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10-08-2012 дата публикации

Датчик уровня заполнения бункера с регулируемой высотой размещения для использования с сельскохозяйственной машиной для дозирования продукта

Номер: RU0000118827U1
Автор: Тревор Ковальчук
Принадлежит: СиЭнЭйч БЕЛДЖИУМ Н.В.

1. Бункер для использования с сельскохозяйственной машиной и выполненный с возможностью содержания сельскохозяйственного продукта, который должен селективно выводиться, когда сельскохозяйственная машина проходит по полю, содержащий: ! емкость, выполненную с возможностью размещения сельскохозяйственного продукта, распределяемого по полю; и ! датчик, размещенный в емкости, соединенный магнитным способом с емкостью и выполненный с возможностью выдачи сигнала, характеризующего уровень заполнения продуктом в емкости. ! 2. Бункер по п.1, в котором емкость включает в себя вертикальный элемент, и в котором датчик соединен магнитным способом с вертикальным элементом. ! 3. Бункер по п.2, в котором вертикальный элемент включает в себя лестницу, удлиняющуюся в нижнем направлении в емкость. ! 4. Бункер по п.1, в котором датчик выполнен с возможностью размещения на разных высотах относительно емкости. ! 5. Бункер по п.1, в котором датчик выдает сигнал, когда продукт в емкости находится выше зарегистрированного уровня заполнения. ! 6. Бункер по п.1, в котором датчик выдает сигнал, когда продукт в емкости находится ниже зарегистрированного уровня заполнения. ! 7. Бункер по п.1, в котором емкость приспособлена для размещения, по меньшей мере, одного из удобрения или зерна. ! 8. Бункер по п.1, в котором датчик включает в себя: ! корпус датчика, содержащий электронику для регистрации уровня его заполнения; и ! магнит, соединенный с наружной поверхностью корпуса датчика. ! 9. Бункер по п.1, в котором датчик включает в себя корпус датчика, содержащий электронику для регистрации уровня заполнения, и магнит, расположенный в корпусе датчика. ! 10. Се РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 118 827 (13) U1 (51) МПК A01C 7/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21)(22) Заявка: 2012110716/13, 06.08.2009 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 06.08.2009 (73) Патентообладатель(и): СиЭнЭйч БЕЛДЖИУМ Н.В. (BE) 1 ...

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27-11-2016 дата публикации

Аппарат порционного высева селекционной сеялки

Номер: RU0000166435U1
Автор: Василий Дмитриевич Шафоростов, Владимир Николаевич Погорелов, Николай Владимирович Ефимкин, Сергей Сергеевич Макаров
Принадлежит: Федеральное государственное бюджетное научное учреждение "Всероссийский научно-исследовательский институт масличных культур имени В.С. Пустовойта"

1. Аппарат порционного высева селекционной сеялки, включающий загрузочную воронку, конус распределительный, установленный на основании, семяпроводы, отличающийся тем, что он дополнительно содержит загрузочный цилиндр, снабжённый в нижней своей части выравнивателем семян и установленный на верхней части конуса распределительного, наружный цилиндр, установленный на нижней части конуса распределительного соосно загрузочному цилиндру, механизм вертикального перемещения загрузочного и наружного цилиндров, розетку распределительную, закреплённую в нижней части конуса распределительного, охватывающую нижнюю часть наружного цилиндра и имеющую установленные по кругу по числу семяпроводов приёмные устройства, при этом выравниватель семян выполнен в форме усечённого конуса с радиальными канавками на нижнем его основании и диаметром меньше диаметра наружного цилиндра, воронка закреплена на загрузочном цилиндре и снабжена механизмом проворачивания его вокруг своей оси на 360°.2. Аппарат по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что радиальные канавки на нижнем основании выравнивателя семян выполнены с глубиной не менее двух максимальных размеров семени.3. Аппарат по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что диаметр нижнего основания выравнивателя семян имеет такой размер, что с наружным цилиндром образует кольцевой зазор размером не менее трёх максимальных размеров семени.4. Аппарат по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что угол боковой поверхности выравнивателя семян больше угла естественного откоса вороха высеваемых семян.5. Аппарат по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что механизм вертикального перемещения загрузочного и наружного цилиндров выполнен в виде двуплечего рычага, РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК A01C 7/02 (13) 166 435 U1 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2016114104/13, 12.04.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 12.04.2016 (45) Опубликовано: 27.11.2016 Бюл. № 33 1 6 6 4 3 5 R U (57) ...

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05-09-2017 дата публикации

Устройство для дифференцированного внесения минеральных удобрений

Номер: RU0000173652U1
Автор: Дмитрий Николаевич Котов, Марат Рафаилевич Фатхутдинов, Михаил Анатольевич Канаев, Олег Владимирович Карпов, Олег Михайлович Парфенов, Сергей Александрович Васильев
Принадлежит: Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "Геостатистические системы"

Полезная модель относится к сельскому хозяйству, в частности к устройствам для внесения минеральных удобрений.Задача полезной модели - повышение точности дифференцированного внесения минеральных удобрений.Задача полезной модели решается следующей совокупностью признаков заявленного устройства.Предлагаемое устройство включает раму, бункер, дозатор (туковысевающий аппарат), рыхлитель, установленный на нижнем плече двуплечего рычага, шарнирно связанного относительно рамы, стойку, жестко связанную относительно рамы, и тензометрическое звено, связанное с верхним плечом двуплечего рычага и стойкой, и подключенное к измерительному комплексу, включающему аналогово-цифровой/цифроаналоговый преобразователь (АЦП/ЦАП), подключенный к ноутбуку. Измерительный комплекс подключен к сервоприводу, кинематически связанному с приводным валом дозатора (туковысевающего аппарата).Сервоприводы, связанные с приводным валом туковысевающего аппарата, изменяют их частоту вращения, тем самым изменяя дозу вносимых удобрений на каждом элементарном участке поля. Ц 1 173652 ко РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (11) 473 65 ‚=> (13) ВО $ $ Х К Цл (50) МПК АОГС 1500 (2006.01) (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21)(22) Заявка: 2017107981, 10.03.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 10.03.2017 Дата регистрации: 05.09.2017 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 10.03.2017 (45) Опубликовано: 05.09.2017 Бюл. № 25 Адрес для переписки: 446442, Самарская обл., пгт. Усть-Кинельский, ул. Садовая, 4, кв. 1 (72) Автор(ы): Канаев Михаил Анатольевич (КО), Котов Дмитрий Николаевич (КП), Васильев Сергей Александрович (КО), Карпов Олег Владимирович (КП), Фатхутдинов Марат Рафаилевич (КО), Парфенов Олег Михайлович (КО) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "Геостатистические системы" (КО) (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: КИ 2376743 С2, 27.12.2009. ЕА 22622 В1, 29.02.2016. КО 2415545 СТ, 10.04.2011. ВО ...

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22-11-2018 дата публикации

Ручная сеялка для кассет

Номер: RU0000185125U1
Автор: Андрей Александрович Гладилин
Принадлежит: Андрей Александрович Гладилин

Ручная сеялка для кассет предназначена для высева семян в рассадные кассеты, в посевные ящики или на гряды. Сеялка содержит вакуумную камеру, состоящую из полого пластикового слоистого листа сотовой структуры, верхняя стенка которого перфорирована отверстиями с заданным шагом высева. Камера сообщается с атмосферой через отверстия в верхней стенке, через трубку и фитинг подключения и отключения с источником вакуума. Применение в конструкции сеялки полого слоистого листа сотовой структуры позволяет уменьшить материалоемкость, массу и габариты сеялки, повысить производительность. 3 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 185 125 U1 (51) МПК A01C 7/02 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01C 7/02 (2018.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018131508, 31.08.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Гладилин Андрей Александрович (RU) Дата регистрации: 22.11.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: US 2704685 A1, 22.03.1955. US 4573609 A1, 04.03.1986. CN 206118368 U, 26.04.2017. SU 40642 A1, 31.12.1934. SU 869607 A1, 07.10.1981. (45) Опубликовано: 22.11.2018 Бюл. № 33 R U (54) РУЧНАЯ СЕЯЛКА ДЛЯ КАССЕТ (57) Реферат: Ручная сеялка для кассет предназначена для высева семян в рассадные кассеты, в посевные ящики или на гряды. Сеялка содержит вакуумную камеру, состоящую из полого пластикового слоистого листа сотовой структуры, верхняя стенка которого перфорирована отверстиями с заданным шагом высева. Камера сообщается с Стр.: 1 атмосферой через отверстия в верхней стенке, через трубку и фитинг подключения и отключения с источником вакуума. Применение в конструкции сеялки полого слоистого листа сотовой структуры позволяет уменьшить материалоемкость, массу и габариты сеялки, повысить производительность. 3 ил. U 1 U 1 Адрес для переписки: 353204, Краснодарский край, Динской р-н, ст. Динская, ул. Динская, 54, Гладилин А.А. 1 8 5 1 2 5 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата ...

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11-08-2021 дата публикации

Разбрасывающий орган для внесения органических удобрений

Номер: RU0000205808U1
Автор: Алексей Иванович Купреенко, Владимир Васильевич Кузнецов, Наталья Алексеевна Лаптева, Самир Хафизович Исаев, Станислав Михайлович Михайличенко, Хафиз Мубариз-оглы Исаев
Принадлежит: Федеральное государственное бюджетное образовательное учреждение высшего образования "Брянский государственный аграрный университет"

Полезная модель относиться к сельскохозяйственному машиностроению и может быть использована в растениеводстве на машинах для внесения твердых органических удобрений.Техническим результатом полезной модели является увеличение равномерности распределения органических удобрений по поверхности поля при увеличении ширины захвата и степени измельчения.Технический результат достигается за счет того, что активное разбрасывающее устройство представляет собой приводимый от гидромотора вертикально установленный в подшипниковой опоре вал с жестко прикрепленными на нем поярусно лопатками различной длины, имеющими на конце пружинные пальцы, длина лопаток увеличивается по ярусам сверху вниз, продольные оси симметрии лопаток направлены радиально, а их плоскости повернуты относительно осей симметрии по направлению вращения вала на различный острый угол.Разбрасывающий орган для внесения органических удобрений, содержащий измельчающий барабан с многозаходной навивкой и подающий барабан с лопастями, под которым установлены два активных разбрасывающих устройства, причем активное разбрасывающее устройство представляет собой приводимый от гидромотора вертикально установленный в подшипниковой опоре вал с жестко прикрепленными на нем поярусно лопатками различной длины, имеющими на конце пружинные пальцы, длина лопаток увеличивается по ярусам сверху вниз, продольные оси симметрии лопаток направлены радиально, а их плоскости повернуты относительно осей симметрии по направлению вращения вала на различный острый угол. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 205 808 U1 (51) МПК A01C 3/06 (2006.01) A01C 15/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01C 3/06 (2021.05); A01C 15/00 (2021.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2021107927, 24.03.2021 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 11.08.2021 (45) Опубликовано: 11.08.2021 Бюл. № 23 2 0 5 8 0 8 R U (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 134733 ...

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01-11-2021 дата публикации

Рабочий орган для внесения минеральных удобрений и дефеката

Номер: RU0000207538U1
Автор: Андрей Валентинович Кубышкин, Владимир Васильевич Кузнецов, Наталья Алексеевна Лаптева
Принадлежит: Федеральное государственное бюджетное образовательное учреждение высшего образования "Брянский государственный аграрный университет"

Полезная модель относится к сельскохозяйственному машиностроению и может быть использована в растениеводстве на машинах для поверхностного внесения минеральных удобрений и дефеката.Техническим результатом полезной модели является увеличение ширины захвата при повышении равномерности распределения минеральных удобрений и дефеката по поверхности поля.Технический результат достигается за счет того, что винтовые лопасти наклонены относительно поверхности псевдосферы на 60° против направления вращения, их рабочая поверхность выполнена в виде желобков, ее поперечное сечение представляет циклоиду, продольные оси желобков криволинейные, с плавно увеличивающимся углом наклона к образующей псевдосферы от основания к вершине лопасти от 0° у основания до 35-45° у вершины, а вышерасположенные желобки имеют у вершины большие углы наклона продольных осей, чем нижерасположенные.Рабочий орган для внесения минеральных удобрений и дефеката, содержащий псевдосферу высотой равной 1/3 диаметра основания с жестко установленными на ее поверхности винтовыми лопастями в виде трехкаскадных элементов конического сечения, высота которых ступенчато увеличена к сферическому основанию псевдосферы, радиус кривизны которой равен 2/3 диаметра основания псевдосферы, причем винтовые лопасти наклонены относительно поверхности псевдосферы на 60° против направления вращения, их рабочая поверхность выполнена в виде желобков, ее поперечное сечение представляет циклоиду, продольные оси желобков криволинейные, с плавно увеличивающимся углом наклона к образующей псевдосферы от основания к вершине лопасти от 0° у основания до 35-45° у вершины, а вышерасположенные желобки имеют у вершины большие углы наклона продольных осей, чем нижерасположенные. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 207 538 U1 (51) МПК A01C 15/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01C 15/00 (2021.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2021118543, 23.06.2021 (24) Дата начала отсчета ...

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Номер записи: 6
21-12-2021 дата публикации

Сеялка ручная для кассет

Номер: RU0000208466U1
Автор: Эдуард Гаязович Исламов
Принадлежит: Эдуард Гаязович Исламов

Полезная модель относится к сельскому хозяйству и предназначена для высева семян для выращивания рассады в рассадных кассетах, в посевных ящиках или на грядах овощных и цветочных культур в фермерских хозяйствах. Сеялка ручная для кассет состоит из высевающего лотка (1), выполненного прямоугольным с вертикальными боковыми сторонами, дно лотка (1) выполнено с отверстиями, семяпроводов (4), соединенных с отверстиями верхнего и нижнего оснований (2,3). Верхнее основание (2), расположено по отношению к нижнему основанию (3) под углом от 8 до 20°. Стойки (5), расположены по периметру верхнего и нижнего оснований (2,3), при этом длина стоек (5) обеспечивает наклон верхнего основания (2). С одной стороны верхнего основания (2) расположен кронштейн (6) к которому прикреплена пружина (7), другой конец которой закреплен на боковой стороне высевающего лотка (1), а с другой стороны верхнего основания (2) расположен ограничитель (8). С трех сторон нижнего основания (3) закреплены ограничительные планки (9). Технический результат – упрощение конструкции, при этом сделать ее боле простой и надежной в эксплуатации. 1 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 208 466 U1 (51) МПК A01C 7/02 (2006.01) A01C 7/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01C 7/02 (2021.08); A01C 7/00 (2021.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2021122062, 26.07.2021 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Исламов Эдуард Гаязович (RU) Дата регистрации: 21.12.2021 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 26.07.2021 (45) Опубликовано: 21.12.2021 Бюл. № 36 2 0 8 4 6 6 R U (54) Сеялка ручная для кассет (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к сельскому хозяйству и предназначена для высева семян для выращивания рассады в рассадных кассетах, в посевных ящиках или на грядах овощных и цветочных культур в фермерских хозяйствах. Сеялка ручная для кассет состоит из высевающего лотка (1), выполненного прямоугольным с ...

