuse collection vehicle. The refuse receptacle collection assembly can grasp a refuse receptacle at curbside, at street side, or forward of the intermediate container in any location over a one hundred eighty degree arc. The collection assembly grasps the receptacle and locates it above the intermediate container and tilts it sufficiently to empty the contents of the receptacle in the intermediate container. The collection assembly then returns the receptacle upright to its previous location or to any location to the right, left or forward of the refuse collection assembly. The refuse receptacle collection assembly includes a rail extending along a wall of the intermediate container, a carriage selectively movable along the rail, and a receptacle engaging assembly supported by the carriage for grasping the refuse receptacle.

Methods and systems for providing visuospatial information

Methods and systems for providing feedback during a medical procedure. The 3D position and orientation of a tracked tool are determined, relative to a site of the medical procedure, based on tracking information received from a tracking system. The 3D position and orientation are mapped to a common coordinate space, to determine the 3D position and orientation relative to a field-of-view (FOV) of an optical camera that is capturing an optical image of the site. Navigational information associated with the 3D position and orientation is determined. A virtual representation of the navigational information overlaid on the FOV and displayed. The displayed virtual representation is updated when the 3D position and orientation of the tracked tool changes or when the FOV changes, in accordance with the change.

Cam follower roller assembly

A cam follower roller assembly has a shaft insertable into a roller. The shaft has a zerk in communication with the channel wherein lubricant can be added to the assembly. The design of the assembly in one embodiment is such that a larger shoulder to shaft radius stabilizes the shaft and limits the shaft from rocking or elongating within a mounting hole. When utilized in the application of a loading mechanism and carriage assembly for trash collection vehicles, one embodiment of the cam follower roller assembly provides greater life and easier serviceability.

Load leveling modification for front loading refuse truck

A modification apparatus to convert an existing front loading refuse collection truck so that the lifted container remains level until the container is near the load opening of the refuse collection body of the truck. A mounting plate is bolted to brackets added to an existing refuse collection body and provides multiple connection points for attachment of one end of a slave cylinder that is hinged at its other end to one of the main lift arms of the collection body. As the rod of the slave cylinder extends or retracts with the movement of the lift arm, hydraulic fluid from the slave cylinder passes to fork cylinders which retract or extend to control the orientation of the lifted container relative to the lift arms. The apparatus can be easily added to a variety of existing front loading collection bodies.

Patient reference device

Versatile collection apparatus for front loading refuse vehicle

A refuse collection assembly for a refuse collection vehicle mounts to a intermediate container on the refuse collection vehicle. The refuse receptacle collection assembly can grasp a refuse receptacle at curbside, at street side, or forward of the intermediate container in any location over a one hundred eighty degree arc. The collection assembly grasps the receptacle and locates it above the intermediate container and tilts it sufficiently to empty the contents of the receptacle in the intermediate container. The collection assembly then returns the receptacle upright to its previous location or to any location to the right, left or forward of the refuse collection assembly. The refuse receptacle collection assembly includes a rail extending along a wall of the intermediate container, a carriage selectively movable along the rail, and a receptacle engaging assembly supported by the carriage for grasping the refuse receptacle.

Methods and systems for providing visuospatial information

Methods and systems for providing feedback during a medical procedure. The 3D position and orientation of a tracked tool are determined, relative to a site of the medical procedure, based on tracking information received from a tracking system. The 3D position and orientation are mapped to a common coordinate space, to determine the 3D position and orientation relative to a field-of-view (FOV) of an optical camera that is capturing an optical image of the site. Navigational information associated with the 3D position and orientation is determined. A virtual representation of the navigational information overlaid on the FOV and displayed. The displayed virtual representation is updated when the 3D position and orientation of the tracked tool changes or when the FOV changes, in accordance with the change.

Adapter to unload rear loading container into side loading compaction body

An adapter to allow a sideloading refuse collection body to empty a rear loading container having trunnions. The adapter has a pair of spaced apart trunnion pockets to receive opposing trunnions of the container. A pair of lock arms on the adapter can be lowered against the tops of opposing sides of the container to lock the container in the trunnion pockets and against a stabilizer which engages the front wall of the container. The adapter includes a guide plate aligned with and extending from the front wall of the container. Lift arms on the collection body are joined to opposing sides of the adapter.

Linearly extendable collection mechanism for refuse hauling vehicles

An improved recyclables collection vehicle includes a lift mechanism for selective loading into any one of multiple hoppers on the vehicle. The lift mechanism includes a track which extends past the rear of the vehicle such that a moveable carriage may move along the track to collect a refuse bin located to the rear of the vehicle or on an elevated dock behind or alongside the vehicle. The carriage can be aligned with any one of the hoppers such that the lift mechanism will elevate the refuse bin and invert it over the hopper container. The movement of the carriage along the track and the raising of the lift mechanism are operated with a wireless remote control.

Oscillating kingpin structure for grain trailer

A rocking trailer kingpin assembly for a grain trailer constructed of aluminum or light weight steel includes an tipper subframe mounted to the trailer body with a pivotable lower subframe hinged to the upper subframe. The lower subframe includes a skid plate from which a kingpin extends such that the kingpin can be received in the fifth wheel coupling of a truck tractor.

Improved refuse body with ejection wall

An improved front loading or side loading refuse collection body is disclosed which reduces uneven wear of the hydraulic ram which moves the compaction blade to compact commodity from the compaction chamber into the storage chamber of the body. The collection body includes an ejector panel which is moveable through the storage compartment of the refuse collection body to a second position at the open rear end of the storage compartment. The compaction blade and the ejector panel are independently driven by hydraulic rams. The ejector panel has an opening which is in registry with the opening in the front wall of the storage compartment through which refuse is pushed by the compaction blade.

Linearly extendable collection mechanism for refuse hauling vehicles

An improved recyclables collection vehicle includes a lift mechanism for selective loading into any one of multiple hoppers on the vehicle. The lift mechanism includes a track which extends past the rear of the vehicle such that a moveable carriage may move along the track to collect a refuse bin located to the rear of the vehicle or on an elevated dock behind or alongside the vehicle. The carriage can be aligned with any one of the hoppers such that the lift mechanism will elevate the refuse bin and invert it over the hopper container. The movement of the carriage along the track and the raising of the lift mechanism are operated with a wireless remote control.

Methods and systems for providing visuospatial information

Methods and systems for providing feedback during a medical procedure. The 3D position and orientation of a tracked tool are determined, relative to a site of the medical procedure, based on tracking information received from a tracking system. The 3D position and orientation are mapped to a common coordinate space, to determine the 3D position and orientation relative to a field-of-view (FOV) of an optical camera that is capturing an optical image of the site. Navigational information associated with the 3D position and orientation is determined. A virtual representation of the navigational information overlaid on the FOV and displayed. The displayed virtual representation is updated when the 3D position and orientation of the tracked tool changes or when the FOV changes, in accordance with the change.

Lift mechanism for comb lift refuse bin

A lift mechanism for lifting a refuse bin into a substantially tipped position for emptying into a vehicle. The mechanism is for bins including upright opposing sidewalls with an upwards facing edge and a series of tine-receiving pockets. The mechanism has a plate (446) with a substantially laterally oriented series of spaced apart tines (444) which are selectively receivable the pockets of the bin. A pair of spaced apart, pivotable arms (416) each includes an engagement member (450) which engages with the upfacing edge of the bin when the arms are in a bin engagement position. The engagement members (450) prevent rotation of the bin about the tines (444) when the bin is inverted for emptying.

Mechanism to empty trunnion equipped refuse container into side loading collection body

An automated side loading mechanism for a refuse collection body capable of lifting and emptying a refuse container equipped with a trunnion bar. A carriage reaches out from the side of the collection body and includes a lift mechanism. The lift mechanism includes pockets to receive opposing ends of the trunnion bar on the refuse container. Lock arms pivot downward so that bar members on the lock arms overlie top edges of the refuse container. The carriage is retracted and the lift mechanism is raised on the carriage so that the refuse container can be upended over the load opening of the collection body. The bars on the lock arms angle upwardly to allow plastic lids hinged to the refuse container to swing past the bars when the container is upended, while restraining the container from falling into the collection body.

Lift mechanism for comb lift refuse bin

Versatile collection apparatus for front loading refuse vehicle

A refuse collection assembly for a refuse collection vehicle mounts to a intermediate container on the refuse collection vehicle. The refuse receptacle collection assembly can grasp a refuse receptacle at curbside, at street side, or forward of the intermediate container in any location over a one hundred eighty degree arc. The collection assembly grasps the receptacle and locates it above the intermediate container and tilts it sufficiently to empty the contents of the receptacle in the intermediate container. The collection assembly then returns the receptacle upright to its previous location or to any location to the right, left or forward of the refuse collection assembly. The refuse receptacle collection assembly includes a rail extending along a wall of the intermediate container, a carriage selectively movable along the rail, and a receptacle engaging assembly supported by the carriage for grasping the refuse receptacle.

Front load fork assembly for side load or rear load containers

An adapter for lift arms of a front loading commodity collection truck includes a pair of forks, each of which can individually pivot from a position alongside the frame of the adapter to a position generally perpendicular to the frame of the adapter. Each fork includes elements to allow it to connect with either a side loadable refuse container or a rear end loadable refuse container. At least one fork is supported on a laterally telescoping assembly so that the fork can reach a refuse container located, away from the adapter on the street side of the collection truck.