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Номер записи: 7
16-02-2012 дата публикации

Method Of Calibrating The Meter Of A Product Distribution Apparatus And Monitoring Method

Номер: US20120036914A1
Автор: Donald K. Landphair, James J. Phelan, James Z. Liu, Lawrence D. Green, Samuel Santiago
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A product distribution apparatus, shown in the form of an agricultural air seeder is disclosed having sensors to measure the mass flow through the distribution system, sensors to weigh the tank and the product therein, and sensors to measure the quantity of product in the tank. The sensors are used to measure the change in the quantity of product in the tank during a calibration process where the apparatus is operated over an area and the number of rotations of the meter are recorded. The data is then used to determine a mass flow rate per revolution of the meter. A monitoring method is also disclosed in which an ‘area to empty’ and ‘product needed’ to complete a field or task is displayed to the operator.

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Номер записи: 8
22-03-2012 дата публикации

Discharger for discharging bulk material through an opening

Номер: US20120067928A1
Автор: Andy Nix
Принадлежит: Individual

A discharge valve assembly is provided for discharging bulk material from a container having an opening formed in the lower portion thereof. The discharge valve assembly includes a discharge valve that is movable between opened and closed positions and typically disposed adjacent the opening in the container. An actuating assembly is operatively connected to the discharge valve for moving the discharge valve between open and close positions. The discharge valve includes a pair of generally flat surfaces that form at least a part of an upper portion of the discharge valve. The generally flat surfaces of the discharge valve taper generally inwardly and upwardly. Further, the pair of generally flat surfaces extend upwardly and inwardly and wherein there is formed about a top of the discharge valve a horizontal edge that extends horizontally across the discharge valve and above a substantial portion of the pair of generally flat surfaces.

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Номер записи: 9
12-07-2012 дата публикации

Seed Metering Cassette For Seeding Implement

Номер: US20120174842A1
Автор: Terrance A. Friggstad
Принадлежит: CNH Canada Ltd

The present invention is directed to a seed metering assembly comprised of a set of stand-alone modular seed metering units. Each seed metering unit is selectively driven by a common drive member, such as a drive shaft. When a seed metering unit is engaged with the drive member, the unit will meter granular material. On the other hand, when the seed metering unit is not engaged with the drive member, the metering unit will not meter granular material. Hence, the present invention provides a seed metering apparatus in which the number of seed metering units can be scaled to match the number of distribution headers of a seeding implement.

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Номер записи: 10
13-09-2012 дата публикации

Variable geometry meter roller

Номер: US20120227648A1
Автор: Jack Donald Turner, Trevor Lawrence Kowalchuk
Принадлежит: CNH Canada Ltd

An agricultural metering device with a variable geometry meter roller is provided. The agricultural metering device includes a meter roller having a plurality of flutes. An aggregate cross sectional area of the flutes increases along a longitudinal axis of the meter roller.

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Номер записи: 11
13-09-2012 дата публикации

Variable geometry meter roller

Номер: US20120227650A1
Автор: Gordon Anthony Engel, Jack Donald Turner, Trevor Lawrence Kowalchuk
Принадлежит: CNH Canada Ltd

An agricultural metering device with a variable geometry meter roller is provided. The agricultural metering device includes a meter roller having a plurality of flutes. An aggregate cross sectional area of the flutes increases along a longitudinal axis of the meter roller.

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Номер записи: 12
25-10-2012 дата публикации

Garden tool for planting starter plants, flower bulbs, ornamentals, shrubs seeds, and seedlings

Номер: US20120267127A1
Автор: John H. Arigoni
Принадлежит: Individual

An improved easy to use lightweight multipurpose hand operated garden tool that allows the user to accomplish the task of planting of seeds, seedlings, bulbs, transplants and remove weeds or other unwanted material efficiently with an elongated, upright T handled shaft having a tubular cutter at the lower extremity thereof. An ejector plate freely passes through the cutter by means of an elongated rod extending upwardly through a guide and attached to a lever. The cutter is positioned over the area to be prepared and twisted back and forth and pushed into the soil define a plug of soil. The tool is then lifted from the soil, carrying with it the plug of soil. The lever is pushed downward causing the ejector plate to push and eject the plug of soil. The above process can be easily done through ground cover and weed barrier due to the beveled sharpen v-grooved edge of the cutter. This tool can also be used to take soil samples up to 3 inches deep per cycle of operation, and should remain sharp enough to cut up to 75 plugs and holes even if occasionally hitting a stone or two.

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Номер записи: 13
24-01-2013 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for enhancing the soil structure of land

Номер: US20130019786A1
Автор: Leonard Leskiw
Принадлежит: Individual

A method of enhancing the soil structure of land having a topsoil layer and a subsoil layer beneath the topsoil layer includes providing at least one subsoil tiller blade having a tilling surface and a bottom end, and a channel positioned behind the tilling surface of the subsoil tiller blade for injecting nutrients toward the bottom end of the subsoil tiller blade. The subsoil tiller blade is inserted into the land such that the bottom end extends into the subsoil layer. The subsoil tiller blade is driven through the land such that the tilling surface loosens the subsoil layer while the channel deposits nutrients into the subsoil layer.

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Номер записи: 14
24-01-2013 дата публикации

Cartridge spreader system

Номер: US20130020417A1
Автор: Bill Rabbitt, Brad Schultz, Craig Saunders, Jeffrey Kalman, June O. Toscano, Mark A. Ochs, Paul M. Havlovitz, Paul Stephens, Steven J. Cichy
Принадлежит: SMG Brands Inc

The cartridge spreader system includes a mobile cartridge spreader with a cartridge station configured to engage a cartridge and includes a locking controller for locking the cartridge securely into the cartridge station. The cartridge station includes an activator mechanism for activating and deactivating an engaged cartridge. The cartridge spreader includes an activation controller for activating and deactivating the cartridge. Activation of the cartridge allows the granular product contained in the cartridge to flow out of the container, through a granular chute on the cartridge station, and onto a granular product launcher which launches or impels the granular product over terrain or other surface. When the cartridge is deactivated, the flow path is sealed stopping the flow of granular product. The cartridge itself includes a fitment that engages with the cartridge station. The cartridge fitment includes an appropriately sized metering gate.

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Номер записи: 15
24-01-2013 дата публикации

Material transfer system

Номер: US20130022433A1
Автор: Noel W. Anderson
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A material transfer system including a first vehicle and a second vehicle. The first vehicle has a pressurized compartment maintaining a first air pressure therein. The ambient air outside of the pressurized compartment is at a second air pressure, with the first air pressure being different than the second air pressure thereby defining a pressure differential. The second vehicle has a material discharge device. The material discharge device is capable of delivering material to the first vehicle. The second vehicle having a reservoir for receiving the material. The material passing from the reservoir into the pressurized compartment without substantial loss of the pressure differential.

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Номер записи: 16
18-04-2013 дата публикации

Valve And Method For Dense Phase Flow Control

Номер: US20130092861A1
Автор: Russell James Memory
Принадлежит: CNH Canada Ltd

A valve for controlling a flow of granular material and fluid comprises a body having a first end, a second end, and defining an interior surface. An inlet is formed proximate the first end for receiving the granular material and fluid. An outlet is formed downstream of the inlet for selectively discharging the granular material and fluid. A first member is slideably captured within the body and a resilient member is operationally coupled to the first member. The first member is moveable between an open position at which the granular material and fluid flow through the outlet, and a closed position upstream of the outlet at which the granular material is substantially prevented from flowing through the outlet. The resilient member is moveable between a retracted position and an expanded position at which it is engaged with the interior surface to substantially prevent the fluid from flowing through the outlet.

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Номер записи: 17
25-04-2013 дата публикации

BAG RIGIDIZER

Номер: US20130099028A1
Автор: Kendall Jeffrey D., Richard Sevrey
Принадлежит: EARTHWAY PRODUCTS INC.

A particulate material dispensing apparatus is provided that includes a base, a collapsible hopper attached to a top of the base to hold particulate material, at least one support removably attached to the base that extends in a direction away from the top of the base such that the at least one support engages the collapsible hopper to provide a means to maintain the collapsible hopper in an upright position. The apparatus further includes a dispensing mechanism that when actuated dispenses the particulate material through the base and an impeller rotatably actuated upon actuation of the dispensing mechanism to thereby distribute the particulate material dispensed through the base. 1. A particulate material dispensing apparatus comprising:a base;a collapsible hopper attached to a top of the base to hold particulate material;at least one support removably attached to the base and extending in a direction away from the top of the base such that the at least one support engages the collapsible hopper to provide a means to maintain the collapsible hopper in an upright position;a dispensing mechanism that when actuated dispenses the particulate material through the base; andan impeller rotatably actuated upon actuation of the dispensing mechanism to thereby distribute the particulate material dispensed through the base.2. The particulate material dispensing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one support is made from a non-deformable material having a thickness such that the at least one support can be flexed in a forward and rearward direction claim 1 , a height less than but nearly equal to a height of the collapsible hopper claim 1 , and a width less than half the height of the at least one support.3. The particulate material dispensing apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least one support includes a first support removably attached on one end or side of the base and a second support removably attached to an opposite end or side of the base claim 2 , and ...

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Номер записи: 18
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Side Mounted Air Seeder Product Container

Номер: US20130101384A1
Автор: Brad Geoffrey Hicks, Mark Cresswell
Принадлежит: Brad Geoffrey Hicks, Mark Cresswell

An air seeder cart apparatus has a primary container assembly with a plurality of primary product containers, with primary fill hatches at tops thereof. An air distribution network comprises product conduits and primary metering devices that dispense agricultural products from each primary product container into one of the product conduits. A secondary product container is mounted on a side of the primary container assembly and has a secondary fill hatch much lower than the primary fill hatches, and a secondary metering mechanism dispenses product from the secondary product container into one of the product conduits. The secondary product container is convenient for receiving bagged agricultural products from a low truck bed. Unopened product bags may be stored on a grate inside the secondary product container so they will be available if required. Weighing of product in the container can be provided.

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Номер записи: 19
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Adaptable spreader

Номер: US20130105592A1
Автор: Jeffrey D. Kendall, Richard H. Chapman, Richard Sevrey
Принадлежит: EARTHWAY PRODUCTS Inc

A system for dispersing different sized particulate material is provided that includes a hopper configured to contain particulate material and multiple interchangeable inserts that are removably attached to an inside of the hopper. Each of the multiple of interchangeable inserts have a distinct hole pattern to facilitate the flow of different sized particulate material from inside the hopper. A dispersing mechanism is provided that disperses the particulate material flowing through the distinct the hole patterns.

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Номер записи: 20
12-09-2013 дата публикации

Feed Auger Lift Assembly for an Agricultural Conveyor

Номер: US20130232935A1
Автор: Terry Douglas Houssian
Принадлежит: Individual

An agricultural conveyor assembly of the type including a main conveyor, a feed auger assembly, and a main auger boot pivotally supporting the outlet end of the feed auger assembly on the inlet end of the main conveyor for swinging movement further includes a feed auger lift assembly. The feed auger lift assembly includes a bearing surface supported about an inlet opening of the main auger boot and one or more extendable lift members extending between a first end pivotally coupled to the feed auger assembly and a second end supported on the bearing surface for rotational movement about a feed auger swing axis together with the feed auger assembly.

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Номер записи: 21
26-09-2013 дата публикации

METHODS FOR SEED PLANTING AND SELECTION

Номер: US20130247460A1
Автор: Rowland Larry B., Schwoegler Vanessa L.
Принадлежит: DOW AGROSCIENCES LLC

This invention is related to methods and system for planting and selection. In particular, seeds from transformed plants or transformed explants are evenly dispenses on a pre-determined area using the methods and systems provided. The methods and systems disclosed use a combination of an air-powered or gas-assisted dispensing system to evenly dispense seeds or explants in a high throughput manner. In some embodiments, a 5-16 folds greater density than previous methods can be achieved with the systems and methods disclosed. In some embodiments, the air-powered systems disclosed can be modified from commercially available vacuum pen apparatus. 1. A system for dispensing or stratifying plant seeds or explants , comprising ,(a) an air supply;(b) a pressure chamber;(c) a regulatory valve;(d) an air output fitting assembly; and(e) a reservoir for retaining the plant seeds or explants.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the plant seeds or explants are generated using a floral dip method.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the air supply is between 60 psi and 120 psi.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the air supply is about 100 psi.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein air pressure of the pressure chamber is regulated by the regulatory valve.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the air output fitting assembly is directly connected to the reservoir for retaining the plant seeds or explants.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the air output fitting assembly comprises an output fitting adaptor which comprises a scoop-like deflector.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the reservoir for retaining the plant seeds or explants has a capacity to retain between 100 mg and 5000 mg plant seeds.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein plant seeds are evenly dispensed or stratified over a pre-determined area.10. The system of claim 9 , wherein the pre-determined area comprises a selection tray.11. The system of claim 1 , wherein the system comprises an air-powered EFD vacuum system from Nordson ...

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Номер записи: 22
24-10-2013 дата публикации

AIR ENTRAINMENT DEVICE FOR SEED DELIVERY

Номер: US20130276684A1
Автор: Koop Daniel, Shoup Kenneth E., Wilhelmi Matthew
Принадлежит:

A seed delivery device including a frame defining at least one seed chamber. The frame includes a sidewall and an air permeable floor. Seed can be received and deposited on the air permeable floor through an input port. An air input channel is utilized to introduce an air stream into the seed chamber and direct it through the air permeable floor such that seed is lifted from the air permeable floor to an outlet port. An air bypass channel is configured to separate the air stream into a first stream that is directed through the air permeable floor and a second stream that is directed through the bypass channel and recombined with the first stream, at a point prior to the output port, to prevent excess accumulation of seed in the seed chamber. 1a frame defining a seed chamber, wherein the frame includes at least one sidewall and an air permeable floor;a seed input port through which seed can be received and deposited on the air permeable floor;an air input channel through which an air stream can be introduced into the seed chamber and directed through the air permeable floor such that seed is lifted from the air permeable floor; andan outlet port through which air and seed can exit the seed chamber.. A seed delivery device, comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/829,654, filed Jul. 2, 2010, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/222,792, filed Jul. 2, 2009.Large scale agricultural planters typically include a plurality of individual hoppers and seed metering units. During planting, the hopper holds the mass of seed that the planter distributes onto the ground. The metering units are responsible for delivering the seed to the ground. As the planter moves over the planting surface, it is important that the metering units distribute the seed uniformly and at precise intervals to achieve proper spacing of crops. To achieve such a distribution it is important that the supply of seed to the seed ...

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Номер записи: 23
31-10-2013 дата публикации

PORTABLE PARTICLE SPREADING DEVICE

Номер: US20130284831A1
Автор: Darnell Warren
Принадлежит:

A portable hand-held device for spreading particulate matter such as rock salt or seed. The device includes a bucket-like body of one or two piece construction with apertures positioned at specific locations so as to control the flow and distribution of salt or seed during operation. The device incorporates an inset disk which further increases the efficiency of the device. 1. A particulate spreading device for dispensing particulate matter on the ground comprising:A) an essentially bucket shaped hollow body; said body having side walls and a bottom defining an interior space; said body including a plurality of apertures located proximate to said bottom; andB) an inset disk having upper projections, lower projections, and a passageway therethrough.2. The device of wherein said apertures are arranged in a single row.3. The device of wherein said apertures are arranged in two rows.4. The device of wherein said upper projections of said inset disk are arc-shape in nature.5. The device of wherein said passageway of said inset disk is circular in shape.6. The device of wherein said upper projections originate at said passageway and extend to the walls of said body.7. The device of wherein said upper projections increase in height as they extend towards said walls.8. The device of wherein said inset disk includes at least two legs.9. The device of further including a handle.10. The device of further including a lid.11. The device of wherein said walls include a projection along the circumference of the interior of the bucket.12. A particulate spreading device for dispensing particulate matter on the ground comprising:A) a first element; said first element being cylindrical in nature and open at both ends; said first element including a handle at a first end and threads at a second end; andB) a second element; said second element having a top, having an upper surface and lower surface, and a bottom; said top and bottom defining an interior space; said second element ...

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Номер записи: 24
21-11-2013 дата публикации

Spraying apparatus and spray mixing apparatus

Номер: US20130306754A1
Автор: Campbell Bryce Easton, Geoffrey James Easton
Принадлежит: Metalform (Dannevirke) Ltd

A spraying apparatus that is particularly suited to spraying of suspensions, for example liquid suspended fertilizers. The apparatus includes a tank with an arrangement configured to create fluid circulation within the tank, thereby reducing settling of solids out of suspension. The apparatus also creates a mixing flow in a region below an opening, such that particulates can be introduced through the opening into the mixing flow.

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Номер записи: 25
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Method for Ascertaining the Fertilizer Requirement, in Particular the Nitrogen Fertilizer Requirement, and Apparatus for Carrying Out the Method

Номер: US20130338931A1
Автор: Maidl Franz-Xaver
Принадлежит: Techische Universitat Munchen

A method and a device for discharging fertilizer for agricultural cultivated plants are disclosed. According to the invention, the required quantity of fertilizer is determined depending on the current nutrient uptake (nutrient status), optimum nutrient uptake (nutrient requirement) by the fertilizing deadline, and optimum nutrient uptake (nutrient requirement by the next fertilizing deadline, wherein other influencing factors are taken into consideration via a correction factor DIMA. 1. A method for ascertaining the nutrient requirement , in particular the N fertilizer requirement of an agricultural cultivated plant , comprising the steps of:{'sub': 'cur', '(a) storing characteristic diagrams/tables for the current nutrient uptake (N) of the plant as a function of a vegetation index, a stage of development (EC) and/or the yield to be expected in a data memory;'}{'sub': 'opt', '(b) storing characteristic diagrams/tables for the optimum nutrient uptake (N) of the plant as a function of the stage of development (EC) and/or the yield to be expected in a partial agricultural plot to be fertilized;'}{'sub': 'cur', '(c) measuring the vegetation index in the partial agricultural plot and reading out the current nutrient uptake (N) from the characteristic diagram/table as a function of the yield and/or the stage of development (EC);'}{'sub': 'opt', '(d) reading out the optimum nutrient uptake (N) with the current stage of development (EC) and/or the yield to be expected front the characteristic diagram/table;'}{'sub': opt', 'cur, '(e) calculating the quantity of nutrient (N) from the difference between the optimum nutrient uptake (nutrient requirement N) and the current nutrient uptake (current nutrient status N), and correcting this amount by offsetting against a correction factor (DIMA) in which at least one of the parameters of duration of effect of the fertilizer (D), fertilizer immobilization (I) in the soil, mineralization (M) from the soil, and fertilizer utilization ...

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Номер записи: 26
09-01-2014 дата публикации

SEED METER

Номер: US20140007801A1
Автор: Sauder Derek A.
Принадлежит: PRECISION PLANTING LLC

A seed meter for an agricultural planter in which the seed disc is rotatably mounted within a seed meter housing. As the seed disc rotates, the apertures in the disc rotate along a seed aperture path through a horizontally adjacent seed pool area. The seed disc includes cavities disposed along the seed aperture path to agitate the seeds in the seed pool area. A singulator having multiple co-planar singulator surfaces is biased against the seed side surface of the seed disc. 1. A seed meter for an agricultural planter , comprising:a meter housing including a seed housing;an opening for communicating seeds into said seed housing;a seed pool area for collection of said seeds disposed near a bottom end of said housing; anda seed disc rotatably mounted within said meter housing, said seed disc being disposed horizontally adjacent to said seed pool area, said seed disc further including a seed aperture, said seed aperture disposed to rotate along a seed aperture path, a portion of said seed aperture path being adjacent to said seed pool area, said seed disc further having a cavity disposed along said seed aperture path, wherein said cavity has an outer perimeter larger than an outer perimeter of said seed aperture.2. The seed meter of claim 1 , wherein said cavity comprises an agitation cavity sized to allow said seeds in said seed pool area to move substantially into said cavity such that said cavity substantially agitates the seeds in said seed pool area.3. The seed meter of claim 2 , wherein said cavity includes a substantially vertical sidewall claim 2 , said sidewall oriented to face said seed pool area as said cavity enters said seed pool area.4. The seed meter of claim 1 , wherein a distal end of said seed aperture is disposed at a first radial distance from a center of said seed disc claim 1 , and wherein said cavity includes an outer sidewall disposed at a second radial distance from said center of said seed disc claim 1 , and wherein said second radial distance ...

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Номер записи: 27
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Tank commidity volume measurement apparatus and method

Номер: US20140076047A1
Автор: James Z. Liu
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

An apparatus and method for measuring the quantity of material in a tank such as a commodity air cart of an air seeder in which a sensor or sensors are used to measure the distance to the surface of the material. The distance data is then used to determine a surface profile of the material from which the volume of material is calculated. The volume is converted to weight using known material density information.

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Номер записи: 28
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Product distribution device with flow rate and section control monitoring

Номер: US20140076218A1
Автор: James Z. Liu
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A product distribution device is shown as embodied in an agricultural air seeder in which a mass flow sensor is used to measure the product flow through only a portion of a product flow passage wherein the total mass flow is calculated from the portion that is measured. Furthermore, the output signal from the mass flow sensor is used to determine if a device used for section control is functioning properly.

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Номер записи: 29
03-01-2019 дата публикации

MODULAR TOOBAR WITH INTERNAL VACUUM

Номер: US20190000009A1
Автор: Anderson Brian J., Connors Michael J., Prickel Marvin A.
Принадлежит: CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC

A planting implement including a first hollow support frame member having a first end and a first end plate connected to the first end. The first end plate has a first hole disposed therein. The planting implement also includes a second hollow support frame member configured for coupling to the first hollow support frame member. The second hollow support frame member has a second end and a second end plate connected to the second end. The second end plate has a second hole disposed therein. The planting implement further includes at least one spacer and at least one seal having an aperture. The at least one seal is configured to seal a connection between the first hollow support frame member and the second hollow support frame member such that a pneumatic pathway is established between the first hollow support frame member and the second hollow support frame member. 1. A planting implement , comprising:a first hollow support frame member having a first end and a first end plate connected to the first end, said first end plate having a first hole disposed therein;a second hollow support frame member configured for coupling to said first hollow support frame member, said second hollow support frame member having a second end and a second end plate connected to the second end, said second end plate having a second hole disposed therein;at least one spacer located in between said first end plate and said second end plate, said spacer having an aperture; andat least one seal having an aperture and configured to seal a connection between said first hollow support frame member and said second hollow support frame member such that a pneumatic pathway is established between said first hollow support frame member and said second hollow support frame member.2. The planting implement of claim 1 , further including an air pressure differential system operatively coupled to the first hollow support frame member such that a vacuum force is present in said first hollow support ...

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Номер записи: 30
05-01-2017 дата публикации

AIR SUPPLY SYSTEM INTEGRATED INTO A SEED HOPPER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170000018A1
Автор: Johnson Chad M., Long Scott A.
Принадлежит: CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC

A seed planting implement includes a monolithic body defining a seed hopper and an air supply system for a seed meter of the implement. The air supply system includes an air inlet manifold and an air channel from the manifold to the seed meter. A screen on the manifold is easily removed for servicing. A housing of the seed meter partially defines the channel during use. 1. An agricultural seed planting implement , comprising:a seed planting unit including a seed hopper assembly;a seed meter connected to said seed hopper assembly;a vacuum system fluidly connected to said seed meter; andan air supply system in fluid flow communication with said vacuum system through said seed meter, said air supply system being integrally formed in said seed hopper assembly.2. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 1 , said air supply system including a manifold and a channel extending from said manifold.3. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 2 , said seed meter including air inlet vents in fluid flow communication with said channel.4. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 2 , said manifold having a manifold opening facing downward claim 2 , and a screen covering said manifold opening.5. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 2 , said channel having a channel opening between said manifold and said seed meter claim 2 , and said seed meter including a housing closely confronting the channel opening.6. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 5 , said manifold having a manifold opening facing downward claim 5 , and a screen covering said manifold opening.7. The agricultural seed planting implement of claim 1 , said air supply system including a manifold having a manifold opening there to claim 1 , and a channel extending from said manifold claim 1 , said manifold being in a forward position relative to said seed meter with respect to a direction of travel for said agricultural seed planting implement during a seed planting ...

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Номер записи: 31
02-01-2020 дата публикации

SEEDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20200000011A1
Автор: Dhobale Dnyanesh, Garner Elijah B., Hubner Cary S., Mariman Nathan A., Peterson James R.
Принадлежит:

A seeding machine for a row unit, in which the row unit has a seed disk rotatable about an axis to convey seed from a seed reservoir, includes a seed delivery apparatus. The seed delivery apparatus includes an elongated housing having a first opening through which seed is received, a second opening through which seed exits, and an elongated interior chamber. The seed delivery apparatus also includes a first pulley, a second pulley, and an endless member driven by the first pulley and/or the second pulley. The endless member is movable within the elongated interior chamber to receive seed from the first opening and convey seed to the second opening. A seed diverter is movable with respect to the endless member and translatable from a first position to a second position. The seed diverter is positioned to contact and guide seed into the seed delivery apparatus. 1. A seeding machine for a row unit having a seed disk with a plurality of apertures through which an air pressure differential is applied to retain seed thereon , the seed disk rotatable about an axis to convey seed from a seed reservoir , the seeding machine comprising: an elongated housing having a first opening through which seed is received, a second opening through which seed exits, and an elongated interior chamber along which seed is conveyed from the first opening to the second opening,', 'a first pulley,', 'a second pulley, and', 'an endless member driven by the first pulley and/or the second pulley, the endless member movable within the elongated interior chamber of the elongated housing to receive seed from the first opening and convey seed to the second opening; and, 'a seed delivery apparatus comprising'}a seed diverter movable with respect to the endless member and translatable from a first position to a second position, the seed diverter positioned to contact and guide seed into the seed delivery apparatus.2. The seeding machine of claim 1 , wherein the seed diverter is positioned to translate ...

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Номер записи: 32
02-01-2020 дата публикации

SEEDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20200000012A1
Автор: Dhobale Dnyanesh, Garner Elijah B., Hubner Cary S., Mariman Nathan A., Peterson James R.
Принадлежит:

A seeding machine for a row unit includes a rotatable seed disk with a plurality of apertures through which an air pressure differential is applicable to retain seed thereon. A seed delivery apparatus includes an elongated housing having a first opening through which seed is received, a second opening through which seed exits, and an elongated interior chamber. The seed delivery apparatus further includes a first pulley, a second pulley, and an endless member driven by the first pulley and/or the second pulley. The endless member is movable within the elongated interior chamber to receive seed from the first opening and convey seed to the second opening. The endless member is further positioned to sweep across a portion of the seed disk, which is controllable to angularly accelerate cooperatively with movement of the endless member to facilitate movement of a retained seed by the endless member from the seed disk. 1. A seeding machine for a row unit , the seeding machine comprising:a seed disk with a plurality of apertures through which an air pressure differential is applicable to retain seed thereon, the seed disk rotatable about an axis to convey seed from a seed reservoir; and an elongated housing having a first opening through which seed is received, a second opening through which seed exits, and an elongated interior chamber along which seed is conveyed from the first opening to the second opening,', 'a first pulley,', 'a second pulley, and', 'an endless member driven by the first pulley and/or the second pulley, the endless member movable within the elongated interior chamber of the elongated housing to receive seed from the first opening and convey seed to the second opening, the endless member positioned to sweep across a portion of the seed disk,, 'a seed delivery apparatus comprising'}wherein the seed disk is controllable to angularly accelerate cooperatively with movement of the endless member to facilitate movement of a retained seed by the endless ...

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Номер записи: 33
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Air Pack Manifold Having Articulated Control

Номер: US20180000007A1
Автор: Williams Andrew
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides a pneumatic distribution system for use with agricultural equipment, such as air drills and air carts, in which hoses may be held at a manifold connection having articulated control. The manifold connection may hold multiple couplers for hoses, and each of the couplers may be configured to allow substantial rotation in a first plane perpendicular to the ground. In addition, the manifold connection may be configured to allow substantial rotation in a second plane parallel to the ground. As a result, the manifold connection may be held proximal to a mechanical hitching point between agricultural equipment. This, in turn, may allow elimination of excess hose lengths and greater ease of handling when the agricultural equipment is separated and the hoses are disconnected. 1. A pneumatic distribution system for agricultural equipment comprising:a frame supporting a plurality of couplers, each coupler having a connector configured to retain a pneumatic distribution hose when mounted to the coupler, wherein each coupler is independently configured to rotate in a first plane perpendicular to the ground; anda post vertically supporting the frame, the post having a slot configured to receive a cross pin, wherein the post is configured to rotate within a boundary defined by the slot to allow the frame to rotate in a second plane parallel to the ground.2. The pneumatic distribution system of claim 1 , wherein the couplers are disposed in a plurality of rows and columns.3. The pneumatic distribution system of claim 2 , wherein at least 24 couplers are provided in the configuration.4. The pneumatic distribution system of claim 1 , further comprising a longitudinal member mounted transversely with respect to the frame and parallel to the ground claim 1 , wherein the couplers are configured to rotate in the first plane along an axis defined by the longitudinal member.5. The pneumatic distribution system of claim 4 , further comprising a plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 34
07-01-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR METERING AND DISTRIBUTING AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS

Номер: US20160000003A1
Автор: Posselius John H., Wendte Keith W.
Принадлежит:

An agricultural implement includes a first storage container mounted on a frame of the agricultural implement and configured to store a solid particulate agricultural product and a second storage container mounted on the frame and configured to store a liquid. The agricultural implement also includes at least one arm configured to extend laterally outward from the frame, and each of the at least one arms has at least one first nozzle for distributing the solid particulate agricultural product and at least one second nozzle for distributing the liquid. An air metering system includes an auger assembly configured to meter the solid particulate agricultural product from the first storage container into a pneumatic distribution hose, and an air flow in the pneumatic distribution hose is configured to transfer the solid particulate agricultural product toward the at least one first nozzle as the agricultural implement travels across a field. 1. An agricultural implement , comprising:a first storage container mounted on a frame of the agricultural implement and configured to store a solid particulate agricultural product;a second storage container mounted on the frame of the agricultural implement and configured to store a liquid;at least one arm configured to extend laterally outward from the frame of the agricultural implement, each of the at least one arms having at least one first nozzle for distributing the solid particulate agricultural product and at least one second nozzle for distributing the liquid; andan air metering system having an auger assembly configured to meter the solid particulate agricultural product from the first storage container into a pneumatic distribution hose, wherein an air flow in the pneumatic distribution hose is configured to transfer the solid particulate agricultural product toward the at least one first nozzle as the agricultural implement travels across a field.2. The agricultural implement of claim 1 , wherein the at least one first ...

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Номер записи: 35
04-01-2018 дата публикации

TAKE-UP BEARING FOR SIDE-BY-SIDE CONVEYOR

Номер: US20180002113A1
Автор: Drenth Mark Jon, Zimmerman Jeffrey Michael
Принадлежит:

An assembly includes first and second shafts and first and second sprockets. The first shaft has a first and second ends and a first longitudinal axis of rotation. The first sprocket is attached to the first shaft proximate the first end of the first shaft. The first sprocket rotates with the first shaft. The second shaft is spaced from the first shaft by a distance, the second shaft having a first end spaced from the first end of the first shaft by the distance, a second end spaced from the second end of the first shaft by the distance, and a second longitudinal axis of rotation substantially parallel to the first longitudinal axis of rotation. The second sprocket is attached to the second shaft proximate the second end of the second shaft. The second sprocket rotates with the second shaft. The distance is adjustable. 1. An assembly comprising:a first shaft having a first end, a second end, and a first longitudinal axis of rotation;a first sprocket attached to the first shaft proximate the first end of the first shaft, wherein the first sprocket rotates with the first shaft about the first longitudinal axis of rotation;a second shaft spaced from the first shaft by a distance, the second shaft having a first end spaced from the first end of the first shaft by the distance, a second end spaced from the second end of the first shaft by the distance, and a second longitudinal axis of rotation that is substantially parallel to the first longitudinal axis of rotation; anda second sprocket attached to the second shaft proximate the second end of the second shaft, wherein the second sprocket rotates with the second shaft about the second longitudinal axis of rotation;wherein the distance is adjustable.2. The assembly of further comprising a bearing positioned proximate at least one of the first end of the first shaft claim 1 , the second end of the first shaft claim 1 , the first end of the second shaft claim 1 , and the second end of the second shaft.3. The assembly of ...

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Номер записи: 36
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Handheld planting apparatus

Номер: US20220007566A1
Автор: Scott C. Kachlany, Teri T. Chu
Принадлежит: Gardinnovations

An apparatus for forming a plurality of uniformly-spaced holes in soil includes a handle portion for being gripped by a user of the apparatus, a linear rail portion extending from the handle portion defining a central axis, and a plurality of projections extending from the linear rail portion that are arranged in an adjacent relationship along the central axis. In one form, the spacing of the plurality of projections along the central axis is selected based one or more species of plants.

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Номер записи: 37
03-01-2019 дата публикации

SECTIONAL CONTROL DEVICE

Номер: US20190003600A1
Автор: Batcheller Barry, Nystuen Paul, Reich Adam, Struve Nicholas
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A sectional control device controls the flow of particulate material from a meter assembly to a primary manifold of an air seeding system. The sectional control device includes a plate assembly having particulate openings extending between the meter assembly and the primary manifold and a shut-off mechanism configured to control the flow of the particulate material through the particulate openings. The shut-off mechanism includes a gate configured to slide between an open position, where particulate material can flow through the particulate opening, and a closed position, where particulate material is prevented from flowing through the particulate opening. The shut-off mechanism also includes an actuator configured to drive the gate between the open position and the closed position. 1. A sectional control mechanism comprising:a chassis including a top side, a bottom side, and at least one gate aperture extending through the plate between the top side and the bottom side;a first plate assembly disposed on the top side of the chassis, wherein the first plate assembly includes at least one assembly receiving opening extending through the first plate assembly, the at least one assembly receiving opening in communication with the at least one gate aperture;a second plate assembly disposed on a bottom side of the chassis, wherein the second plate assembly includes at least one assembly supply opening extending through the second plate assembly, the at least one assembly supply opening in communication with the at least one gate aperture; and a gate slidably disposed in the at least one gate aperture;', 'an actuator connected to the gate, the actuator configured to drive the gate between a closed position and an open position., 'a shut-off mechanism configured to control a flow of material to the at least one assembly supply opening from the at least one assembly receiving opening, the shut-off mechanism comprising2. The sectional control mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 38
14-01-2021 дата публикации

METHODS AND RELATED SYSTEMS FOR AUTOMATICALLY CALIBRATING SEED METERS

Номер: US20210007272A1
Автор: Johnson Chad M., Schoeny Christopher
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In one aspect, a calibration method for a seed meter may include controlling an operation of a singulator to apply an initial aggressiveness setting for the singulator. The method may further include controlling the seed meter to rotate a seed transport member of the seed meter relative to a seed chamber of the seed meter containing a plurality of seeds. The method may additionally include performing a calibration cycle, which may include monitoring a first parameter indicative of a number of occurrences of seed multiples as the seed transport member rotates, iteratively adjusting the aggressiveness setting from the initial aggressiveness setting as the first parameter is being monitored, and when the first parameter crosses a first threshold, recording the associated aggressiveness setting as a minimum aggressiveness setting for the singulator. 1. A calibration method for a seed meter of an agricultural implement , the method comprising:controlling, with a computing device, an operation of a singulator for a seed meter to apply an initial aggressiveness setting for the singulator;controlling, with the computing device, an operation of the seed meter to rotate a seed transport member relative to a seed chamber of the seed meter, the seed transport member of the seed meter defining a plurality of seed cells, the seed chamber containing a plurality of seeds; monitoring, with the computing device, a first parameter indicative of a number of occurrences of seed multiples associated with operation of the seed meter as the seed transport member is rotated relative to the seed chamber;', 'iteratively adjusting, with the computing device, the aggressiveness setting applied for the singulator from the initial aggressiveness setting as the first parameter is being monitored; and', 'when the first parameter crosses a first threshold, recording, with the computing device, the associated aggressiveness setting as a minimum aggressiveness setting for the singulator., 'performing, ...

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Номер записи: 39
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Fertilizer meter with motor control and method thereof

Номер: US20210007274A1
Автор: Brandon M. McDonald, Cristian T. PRADO, Donald K. Landphair
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

An agricultural implement for distributing fertilizer to a plurality of rows includes a fertilizer container, a plurality of fertilizer metering units, and a plurality of motors. The fertilizer containers are used for storing the fertilizer prior to the fertilizer being distributed to the soil. The plurality of fertilizer metering units each include a housing and a metering device positioned in the housing. The housing has an inlet configured to receive fertilizer from the fertilizer container and an outlet. The plurality of motors are each drivingly coupled to and configured to rotate at least one metering device to distribute fertilizer to a row of the plurality of rows.

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Номер записи: 40
11-01-2018 дата публикации

PNEUMATIC DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR APPLICATION IMPLEMENT USING MULTIPLE METERING DEVICES

Номер: US20180007826A1
Автор: ROBERGE MARTIN J., Ruppert Rex L.
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada, Ltd.

A pneumatic delivery system for particulate agricultural products includes one or more compartment for containing and supplying one or more particulate product. An inductor assembly separately receives and fluidizes the particulate products and conveys the fluidized products to a metering assembly. The metering assembly separately meters each of the product flows and transfers the metered flows to one or more delivery units for applying the products. The pneumatic delivery system can be used on various implements, including planters and applicators for applying seeds, fertilizer, pesticides and other products. 1. A pneumatic agricultural product delivery system , comprising:a plurality of particulate material supply compartments;a plurality of particle delivery units for applying particulate material from the plurality of particulate material supply compartments;a plurality of metering devices positioned near the plurality of particle delivery units, each metering device providing a metered flow of particulate material from selected particulate material supply compartments to one of the plurality of particle delivery units; anda plurality of inductor assemblies, each inductor assembly having a pneumatic source, a flow connection provided to each of the plurality of particulate material supply compartments for receiving particulate material from each of the plurality of particulate material supply compartments, and each inductor assembly having an outlet conduit providing an entrained flow of air and particulate material to each of the plurality of metering devices,wherein each metering device of the plurality of metering devices is axially aligned with and connected to its respective conduit and each of the plurality of metering devices is positioned near at least one of the plurality of particle delivery units such that an outlet of each of the plurality of metering devices is positioned over the at least one particle delivery unit for delivering particulate ...

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Номер записи: 41
09-01-2020 дата публикации

MODULAR TOOLBAR WITH INTERNAL VACUUM

Номер: US20200008344A1
Автор: Anderson Brian J., Connors Michael J., Prickel Marvin A.
Принадлежит: CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC

A planting implement including a first hollow support frame member having a first end and a first end plate connected to the first end. The first end plate has a first hole disposed therein. The planting implement also includes a second hollow support frame member configured for coupling to the first hollow support frame member. The second hollow support frame member has a second end and a second end plate connected to the second end. The second end plate has a second hole disposed therein. The planting implement further includes at least one spacer and at least one seal having an aperture. The at least one seal is configured to seal a connection between the first hollow support frame member and the second hollow support frame member such that a pneumatic pathway is established between the first hollow support frame member and the second hollow support frame member. 1. A method of modifying a planting implement , comprising the steps of:providing a first hollow support frame member having a first end and a second hollow support frame member having a second end and configured for coupling to said first hollow support frame member;connecting a first end plate to the first end of the first hollow support frame member, said first end plate having a first hole disposed therein;connecting a second end plate to the second end of the second hollow support frame member, said second end plate having a second hole disposed therein;positioning at least one spacer in between said first end plate and said second end plate, said spacer having an aperture;positioning at least one seal in between said first end plate and said second end plate, said at least one seal having an aperture and configured to seal a connection between said first hollow support frame member and said second hollow support frame member; andcoupling said first hollow support frame member and said second hollow support frame member together such that a pneumatic pathway is established between said first hollow ...

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Номер записи: 42
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Spreader Cover Having Modular Hard Covers Movable by Linkages or Slide Mechanisms and Including Extended Handles

Номер: US20200008346A1
Автор: Goudreau Joe, Surridge David G., Veihl Stephen David
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A spreader cover for a hopper of a spreader includes one or more modular hard covers that may be arranged to fully cover the hopper. In an embodiment, the spreader cover also includes a plurality of linkages, each linkage connected to one of the one or more modular hard covers. In another embodiment, the spreader cover includes a plurality of slide mechanisms, each slide mechanism connected to one of the one or more modular hard covers. The spreader cover may optionally include an extended handle assembly to facilitate opening the spreader cover while an operator is standing on the ground. The extended handle assembly may have an opening position and a closing position in which an external handle is unable to rotate, and a rotating position in which the external handle may be rotated and secured to the side of a vehicle. 1. A spreader cover for a hopper of a spreader comprising:one or more modular hard covers; and wherein the extended handle assembly comprises a handle bracket connected to one of the one or more modular hard covers and an extended handle connected to the handle bracket;', 'wherein the handle bracket includes a multi-position recess and a handle aperture within the multi-position recess,', 'wherein the extended handle includes an extension plate and a grab bar connected to the extension plate, the extension plate securable by a fastener to the handle aperture of the handle bracket;', 'wherein the multi-position recess of the handle bracket has a recess longitudinal axis and a closing portion, rotating portion, and opening portion along the recess longitudinal axis;', 'wherein the extension plate includes a raised portion through which the fastener is secured;', 'wherein the extended handle is positioned in an opening position when any of the raised portion is in the opening portion of the multi-position recess, a rotating position when all of the raised portion is in the rotating portion of the multi-position recess, and a closing position when any ...

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Номер записи: 43
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Method Of Delivering A Number Of Agricultural Products

Номер: US20200010286A1
Автор: Guillaume C. Boily, Joel Denis, Martin J. Roberge, Rex L. Ruppert
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada Ltd

The present invention is directed to an applicator having an agricultural product conveying system which transfers particulate material from one or more source containers to application equipment on demand, and meters the material at the application equipment. The conveying system includes an inline metering system including a number of metering devices associated with each compartment of a particulate material tank on the applicator to meter the particulate material disposed within each compartment. The individual metering devices include gates to initially enable the particulate material from a compartment to enter the metering device, and a rotary metering shaft to meter the flow of the particulate material into the conduits while limiting the passage of pressurized air through the metering device and into the compartment. The individual metering devices also include individual motors to control the operation of the metering devices independently from one another that can allow with sectional control and turning compensation.

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Номер записи: 44
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Pneumatic Conveying System For An Agricultural Product Applicator

Номер: US20210015030A1
Автор: Denis Joel, ROBERGE MARTIN J., Ruppert Rex
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The invention provides a pneumatic conveying system for an agricultural product applicator, which system comprises multiple fans configured to serve separate boom sections of the applicator to more efficiently conduct airflow with respect to each section. In aspects of the invention, multiple centrifugal fans of the same or similar size can be used, or multiple centrifugal fans of various sizes can be used, such as one or more larger fans and one or more smaller fans. Exemplar aspects could include three small or medium sized centrifugal fans, four small or medium sized centrifugal fans, and five small or medium sized centrifugal fans, thereby allowing the system to raise outlet air pressure at an elevated flow. Another aspect of the invention could include configuring one fan to supercharge another fan, in series, also allowing the system to raise outlet air pressure at an elevated flow. 1. A pneumatic conveying system for an agricultural product applicator , the pneumatic conveying system comprising:a plurality of fans, each fan being configured to generate an airflow;a plurality of supply lines, each supply line being configured to receive an airflow from a given fan of the plurality of fans and entrain particulate material in the airflow; anda plurality of boom sections, each boom section being connected to a supply line of the plurality of supply lines for receiving an airflow and entrained particulate material, each boom section comprising a plurality of nozzles for distributing the particulate material to the ground.2. The pneumatic conveying system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of fans comprises first and second fans claim 1 , the plurality of supply lines comprises first and second supply lines connected to the first and second fans claim 1 , and the plurality of boom sections comprises first and second boom sections connected to the first and second supply lines claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , and wherein the first boom section extends in a first ...

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Номер записи: 45
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Agricultural Product Metering Motor Creep Control

Номер: US20210015031A1
Автор: Hafvenstein David
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A motor creep control system includes at least one motor and a manifold fluidically coupled to the at least one motor and configured to control flow of a fluid through the at least one motor. The manifold includes an input port, an output port, at least one fluid control valve to control the at least one motor, and a motor creep control valve. A first state of the motor creep control directs the fluid from the input port, through the at least one fluid control and motor, and to the at least one output port. Meanwhile, a second state of the motor creep control in conjunction with the at least one fluid control valve being deactivated directs the fluid from the input port that leaks past the deactivated at least one fluid control valve to the at least one output port, while bypassing the at least one motor. 1. A motor creep control system comprising:at least one motor;a manifold fluidically coupled to the at least one motor and configured to control flow of a fluid through the at least one motor, wherein the manifold includes:an input port configured to allow the fluid to enter the manifold;at least one output port configured to allow the fluid to leave the manifold; andat least one fluid control valve having a first state and a second state, each fluid control valve configured to control a respective one of the at least one motor;a motor creep control valve having a first state and a second state;wherein the first state of each fluid control valve causes the respective motor to run;wherein the second state of each fluid control valve causes the respective motor to not run;wherein the first state of the motor creep control valve is configured to direct the fluid within the manifold to flow from the input port, through the at least one motor, and to the at least one output port; andwherein the second state of the motor creep control valve is configured to direct the fluid leaking past the at least one fluid control valve in the second state from the input port to the ...

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Номер записи: 46
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Spreader

Номер: US20160017551A1
Автор: Gamble, II Robert N., Wendorff Terry C.
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A hopper spreader for installation on a vehicle has a flow regulator configured to regulate flow of particulate material from the container. The spreader has a conveyor mechanism for conveying particulate material to a spinner that distributes the particulate material to the surface over which the vehicle moves. The spreader also includes a flow regulation mechanism located between the particulate material in the hopper and the conveyor mechanism which is configured to regulate flow of material from the hopper to the conveyor mechanism.

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Номер записи: 47
16-01-2020 дата публикации

WINDPROOF AERIAL DISPENSING METHOD AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20200017215A1
Автор: FENG Zhuang, WU Xumin, Yan Guang
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An aerial dispensing method includes obtaining a wind velocity of a wind that causes a drift to a substance dispensed from an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), and controlling one or more components of the UAV based on the obtained wind velocity to cause at least mitigation to the drift. 1. An aerial dispensing method , comprising:obtaining a wind velocity of a wind that causes a drift to a substance dispensed from an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV); andcontrolling one or more components of the UAV based on the obtained wind velocity to cause at least mitigation to the drift.2. The aerial dispensing method of claim 1 , wherein obtaining the wind velocity comprises determining the wind velocity based on at least one of a UAV status claim 1 , a UAV propulsion system status claim 1 , a user entered parameter claim 1 , or a wind gauge measurement by a wind gauge disposed on the UA.3. The aerial dispensing method of claim 1 , wherein:obtaining the wind velocity comprises determining the wind velocity based on comparing a first spatial disposition of the UAV with a second spatial disposition of the UAV; andthe first spatial disposition is predetermined in a no-wind condition or is associated with a predetermined wind condition.4. The aerial dispensing method of claim 3 , wherein the first and second spatial dispositions of the UAV each comprises a pitch angle and a roll angle of the UAV.5. The aerial dispensing method of claim 1 , wherein:the drift comprises a horizontal shift from an original landing location of the dispensed substance; andthe original landing location is a landing location of the dispensed substance in a no-wind condition.6. The aerial dispensing method of claim 1 , wherein the dispensed substance comprises at least one of a nutrient claim 1 , a seed claim 1 , a pesticide claim 1 , a herbicide claim 1 , or a chemical fire extinguisher.7. The aerial dispensing method of claim 1 , wherein the dispensed substance comprises at least one of a liquid claim 1 , a ...

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Номер записи: 48
22-01-2015 дата публикации

PRODUCT DOSING SYSTEM FOR AGRICULTURAL MACHINES

Номер: US20150021365A1
Автор: RUIZ GARCIA Fernando
Принадлежит: FERRUZ PEREZ, Jose Luis

Product dosing system for agricultural machines, being of special utility in fertilizing machines such that the simple salts carrying nutrients, that is to say, nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus, can be arranged in granulated form in respective deposit hoppers 3, 3′ and 3″ aligned in the advance direction of the fertilizing machine to directly pour the simple fertilizer to the ground to be fertilized, as well as having an endless axle 8 for regulating the simple fertilizer for its conduction towards collection and pouring dosing means, thus, having an endless axle for regulating the doses of simple fertilizer in granulated form and dosing means for each of the hoppers, allowing the regulation and measurement speed to depend on the advance speed of the machine, the machine having to that end rolling means 4, through which the movement is transmitted to the regulating endless axles and to the axles of the collection and pouring dosing machines. 23338910. Product dosing system for agricultural machines claim 1 , according to claim 1 , characterized in that each one of the hoppers ( claim 1 , ′ and ″) is associated to a regulating endless axle () and to dosing means defined by a first axle () with a series of groups of dosing discs ().34167133117. Product dosing system for agricultural machines claim 1 , according to claim 1 , characterized in that the rolling means () associated to the machine () itself are defined by a wheel from whose turning axle movement is transmitted claim 1 , by means of a series of axles () and gears () to the corresponding plate () claim 1 , rotary with respect to a second axle () to which the connecting rod () is linked.4833329252912. Product dosing system for agricultural machines claim 1 , according to claim 1 , characterized in that the regulating endless axle () associated to each one of the hoppers ( claim 1 , ′ and ″) for delivering the simple fertilizer () presents two sections with turns () claim 1 , in opposite direction claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 49
28-01-2016 дата публикации

ADAPTABLE SPREADER

Номер: US20160021816A1
Автор: Chapman Richard H., Kendall Jeffrey D., Sevrey Richard
Принадлежит: EARTHWAY PRODUCTS, INC.

A particulate dispersing apparatus is provided that includes a vessel configured to contain particulate material having a ridge circumferencing an inside of the vessel, an insert having a similar shape as the vessel and when inserted into the vessel adapted to engage and removably attach to the ridge, and a dispersing mechanism that disperses the particulate material. 1. A particulate dispersing apparatus comprising:a vessel configured to contain particulate material having a ridge circumferencing an inside of the vessel;an insert having a similar shape as the vessel and when inserted into the vessel adapted to engage and removably attach to the ridge; anda dispersing mechanism that disperses the particulate material.2. The particulate dispersing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vessel further includes an opening defined in a bottom portion and wherein the insert includes a bottom surface that transitions in an angled downward direction toward the opening and a distinct hole pattern defined the bottom surface whereby the distinct hole pattern aligns with the opening thereby facilitating the dispersement of the particulate material.3. The particulate dispersing apparatus of further comprising a fastener inserted through an attachment slot defined in opposites sides of a perimeter of the insert and an attachment aperture defined in opposite sides of the ridge.4. The particulate dispersing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the insert is interchangeable with a plurality of inserts claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of inserts include distinct hole patterns that facilitate the dispersement of different sized particulate material from inside the vessel.5. The particulate dispersing apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the distinct hole pattern of the insert and of the plurality of inserts includes at least one opening having a size that is larger or smaller than a size of the at least one opening for each of the other plurality of interchangeable inserts.6. The particulate ...

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Номер записи: 50
26-01-2017 дата публикации

PLOUGH ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170020061A1
Автор: Ryan John William, Vance Carl Bernard, Woode Richard Alec
Принадлежит:

A digging assembly for a plough. The digging assembly has a digging blade assembly that is moved through the soil to form a slot, and a closing tool assembly that forms a seed bed by partly closing the slot formed by the digging blade assembly. Following the closing tool assembly is a seed boot that delivers seed to the seed bed formed by the closing tool assembly. 120-. (canceled)1. A fertilizer boot assembly for a plough that moves in a forward direction to prepare a soil layer to receive fertilizer , the fertilizer boot assembly including:a tubular fertilizer boot through which fertilizer downwardly passes to be delivered to the soil layer, the boot communicating with a tube to receive the fertilizer therefrom;a shield forward of the boot to protect the boot as the boot moves through the soil layer, the shield having a rear portion to which the boot is attached; anda fastener attaching the boot to the rear portion.2. The fertilizer boot assembly of wherein said rear portion is a socket within which the boot is located.3. The fertilizer boot of claim 1 , wherein the fastener includes a clip.4. The fertilizer boot assembly of claim 3 , wherein the fastener includes a pin that passes through the shield in a direction transverse of said forward direction claim 3 , with the clip being secured to the pin and passing about the boot to secure the boot to said rear portion.5. The fertilizer boot of wherein the shield has a plurality of passages extending transversely through the shield claim 4 , with a selected one of the passages receiving the pin claim 4 , with the passages arranged to provide for height adjustment of the boot relative to the shield by insertion of the pin in the selected one of the passages.6. The fertilizer boot assembly of in combination with a coupling fixed to the shield to mount the shield to the boot claim 1 , wherein the coupling slightly engages the shield to provide for attachment of the coupling to a digging blade.7. The fertilizer boot of ...

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Номер записи: 51
25-01-2018 дата публикации

METERING SYSTEM FOR AN AGRICULTURAL SYSTEM

Номер: US20180020608A1
Автор: POSSELIUS John Henry
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A metering system for an agricultural system includes a singulator. The singulator includes a hopper configured to provide a flow of plantlet casings from a storage tank of the agricultural system, a pair of counter-rotating rods configured to receive the plantlet casings from the hopper at a feed rate, where the pair of counter-rotating rods are spaced apart from one another to form a gap, and where the gap is configured to direct the plantlet casings from a first end of the pair of counter-rotating rods to a second end of the pair of counter-rotating rods, and a drive assembly configured to drive rotation of the pair of counter-rotating rods. 1. A metering system for an agricultural system , comprising: a hopper configured to provide a flow of plantlet casings from a storage tank of the agricultural system;', 'a pair of counter-rotating rods configured to receive the plantlet casings from the hopper at a feed rate, wherein the pair of counter-rotating rods are spaced apart from one another to form a gap, and wherein the gap is configured to direct the plantlet casings from a first end of the pair of counter-rotating rods to a second end of the pair of counter-rotating rods; and', 'a drive assembly configured to drive rotation of the pair of counter-rotating rods., 'a singulator, comprising2. The metering system of claim 1 , wherein the gap between the pair of counter-rotating rods has a width less than a maximum diameter of the plantlet casings.3. The metering system of claim 1 , wherein at least one rod of the pair of counter-rotating rods has grooves claim 1 , protrusions claim 1 , a helical recess claim 1 , or a combination thereof claim 1 , to hold the plantlet casings as the plantlet casings flow along a length of the pair of counter-rotating rods.4. The metering system of claim 1 , wherein a guide is disposed over at least one rod of the pair of counter-rotating rods to block the plantlet casings from falling onto the at least one rod of the pair of counter- ...

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Номер записи: 52
25-01-2018 дата публикации

FLOW CONTROL ASSEMBLY FOR AN AGRICULTURAL METERING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180020609A1
Автор: Stuart Graham Douglas, Zacharias Darwin Lloyd
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A flow control assembly for an agricultural metering system includes a first gate control shaft configured to drive a first gate of a seed meter to transition between an open position and a closed position. The flow control assembly also includes a handle configured to drive the first gate control shaft to rotate via rotation of the handle between a first position that corresponds to the open position of the first gate and a second position that corresponds to the closed position of the first gate. In addition, the flow control assembly includes a locking assembly configured to secure the handle to the first gate control shaft at least while the handle is in the first position, and to enable the handle to be released from the first gate control shaft at least while the handle is in the second position. 1. A flow control assembly for an agricultural metering system , comprising:a first gate control shaft configured to drive a first gate of a seed meter to transition between an open position and a closed position via rotation of the first gate control shaft;a second gate control shaft configured to drive a second gate of the seed meter to transition between an open position and a closed position via rotation of the second gate control shaft;a handle configured to selectively engage each of a first engagement portion of the first gate control shaft and a second engagement portion of the second gate control shaft, wherein the handle is configured to drive the first gate control shaft to rotate via rotation of the handle between a first position that corresponds to the open position of the first gate and a second position that corresponds to the closed position of the first gate while the handle is engaged with the first engagement portion, and the handle is configured to drive the second gate control shaft to rotate via rotation of the handle between a third position that corresponds to the open position of the second gate and a fourth position that corresponds to the ...

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Номер записи: 53
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Dynamic Baffle For Air Flow Balancing Between Adjacent Product Lines

Номер: US20190021214A1
Автор: Denis Joel, ROBERGE MARTIN J., Ruppert Rex L.
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The present invention is directed to an applicator having an agricultural product pneumatic conveying system which meters particulate material from one or more source containers at the application equipment and transports the particulate material to evenly distribute the particulate material from the applicator. The pneumatic conveying system employs supply lines connected between the metering devices at the source containers and delivery nozzles. The conveying system also includes a dynamic baffle system that directs the air flow towards a supply line detected as having increased resistance to the air flow in order to equalize the air flow into each of the supply lines. The baffle system accomplishes this by obstructing a portion of the air flow towards a supply line having less resistance to the air flow and concurrently re-directing the obstructed portion of the air flow into the supply line with higher air flow resistance. 1. An agricultural product delivery system , comprising:at least one particulate material supply compartment;a number of delivery units for applying particulate material from the supply compartment; and an airflow source;', 'a number of supply lines each operably connected to the airflow source at one end, to the at least one particulate material supply compartment and to at least one of the particle delivery units at the opposite end; and', 'a dynamic baffle system disposed between air flow source and the number of supply lines., 'a pneumatic conveying system providing a mixed flow of particulate material from the at least one particulate material supply compartment to the particle delivery units, the conveying system comprising2. The agricultural product delivery system of wherein the dynamic baffle system comprises:a plenum interconnected between the air flow source and the number of supply lines; andat least one baffle rotatably mounted within an interior of the plenum.3. The agricultural product delivery system of wherein the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 54
24-01-2019 дата публикации

STEERING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS, ROLL CONTROL SYSTEMS, AND VEHICLES HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20190021217A1
Автор: Jessen Thomas F.
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Steering and roll control systems to counteract yaw and/or roll forces during operation of a vehicle having first and second wheeled members coupled together by an articulating joint mechanism that is configured to pivot in a yaw direction and/or a roll direction. The steering assistance systems include a biasing unit configured to apply a counteracting force to bias the first and second wheeled members toward a straight-line arrangement thereof. The roll control systems include an additional biasing unit configured to apply a counteracting force to bias the first and second wheeled members toward a level alignment arrangement of the vehicle. 1. A steering assistance system for a vehicle comprising first and second wheeled members coupled together by an articulating joint mechanism having a longitudinal centerline aligned with a longitudinal axis of the vehicle when the first and second wheeled members are in a straight-line arrangement as a result of the vehicle tracking in a straight-line forward direction , the articulating joint mechanism having a vertical pivot axis disposed on the longitudinal centerline thereof that enables the first and second wheeled members to articulate relative to each other in oppositely-disposed first and second yaw directions relative to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle , the steering assistance system comprising:a biasing unit; andmeans for coupling the biasing unit to span the articulating joint mechanism such that a longitudinal axis of the biasing unit is vertically aligned with the longitudinal centerline of the articulating joint mechanism and is intersected by the vertical pivot axis of the articulating joint mechanism when the first and second wheeled members are in the straight-line arrangement thereof;wherein when the articulating joint mechanism pivots about the vertical pivot axis thereof in either of the first and second yaw directions, the biasing unit applies a counteracting force to bias the first and second ...

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Номер записи: 55
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Horizontal Product Distribution System Using Static Baffles In A Distributor

Номер: US20190022608A1
Автор: Denis Joel, ROBERGE MARTIN J., Ruppert Rex L.
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The present invention is directed to an applicator having an agricultural product mechanical and/or pneumatic conveying system which transfers particulate material from one or more source containers to application equipment on demand, and meters the material at the application equipment. The conveying system includes a static distributor interconnecting the supply lines of the conveying system with the distribution lines connected to the individual nozzles. The static distributor includes internal structures that effectively divert the incoming particulate material evenly across the interior of the static distributor such that the particulate material is evenly distributed into each of the distribution lines. The static distributor accomplishes this without the need for any moving parts or control systems/devices. In addition, damage done to the particulate material flowing through the distributor is not high, and the operation of the distributor creates a lower pressure drop across the distributor than prior art vertical distributors. 1. An agricultural product delivery system , comprising:at least one particulate material supply compartment;at least one particle delivery unit for applying particulate material from the supply compartment;a conveying system providing a flow of particulate material from the at least one particulate material supply compartment along at least one supply line to the at least one particle delivery unit; andat least one static distributor connected between the at least one supply line and the at least one particulate delivery unit, wherein the static distributor does not include any moving parts.2. The agricultural product delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one static distributor comprises:a housing having an inlet and a number of outlets spaced from the inlet and defining a flow channel therebetween with a central axis through the housing; anda number of baffles disposed within the housing at angles with respect to the ...

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Номер записи: 56
23-01-2020 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL SEEDER IMPLEMENT INCLUDING SEED BOOT WITH RAMPED SEED-CONVEYING CHANNEL

Номер: US20200022302A1
Автор: Kile Ronald J.
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An agricultural seeder implement includes a seed boot connected to an opener. The seed boot includes a channel extending from an inlet to an outlet behind a leading extremity of the opener, a deflecting surface facing downwardly into the channel toward the outlet, and a ramp facing inwardly into the channel between the inlet and the outlet. The opener is for cutting a furrow in the ground by the leading extremity ahead of the outlet, and the channel is for guiding a stream of air-driven seed forwardly therethrough from the inlet and downwardly into the furrow through the outlet, wherein the ramp is in-turned toward the deflecting surface for deflecting the stream of air-driven seed through the channel inwardly to the deflecting surface, and the deflecting surface is for deflecting the stream of air-driven seed received from the ramp downwardly to and through the outlet into the furrow. 1. An agricultural seeder implement comprises:an opener including a leading extremity and a trailing extremity, and a seed boot connected to the opener, the seed boot includes a channel extending forwardly through the seed boot from an inlet proximate to the trailing extremity of the opener to an outlet behind the leading extremity of the opener, a deflecting surface facing downwardly into the channel opposing the outlet, and a ramp facing inwardly into the channel between the inlet and the outlet; andthe opener for being pulled for cutting a furrow in the ground by the leading extremity ahead of the outlet and the channel for guiding a stream of air-driven seed forwardly therethrough from the inlet and into the furrow through the outlet directed downwardly in the furrow, wherein the ramp is in-turned toward the deflecting surface for deflecting the stream of air-driven seed through the channel inwardly to the deflecting surface away from the outlet, and the deflecting surface is for deflecting the stream of air-driven seed received from the ramp downwardly to and through the outlet ...

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Номер записи: 57
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Inline Product Metering System For Fertilizer And Seed Application System

Номер: US20190023504A1
Автор: Boily Guillaume C., Denis Joel, ROBERGE MARTIN J., Ruppert Rex L
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The present invention is directed to an applicator having an agricultural product conveying system which transfers particulate material from one or more source containers to application equipment on demand, and meters the material at the application equipment. The conveying system includes an inline metering system including a number of metering devices associated with each compartment of a particulate material tank on the applicator to meter the particulate material disposed within each compartment. The individual metering devices include gates to initially enable the particulate material from a compartment to enter the metering device, and a rotary metering shaft to meter the flow of the particulate material into the conduits while limiting the passage of pressurized air through the metering device and into the compartment. The individual metering devices also include individual motors to control the operation of the metering devices independently from one another that can allow with sectional control and turning compensation. 1. An agricultural product delivery system , comprising:at least one particulate material supply compartment;at least one particle delivery unit for applying particulate material from the supply compartment;a conveying system providing a flow of particulate material from the at least one particulate material supply compartment to the at least one particle delivery unit; andat least one metering device operably connected between the at least one particulate material supply compartment and the conveying system.2. The agricultural product delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one metering device comprises:a housing connected between the at least one particulate material supply compartment and a supply line of the conveying system; anda shaft disposed within the housing, the shaft including a number of paddles thereon, wherein the clearance between the paddles and the housing limits air flow through the at least one metering device.3 ...

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Номер записи: 58
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Sprayer

Номер: US20170027151A1
Автор: Abernethy Todd, Clarey Andrew, Mitchell George A., Restive Mario J., Vaughan John
Принадлежит: The Fountainhead Group, Inc.

A lawn and garden sprayer system having a container and a spray wand fluidly connected to the container is provided. The spray wand includes a wand housing that has a slot formed in one side thereof that is configured to engage a lug formed on one side of the container for purposes of stowing the wand during shipping and when not in use. A communications card assembly is detachably connected between the container and spray wand during shipment and prior to its first use. The hose includes a coupler end that engaged a cap on the container and facilitates creation of a fluid circuit between the fluid contents in the container and the wand. 1. A sprayer assembly , comprising:a. a container for storing fluid therein;b. a spray wand comprising a handle portion and a wand portion;c. a motor contained within said handle portion; and i. a manually actuable trigger mounted to said spray wand;', 'ii. a fluid inlet that is in fluid communication with fluid contained within said container;', 'iii. a fluid outlet positioned in fluid communication with said wand portion; and', 'iv. a valve that is movable upon user actuation of said trigger from a first position that prevents fluid from flowing from said fluid inlet to said fluid outlet and a second position wherein fluid can flow from said fluid inlet to said fluid outlet., 'd. a fluid circuit assembly, comprising2. The sprayer assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said wand portion and said handle portion are pivotally connected to one another.3. The sprayer assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said fluid circuit assembly further comprises a spring positioned in biased relation to said valve. The present application relates to and is a divisional of Applicant's U.S. Non-Provisional application, Ser. No. 14/483,876, filed Sep. 11, 2014, now allowed, which, in turn, relates to and claims priority to Applicant's U.S. Provisional Patent Application, Ser. No. 61/876,379, filed Sep. 11, 2013. The entirety of the aforementioned ...

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Номер записи: 59
04-02-2016 дата публикации

Inductor box for an agricultural implement having compression limiters

Номер: US20160029553A1
Автор: Chad M. Johnson, Marvin A. Prickel, Michael J. Connors
Принадлежит: CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC

An inductor box for an agricultural implement having compression limiters. One inductor box includes a housing having a first side configured to receive an agricultural product from a tank. The first side has a sealable surface, and the sealable surface has plates attached thereto. The inductor box includes a first gasket disposed on the sealable surface and configured to establish a seal between the sealable surface and a corresponding surface of the tank. The plates are configured to extend through respective openings in the gasket, and to block compression of the first gasket beyond a desired compression limit.

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Номер записи: 60
29-01-2015 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT HAVING A FEED DEVICE FOR AIRFLOW-BASED FEEDING OF A GRANULAR OR POWDER MATERIAL

Номер: US20150030420A1
Автор: Fransson Jorgen, Wistrand Ulf
Принадлежит: Vaderstad-Verken AB

An agricultural implement including at least one container for granular or powder material and a feed device for airflow-based feeding of the granular or powder material. The feed device includes a fan including an impeller accommodated in a fan housing. At least one wall portion of the fan housing is integrated with a wall portion of the container. 113-. (canceled)14. An agricultural implement configured to be pulled or supported by a towing vehicle , comprising:at least one container for granular or powder material; andat least one feed device for airflow-based feeding of the granular or powder material,wherein the feed device comprises a fan, comprising an impeller accommodated in a fan housing,wherein at least one wall portion of the fan housing is integrated with a wall portion of the container.15. An agricultural implement according to claim 14 , wherein an inlet wall of the fan housing is integrated with an outer wall of the container.16. An agricultural implement according to claim 15 , wherein a wall of the fan housing opposite to the inlet wall is integrated with an inner wall of the container.17. An agricultural implement according to claim 14 , wherein the fan is configured such that the impeller is rotatable about a substantially horizontal axis claim 14 , and wherein an outlet from the fan housing is directed substantially downwards.18. An agricultural implement according to claim 14 , wherein the fan housing includes at least two outlets claim 14 , which are arranged to produce an airflow to a respective feeder for the granular or powder material.19. An agricultural implement according to claim 18 , wherein the outlets produce airflows in substantially a same plane.20. An agricultural implement according to claim 18 , wherein the outlets produce substantially parallel airflows.21. An agricultural implement according to claim 14 , wherein the fan housing comprises at least one guide wall claim 14 , which claim 14 , viewed in a plane which is ...

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Номер записи: 61
01-02-2018 дата публикации

PRODUCT ROW BANDING ASSEMBLY FOR AIR DELIVERY MACHINES

Номер: US20180027726A1
Автор: Snyder Todd B.
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An agricultural spreader has a hopper containing a granular product and a boom arm supporting a plurality of product delivery conduits supplying a plurality of row banding assemblies configured to disperse the product. The spreader has a pneumatic supply to propel the granular product through the product delivery conduits to the row banding assemblies. Each of the plurality of row banding assemblies includes a cyclone separator having an inlet connected to the product delivery conduit, a product outlet at a bottom end of the cyclone separator, an air outlet at a top end of the cyclone separator. The row banding assembly has a product placement tube connected to the product outlet, and an air exhaust tube connected to the air outlet. The air exhaust tube extends downward and surrounds the product placement tube. 1. An agricultural spreader having a hopper containing a granular product and a boom arm supporting a plurality of product delivery conduits supplying a plurality of row banding assemblies configured to disperse the product and a pneumatic supply to propel the granular product through the product delivery conduits to the row banding assemblies , wherein each of the plurality of row banding assemblies comprises:a cyclone separator having an inlet connected to the product delivery conduit, a product outlet at a bottom end of the cyclone separator, an air outlet at a top end of the cyclone separator;a product placement tube connected to the product outlet; andan air exhaust tube connected to the air outlet, wherein the air exhaust tube extends downward and surrounds the product placement tube.2. The agricultural spreader of claim 1 , wherein the cyclone separator comprises a circular airway extending from the inlet around the cyclone separator that directs pressurized air out of the cyclone separator to the air exhaust tube thereby reducing air velocity into the product placement tube and allowing the product to exit the cyclone separator through the product ...

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Номер записи: 62
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Tilting Plant Shade and Selective Fertilizer Distribution Device

Номер: US20220046867A1
Автор: Merlock Thomas Lawrence
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A device having a fertilizer base that is configured to be operable for distributing fertilizer to a surrounding soil. A collapsible or retractable umbrella is into engagement with the fertilizer base, wherein the umbrella is configured to provide shade for the plant. A bottom portion of a shaft section engages the fertilizer base and a top portion of the collapsible or retractable umbrella. The shaft section includes a tilting shaft that is operable to be tilted to provide partial or full shade to the plant proximal to the fertilizer base according to a sun's orientation or the plant's required amount of sunlight. An adapter coupling is configured to facilitate the engagement or separation of the shaft section with the fertilizer base and allow a user to add fertilizer to the cartridge area without uninstalling the device. 1. A device comprising: a stake implement, wherein said stake implement is configured to be operable for allowing said fertilizer base to be driven into the surrounding soil ground;', "a cartridge area, wherein said cartridge area is configured to hold the fertilizer to be delivered to the surrounding soil to aid in a plant's growth proximal said cartridge area, when said fertilizer base is driven into the surrounding soil ground; and", 'an interior ceiling, wherein said interior ceiling is configured to separate said stake implement and said cartridge area;, 'a fertilizer base that is configured to be operable for distributing fertilizer to a surrounding soil, said fertilizer base comprises;'}an umbrella, said umbrella comprises a collapsible or retractable umbrella, wherein said umbrella is into engagement with said fertilizer base, and wherein said umbrella is configured to provide shade for the plant;a shaft section, wherein a bottom portion of said shaft section engages said fertilizer base and said collapsible or retractable umbrella, in which said shaft section comprises a tilting shaft that is operable to be tilted to provide partial or ...

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Номер записи: 63
31-01-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CALIBRATING A MATERIAL METERING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190033895A1
Автор: Ryder Nicholas George Alfred, Thompson Dennis George
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A method for controlling a material flow rate from a metering system, includes determining, via a controller, a change in weight of material in a storage tank. The method further includes determining, via the controller, a swept area of an agricultural implement associated with the change in weight based at least in part on a width of the agricultural implement and a change in position of the agricultural implement. Further, the agricultural implement is configured to receive the material from the storage tank. The method also includes determining, via the controller, a calibration of the metering system based at least in part on the change in weight and the swept area. In addition, the method includes controlling, via the controller, a rotation rate of a meter roller of the metering system based at least in part on the calibration to control the material flow rate. 1. A method for controlling a material flow rate from a metering system , comprising:determining, via a controller, a change in weight of material in a storage tank;determining, via the controller, a swept area of an agricultural implement associated with the change in weight based at least in part on a width of the agricultural implement and a change in position of the agricultural implement, wherein the agricultural implement is configured to receive the material from the storage tank;determining, via the controller, a calibration of the metering system based at least in part on the change in weight and the swept area; andcontrolling, via the controller, a rotation rate of a meter roller of the metering system based at least in part on the calibration to control the material flow rate.2. The method of claim 1 , comprising:receiving, via the controller, a first signal indicative of an initial weight; andreceiving, via the controller, a second signal indicative of a weight after covering the swept area, wherein determining the change in weight is based on the first signal and the second signal.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 64
11-02-2016 дата публикации

SINGULATING HAND PLANTER AND FERTILIZER APPLICATOR

Номер: US20160037711A1
Автор: Koller Adrian A., Raun William R., Taylor Randal K.
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A device and method for hand planting cereal grain seed, and other crops where singulation (single seeds planted per strike) is taught. The device and method are capable of serving as a small scale fertilizer and alternative product applicator. The inventive method includes the capability of applying fertilizer and/or other products that are collected and dispensed via a reciprocating drum device. The device preferably includes a tapered (or pointed) soil engagement component capable of striking or penetrating the soil surface. With each planter strike to the soil surface, the device is actuated to meter a granular material product and the reciprocating drum rotates to expose the cavity to a material hopper. As the actuation force is released, the reciprocating drum rotates in the opposite direction to its original location and drops the material that has been metered. 1. A metering device , comprisingan external housing including a linear slot therein;a hopper segment within said external housing, said hopper segment configurable to accept a dispensable material therein;a rotatable lever supported at one end by said external housing;said lever including a cam receiver;a reciprocating drum housing coaxial with said external housing extending at least partially into said external housing; wherein said cam is engaged with said cam receiver through said linear slot,', 'wherein initial rotation of said reciprocating drum causes said cavity to come into communication with said hopper and to acquire a dispensable amount of said material therein, and,', 'wherein further rotation of said reciprocating drum causes said dispensable amount of said material to be deposited on the ground., 'a reciprocating drum supported in said reciprocating drum housing, said reciprocating drum including a cam and a cavity,'}2. The metering device of further including a pin secured to said external housing wherein said lever includes a guide slot for receiving said pin.3. The metering device ...

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Номер записи: 65
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Seed inductor box for an agricultural implement having a fluidization chamber

Номер: US20160037712A1
Автор: Chad M. Johnson, David D. Flamme, Grant T. MacDonald, Martin J. Roberge, Marvin A. Prickel, Michael J. Connors, Scott A. Long
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada Ltd

A particulate material delivery system for an agricultural implement including, an inductor box configured to receive particulate material from a tank, the inductor box comprising at least one inductor segment configured to guide the particulate material and an airflow through the inductor box, wherein the at least one inductor segment comprises a particulate material fluidization chamber configured to establish a vortex that mixes the particulate material with the airflow.

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Номер записи: 66
08-02-2018 дата публикации

CUTTING HEADS AND AGRICULTURAL SEEDER IMPLEMENTS FORMED THEREWITH

Номер: US20180035600A1
Автор: Kile Ronald J.
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A soil cutting head for a mount of an agricultural implement includes a head having a leading extremity for cutting into soil ahead of the mount, and a fertilizer tube extending through the head to a discharge end for discharging a stream of fertilizer into the soil from the head. 1. An agricultural implement for working soil across which the agricultural implement travels or is towed , comprising:a mount;a head having a trailing extremity mounted on the mount, and a leading extremity for cutting into soil ahead of the mount; anda fertilizer tube extending through the head to a discharge end for discharging a stream of fertilizer into the soil from the head.2. The agricultural implement according to claim 1 , further comprising a shield mounted on the mount above the head claim 1 , wherein the shield spans a length of the fertilizer tube above the head.3. The agricultural implement according to claim 1 , wherein the discharge end of the fertilizer tube is proximate to the leading extremity for discharging the stream of fertilizer from the leading extremity.4. The agricultural implement according to claim 3 , wherein the head further includes opposed upper and lower ends claim 3 , a leading bulk that extends from the upper end to the leading extremity proximate to the lower end claim 3 , and the fertilizer tube extends through the leading bulk from the upper end to the leading extremity.5. The agricultural implement according to claim 4 , wherein the leading extremity includes opposed first and second sides and a knife extending outwardly from one of the first and second sides claim 4 , and the fertilizer tube extends through the knife to the discharge opening for discharging the stream of fertilizer into the soil from the knife.6. The agricultural implement according to claim 5 , wherein the knife is swept back from the leading extremity.7. The agricultural implement according to claim 1 , wherein the discharge end of the fertilizer tube is proximate to the trailing ...

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Номер записи: 67
08-02-2018 дата публикации

CONDUIT SYSTEM FOR A PNEUMATIC DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OF AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT

Номер: US20180035602A1
Автор: Johnson Chad M., MacDonald Grant T., Prickel Marvin A.
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A pneumatic distribution system for an agricultural implement includes an inductor box having output ports and row units configured to receive an agricultural product and airflow from the output ports. A conduit system extends between the output ports of the inductor box and the row units. The conduit system is configured to direct the agricultural product and the airflow from each output port to a respective row unit. The conduit system includes a first conduit assembly extending between a first output port and a first row unit. The conduit system also includes a second conduit assembly extending between a second output port and a second row unit. A first average diameter of the first conduit assembly is smaller than a second average diameter of the second conduit assembly by at least approximately one percent. 1. A pneumatic distribution system for an agricultural implement comprising:an inductor box having a plurality of outlet ports, wherein the inductor box is configured to receive an agricultural product and an airflow, to combine the agricultural product with the airflow, and to direct the agricultural product and the airflow through the plurality of outlet ports;a plurality of row units each configured to receive the agricultural product and the airflow, and to deposit the agricultural product into soil; anda conduit system extending between the plurality of outlet ports of the inductor box and the plurality of row units, wherein the conduit system is configured to direct the agricultural product and the airflow from each outlet port of the plurality of outlet ports to at least two row units of the plurality of row units;wherein the conduit system comprises a first hose extending between a first outlet port of the plurality of outlet ports and a first row unit of the plurality of row units, and a second hose extending between the first row unit and a second row unit of the plurality of row units, and wherein a first inner diameter of the first hose is larger ...

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Номер записи: 68
08-02-2018 дата публикации

SPREAD CONTROL MECHANISM

Номер: US20180035604A1
Автор: Kendall Jeffrey D., Sevrey Richard
Принадлежит: EARTHWAY PRODUCTS, INC.

A spread control assembly is provided that includes a spread control mechanism and a shut-off adjustment plate attached to a particulate dispersing apparatus. The; shut-off adjustment plate includes multiple exit openings that facilitate the dispersing of particulate material. The spread control mechanism pivotally attaches to the shut-off adjustment plate and includes multiple paddles configured to cover at least one of the exit openings in the shut-off adjustment plate when the spread control mechanism is in an activated position. 1. (canceled)2. A spread control assembly comprising:a spread control adjustment plate employed upon a particulate dispersing apparatus, the spread control adjustment plate including a plurality of exit openings that facilitate dispersion of particulate material; anda spread control mechanism pivotally attached to the spread control adjustment plate, wherein the spread control mechanism is capable of pivoting in an arc-like manner in relation to the spread control adjustment plate, the spread control mechanism including a plurality of segments configured to at least partially cover at least one of the plurality of exit openings in the spread control adjustment plate.3. The spread control assembly of claim 2 , wherein when the spread control mechanism is in an activated state when at least a subset of the segments impede the dispersion of the particulate material through the at least one of the plurality exit openings thereby directing particulate material into a desired direction.4. The spread control assembly of claim 2 , wherein the spread control mechanism includes a curved pivot engagement portion that enables pivot of the spread control adjustment plate.5. The spread control assembly of claim 2 , wherein a number of the plurality of exit openings is at least one greater than a number of the plurality of segments.6. The spread control of claim 2 , wherein aperture size of a subset of the plurality of exit openings are smaller than ...

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Номер записи: 69
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Airflow System With Fan Spacer For Work Vehicles

Номер: US20180035613A1
Автор: Hui Ka Po Catherine, ROBERGE MARTIN J., Thompson Dennis George
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An airflow system that has a fan spacer within a fan assembly is provided for use with equipment such as work vehicles, which may include agricultural implements or other agricultural equipment. The fan spacer influences a width dimension of a fan housing interior and airflow characteristics of the fan assembly, such as output pressure and flow rate, to optimize fan performance for a particular implementation. In this way, the fan spacer allows for highly customizable fan performances by using housing spacers to modify fan housing dimensions and provide performance characteristics that correspond to what is needed for particular implementations while using common fan housing segments. 1. An airflow system of a work vehicle , the airflow system comprising:an air-assisted product delivery and/or cleaning system; a fan drive;', 'an impeller driven to rotate by the fan drive;', an inlet for directing air into the fan housing interior as pulled into the fan housing interior by rotation of the impeller;', 'an outlet for directing air out of the fan housing interior as pushed out of the fan housing interior by rotation of the impeller;', wherein a first fan housing segment of the at least first and second housing segments overlies a first portion of the impeller;', 'wherein a second fan housing segment of the at least first and second housing segments overlies a second portion of the impeller; and, 'at least first and second housing segments;'}, 'at least one fan spacer arranged between respective ones of the at least first and second housing segments for influencing a width dimension of the fan housing interior and airflow characteristics of the fan assembly., 'a fan housing that surrounds a space inside of the fan housing to define a fan housing interior with the impeller arranged for rotation within the fan housing interior, the fan housing including], 'a fan system configured to provide an airflow to the air-assisted product delivery and/or cleaning system; the fan ...

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Номер записи: 70
24-02-2022 дата публикации

PRESSURE BALANCED METER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20220053687A1
Автор: Maro Randall A.
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A meter assembly for an agricultural machine includes a meter, a conduit, and a bypass. The meter includes a roller to move commodity to the conduit. The bypass is coupled to the conduit and the meter to facilitate air flow therebetween free of interference from the roller or the commodity. 1. A meter assembly for an agricultural machine , comprising:a meter having an inlet, an outlet, and a roller including cavities configured to receive commodity from the inlet and release commodity to the outlet;a first conduit fluidly coupled to the outlet of the meter and configured to receive commodity therefrom;a commodity path including the inlet, the outlet, and the cavities of the roller; anda bypass assembly including at least one passageway fluidly coupled to the meter and the conduit;wherein the bypass assembly includes a first end fluidly coupled to the meter above the roller and a second end fluidly coupled to the first conduit.2. The meter assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one passageway of the bypass assembly is not inclusive of any portion the commodity path.3. The meter assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a housing in which the roller is positioned; anda commodity tank coupled to the housing and configured to release commodity to the roller;wherein the bypass assembly is positioned in the housing.4. The meter assembly of claim 3 , wherein the housing includes an inner wall assembly and an outer wall assembly;wherein the roller is positioned inside the inner wall assembly; andwherein the bypass assembly is positioned outside the inner wall assembly and between the inner wall assembly and the outer wall assembly.5. The meter assembly of claim 4 , wherein the at least one passageway includes:a first passageway fluidly coupled to the meter above the roller and coupled to the first conduit, anda second passageway fluidly coupled to the meter above the roller and coupled to a second conduit that is also fluidly coupled to the outlet of the meter and ...

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Номер записи: 71
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Air boom distribution system

Номер: US20200037599A1
Автор: David A. Hanson, Matthew R. Oliver
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A method of inhibiting dry material clogs in a work vehicle having an air boom assembly includes moving the work vehicle at a vehicle speed along a ground surface, moving dry material from a holding tank onto a conveyor, and operating the conveyor at a conveyor speed, the conveyor speed being at least partially dependent upon the vehicle speed, moving material from the conveyor into a boom assembly with a blower, dispensing the dry material onto the ground surface through a plurality of nozzles of the boom assembly, and comparing the conveyor speed to a maximum acceptable conveyor speed. If the conveyor speed is greater than the maximum acceptable conveyor speed, the method includes performing at least one of the following: alerting the operator that the conveyor speed is greater than the maximum acceptable speed, and reducing the vehicle speed to thereby reduce the speed of the conveyor.

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Номер записи: 72
06-02-2020 дата публикации

HORIZONTAL PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM USING STATIC BAFFLES IN A DISTRIBUTOR

Номер: US20200038820A1
Автор: Denis Joel, ROBERGE MARTIN J., Ruppert Rex L.
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada, Ltd.

The present invention is directed to an applicator having an agricultural product mechanical and/or pneumatic conveying system which transfers particulate material from one or more source containers to application equipment on demand, and meters the material at the application equipment. The conveying system includes a static distributor interconnecting the supply lines of the conveying system with the distribution lines connected to the individual nozzles. The static distributor includes internal structures that effectively divert the incoming particulate material evenly across the interior of the static distributor such that the particulate material is evenly distributed into each of the distribution lines. The static distributor accomplishes this without the need for any moving parts or control systems/devices. In addition, damage done to the particulate material flowing through the distributor is not high, and the operation of the distributor creates a lower pressure drop across the distributor than prior art vertical distributors. 1. A static distributor for an agricultural product delivery system , the distributor comprising:a housing having an inlet and a number of outlets spaced from the inlet and defining a flow channel therebetween with a central axis through the housing; anda number of baffles disposed within the housing at angles with respect to the central axis of the housing.2. The static distributor of claim 1 , wherein the baffles are adjustable with respect to the housing.3. The static distributor of claim 1 , wherein the static distributor does not include any moving parts.4. The static distributor of claim 3 , further comprising:a first pair of baffles disposed within the housing at a first angle with respect to the central axis;a second pair of baffles spaced from the first pair of baffles and disposed at a second angle with respect to the central axis; anda separating baffle spaced from the first pair of baffles and the second pair of baffles.5. ...

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Номер записи: 73
15-02-2018 дата публикации

FLOW CONTROL SYSTEM FOR AN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT APPLICATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180042172A1
Автор: Denis Joël Jean-Claude, Gervais Joel John Octave, ROBERGE MARTIN J., Ruppert Rex LeRoy
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An agricultural product application system for an agricultural vehicle includes a belt, a drive roll, and a flow control system, wherein the flow control system includes a gates and actuators, each gate controls a respective flow of the agricultural product to a respective output of the agricultural product application system based at least in part on a position of the gate relative to the belt, and each actuator is coupled to at least one respective gate to control the position of the at least one respective gate relative to the belt. The agricultural product application system also includes a controller that instructs each actuator to control the position of the at least one respective gate relative to the belt based at least in part on a speed of the agricultural vehicle, a turning radius of the agricultural vehicle, a prescription map, a field map, or a combination thereof. 1. An agricultural product application system for an agricultural vehicle , comprising:a belt configured to convey agricultural product;a drive roll configured to drive the belt;a flow control system configured to receive the agricultural product from the belt, wherein the flow control system comprises a plurality of gates and a plurality of actuators, each gate of the plurality of gates is configured to control a respective flow of the agricultural product to at least one respective output of the agricultural product application system based at least in part on a position of the gate relative to the belt, and each actuator of the plurality of actuators is coupled to at least one respective gate of the plurality of gates to control the position of the at least one respective gate relative to the belt; anda controller communicatively coupled to the plurality of actuators, wherein the controller is configured to instruct each actuator of the plurality of actuators to control the position of the at least one respective gate relative to the belt based at least in part on a speed of the ...

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Номер записи: 74
08-05-2014 дата публикации

Method Of Manufacturing A Commodity Tank For Air Seeder

Номер: US20140123465A1
Автор: Hall Kevin, Zacharias Darwin
Принадлежит: CNH Canada, Ltd.

A commodity tank for use with an air seeding implement includes a series of panels arranged to form an enclosure defining a volume configured to hold a supply of commodity. At least one or more of the panels has a warping-reducing bend formed therein. The commodity tank further has a series of tubular members with each tubular member located between adjacent and perpendicular panels to define a respective corner of the enclosure. 118-. (canceled)19. A method of manufacturing a tank for use with an air seeder , wherein the tank includes a plurality of generally planar panels forming sides of the tank , the method comprising:attaching adjacent planar panels to an elongated corner piece having a generally square-shaped cross-section, wherein the panels and the elongated corner pieces collectively define an enclosure for holding a granular commodity.20. The method of further comprising forming a warping-reducing bend in each of the panels. The present invention relates generally to farm implements and, more particularly, to a commodity tank for an air seeder.An air seeder is an agricultural implement that is commonly used to plant usually a seed crop in a large field. Air seeders typically have centrally located hoppers for seed and fertilizer which distributes them through an air stream to individual seed rows. It is convenient to fill, easy to clean out and move. Any crop that can be grown from seeds—which might vary is size from oilseeds to corn, can be sewn by an air seeder.The seed and fertilizer hoppers are usually carried on a large cart located behind or in front of the seeder. The air stream is created by a high capacity fan mounted on the cart which blows air through conduits (pipes) connecting the hoppers and the row units. Seed and fertilizer are metered out from the hoppers by a meter wheel that is turning in a ratio set by the operator for the proper seed rate or seed density. The seeds enter the pipe in the airstream and follow the pipes which terminate ...

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Номер записи: 75
14-02-2019 дата публикации

ROTOR ASSEMBLY, METHOD, FEEDER DEVICE AND AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT FOR FEEDING GRANULAR OR POWDER MATERIAL

Номер: US20190045705A1
Автор: Gilstring Gert
Принадлежит: Väderstad Holding AB

The present document discloses a rotor apparatus () for feeding granular or powdered material in an agricultural implement, the rotor apparatus being designed to be received in a partially cylindrical feeder space of a feeder device for volumetric feeding. The rotor apparatus () comprises an insert part (), which in size and shape is adapted to be inserted into the feeder space and to substantially prevent air from passing the insert part when this is inserted into the feeder space, and a rotor (), which is rotatable relative to the insert part. The insert part () defines a rotor space (), in which the rotor () is rotatable, and the rotor is together with the insert part designed to provide an air lock. The insert part () comprises a wall portion () interacting with the rotor and located radially outside the radially outermost portion of the rotor. 1. A rotor apparatus for feeding granular or powdered material in an agricultural implement , the rotor apparatus being designed to be received in a partially cylindrical feeder space of a feeder device for volumetric feeding , wherein the rotor apparatus comprises:an insert part, which in size and shape is adapted to be inserted into the feeder space and to substantially prevent air from passing the insert part when this is inserted into the feeder space, anda rotor, which is rotatable relative to the insert part,wherein the insert part defines a rotor space, in which the rotor is rotatable, wherein the rotor is together with the insert part designed to provide an air lock, andthe insert part comprises a wall portion interacting with the rotor and located radially outside the radially outermost portion of the rotor, andwherein the insert part has an inlet portion with at least one upwardly facing surface of repose, which when viewed in an axial direction, inclines downward to the rotor space, so that material which is fed from, for example a seed container, will slide down toward the rotor in order to be fed onward by ...

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Номер записи: 76
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Agricultural bin

Номер: US20190045714A1
Автор: George Bruce Hutcheon, Heath John Hutcheon
Принадлежит: Coolamon Steelworks Pty Ltd

The invention is directed broadly to a transportable agricultural bin for storing and dispersing an agricultural material, comprising: a bin body having a compartment for storing the agricultural material, the compartment having an outlet at a lower end thereof; at least one auger and a spreader to disperse the agricultural material; and a conveyor provided under the outlet and extending between the auger and the spreader, wherein the conveyor is configured to selectively transport the agricultural material from the outlet to either the auger or the spreader.

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Номер записи: 77
14-02-2019 дата публикации

ACTIVE SYSTEM FOR OPTIMIZATION AND PLUGGING AVOIDANCE OF SEED/FERTILIZER IN TRANSPORT CONDUCTS

Номер: US20190045772A1
Автор: Hansen Bradley D., ROBERGE MARTIN J., Ruppert Rex L.
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada, Ltd.

An agricultural implement has a product supply chamber, and a pair of transversely extending product delivering booms, each with a plurality of conduits of varying lengths terminating in product distributing nozzles. A fan supplies air to a mixing chamber which also receives product from the supply chamber providing an air entrained flow of product to each conduit. A controller monitors product delivery and controls implement operation. Each conduit has a pressure tap near the nozzle for providing the controller with a pressure differential indication. The controller initiates a corrective action modifying the operation of the delivery system when a predetermined pressure differential threshold is exceeded. The corrective action may include an increased air flow volume, an additional burst of higher pressure air into the conduit, a temporary increase in air flow from the air flow source, or a reduction in the rate of product flow from the supply chamber. 1. A process of monitoring an air/particle mixture movement through an elongated agricultural product delivery system conduit to optimize the rate of product delivery , comprising:measuring the pressure differential along the conduit;comparing the measured pressure differential and a predetermined threshold pressure differential; andinitiating a corrective action when the comparison indicates imminent conduit blockage.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the corrective action comprises modifying the delivery system operation.3. The process of claim 2 , wherein the delivery system is modified by temporarily reducing the rate of agricultural product flow through the conduit.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the corrective action comprises temporarily augmenting the air flow in the conduit.5. The process of claim 1 , wherein the corrective action claim 1 , wherein the corrective action maintains product flow near maximum at all times without allowing the conduit to become blocked. The present invention is a divisional ...

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Номер записи: 78
25-02-2016 дата публикации

CONFIGURATIONS OF INLET AND OUTLETS OF AIR FILLED AUXILIARY TANK OF AIR SEEDERS

Номер: US20160050843A1
Автор: ROBERGE MARTIN J., Stuart Graham Douglas
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A system for replenishing the supply of a particulate agricultural product in the tank of an air cart. A mixture of air and product comes out of a venturi delivery system and enters in a multiplicity of inlet hoses. Then the product enters into inlet tubes of various lengths and release angles from which product particles are gently spread strategically forming a pile that is more or less horizontal to ensure even feeding of meters during dispensing operations. Then the air exits through one or more fine screens to avoid product escaping as well and is conveyed through the exhaust hoses until reaching an air diffuser. The air diffuser has a series of varying size holes or louvers at the bottom so the air can come out at a uniform low velocity which minimizes any discomfort to nearby operators. 1. A pneumatic agricultural product delivery system , comprising:at least one product supply tank;a pneumatic source;a plenum normally receiving air flow from the pneumatic source and having a plurality of outlets;a plurality of distribution lines extending from the plenum outlets to a utilization implement for applying air entrained product to an agricultural field;a metering system for supplying product from the supply tank to the distribution lines; an air flow source;', 'a venturi region having an inlet and at least one venturi coupled to the air flow source, an inlet for receiving product from the supply source, and an outlet for providing product from the supply source entrained within air flow from the pneumatic source; and', 'a plurality of supply conduits for receiving an air entrained product flow from the venturi box outlet and delivering the air entrained product flow to the product supply tank, each conduit extending into the product supply tank for releasing the air entrained product flow, at least two conduits releasing their respective air entrained product flows at different locations within the tank., 'an air conveying system for occasionally receiving ...

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Номер записи: 79
19-02-2015 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE PLATFORM WITH ARTICULATED BASE

Номер: US20150051779A1
Автор: Bares John E., Camacho-Cook Matthew, Cavender-Bares Kent
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An autonomous vehicle platform and system for selectively performing an in-season management task in an agricultural field while self-navigating between rows of planted crops, the autonomous vehicle platform having a vehicle base with a width so dimensioned as to be insertable through the space between two rows of planted crops, the vehicle base having a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion is pivotably coupled to the second portion, and each of portion is operably coupled to at least one ground engaging wheel. 1. An autonomous vehicle platform for selectively performing an in-season management task in an agricultural field while self-navigating between rows of planted crops , comprising:a vehicle base having a length, width and height, the width so dimensioned as to be insertable through the space between two rows of planted crops, the vehicle base comprising a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion is pivotably coupled to the second portion, the first portion and the second portion each operably coupled to at least one ground engaging wheel;at least one powertrain fixedly coupled to the vehicle base and operably coupled to at least one of the ground engaging wheels;an in-season management task structure;a navigation module; anda microprocessor in communication with the in-season management task module and the navigation module, programmed with a self-direction program to autonomously steer the autonomous vehicle platform while performing an in-season management task.2. The autonomous vehicle platform of claim 1 , wherein the first portion is pivotably coupled to the second portion by an active pivotal coupling configured to forcibly pivot the first portion relative to the second portion.3. The autonomous vehicle platform of claim 2 , wherein the active pivotal coupling is controlled by the microprocessor claim 2 , and the first portion is pivoted relative to the second portion to affect steering of the autonomous ...

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Номер записи: 80
25-02-2021 дата публикации

METERING DEVICE FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT

Номер: US20210051840A1
Автор: Dunning Steven Gerald, Hubalek Verne A., Obenland Dan J., Potuzak Alex, Spaeny Larry C., Stewart Matthew S.
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A metering device for dispensing agricultural product from a bin. The metering device comprises an upper housing and a lower housing removably engaged with the upper housings. The metering device further includes at least one metering wheel positioned within an interior space presented by the upper housing or the lower housing. 1. A metering device for dispensing agricultural product from a bin , wherein said metering device comprises:an upper housing;a lower housing removably engaged with said upper housings; andat least one metering wheel positioned within an interior space presented by said upper housing or said lower housing.2. The metering device of claim 1 , wherein said upper housing and said lower housing are removably engaged via a securement assembly.3. The metering device of claim 2 , wherein said securement assembly includes one or more protrusions extending from said upper housing and one or more receiving hooks extending from said lower housing.4. The metering device claim 3 , wherein when said lower housing is engaged with said upper housing claim 3 , said protrusions are received with said receiving hooks.5. The metering device of claim 2 , wherein said securement assembly includes a spring lock for locking said lower housing in engagement with said upper housings.6. The metering device claim 5 , wherein said spring lock includes a cantilevered beam extending from said lower housing and a catch element extending from said upper housing.7. The metering device claim 5 , wherein when said lower housing is engaged with said upper housing said spring lock does not experience stress forces from said lower housing during normal field operations.8. The metering device of claim 1 , wherein said lower housing is removable from said upper housing by hand claim 1 , without the need for tools.9. The metering device of claim 1 , wherein when said lower housing is removed from said upper housing claim 1 , said upper housing is configured to be engaged with a ...

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Номер записи: 81
25-02-2021 дата публикации

METERING DEVICE WITH REMOVABLE GATE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210051842A1
Автор: Dunning Steven Gerald, Hubalek Verne A., Potuzak Alex, Spaeny Larry C.
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A metering device for dispensing agricultural product from a bin. The metering device comprises a housing enclosing an interior space, and a gate assembly removably received within the interior space of the housing. The gate assembly is configured to guide agricultural product through the housing. The gate assembly comprises a product gate comprising an arcuately-extending gate valve. The product gate at least partially defines a channel within the interior space of the housing through which agricultural product can flow. The gate assembly further comprises a gate key configured to selectively secure the product gate within the housing. Rotation of the gate key is configured to cause a corresponding rotation of the product gate. 1. A metering device for dispensing agricultural product from a bin , wherein said metering device comprises:a housing enclosing an interior space; and a product gate comprising an arcuately-extending gate valve, wherein said product gate at least partially defines a channel within the interior space of said housing through which agricultural product can flow,', 'a gate key configured to selectively secure said product gate within said housing, wherein rotation of said gate key is configured to cause a corresponding rotation of said product gate., 'a gate assembly removably received within the interior space of said housing, wherein said gate assembly is configured to guide agricultural product through said housing, wherein said gate assembly comprises—'}2. The metering device of claim 1 , wherein said gate assembly is removable from said housing by hand claim 1 , without the need for tools.3. The metering device of claim 1 , wherein said gate key is configured to rotate between an unlocked position and a locked position claim 1 , wherein when in the unlocked position the gate key can be removed from said housing claim 1 , and wherein when in the locked position the gate key is restricted from being removed from said housing.4. The metering ...

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Номер записи: 82
25-02-2021 дата публикации

METERING DEVICE WITH REMOVABLE METERING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210051843A1
Автор: Arnett Gregory W., Hubalek Verne A., Potuzak Alex
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A metering device for dispensing agricultural product from a bin. The metering device comprises a housing enclosing an interior space, and a metering assembly removably received within the interior space of the housing. The metering assembly is configured to convey agricultural product through the metering device. The metering assembly comprises a rotatable sub-shaft, a first metering wheel positioned on the sub-shaft and configured to rotate with the sub-shaft, a second metering wheel positioned on the sub-shaft and configured to rotate with the sub-shaft, and a dividing element positioned on the sub-shaft between the first metering wheel and the second metering wheel. 1. A metering device for dispensing agricultural product from a bin , wherein said metering device comprises:a housing enclosing an interior space; and a rotatable sub-shaft,', 'a first metering wheel positioned on said sub-shaft and configured to rotate with said sub-shaft,', 'a second metering wheel positioned on said sub-shaft and configured to rotate with said sub-shaft, and', 'a dividing element positioned on said sub-shaft between said first metering wheel and said second metering wheel., 'a metering assembly removably received within the interior space of said housing, wherein said metering assembly is configured to convey agricultural product through said metering device, and wherein said metering assembly comprises—'}2. The metering device of claim 1 , wherein said metering assembly is removable from said housing by hand claim 1 , without the need for tools.3. The metering device of claim 1 , wherein each of said first metering wheel and said second metering wheel is formed with flutes on its exterior surface claim 1 , wherein the flutes of said first metering wheel are larger than the flutes of said second metering wheel.4. The metering device claim 1 , wherein when said sub-shaft includes an elongated keyway formed along its exterior surface claim 1 , wherein each of said first metering ...

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Номер записи: 83
25-02-2021 дата публикации

FLOW TENT FOR AN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT BIN

Номер: US20210051845A1
Автор: Hubalek Verne A., Potuzak Alex, Spaeny Larry C., Swan Michael Dean
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An implement for dispensing agricultural product. The implement comprises a bin for holding agricultural product, with the bin including a plurality of product openings for dispensing agricultural product from the bin. The implement additionally includes a plurality of metering devices secured to a bottom of the bin and configured to receive agricultural product from the bin through the product openings. The implement further includes a plurality of flow tents positioned within the bin. Each flow tent is positioned between a pair of the product openings. The flow tents extend upward from an interior side of the bottom of the bin so as to guide agricultural product towards the product openings. 1. An implement for dispensing agricultural product , wherein said implement comprises:a bin for holding agricultural product, wherein said bin includes a plurality of product openings for dispensing agricultural product from said bin;a plurality of metering devices secured to a bottom of said bin and configured to receive agricultural product from said bin through the product openings; anda plurality of flow tents positioned within said bin, with each flow tent being positioned between a pair of the product openings, wherein said flow tents extend upward from an interior side of the bottom of said bin so as to guide agricultural product towards the product openings.2. The implement of claim 1 , wherein said flow tents are plastically deformable.3. The implement of claim 2 , wherein said flow tents are formed from plastic.4. The implement of claim 1 , wherein said flow tents have a generally diamond shape.5. The implement of claim 4 , wherein each of said flow tents is bent along a centerline claim 4 , such that said flow tent forms a pair of sides that slope downward from the centerline.6. The implement of claim 1 , wherein said flow tents are configured to be securely engaged with and removed from said bin by hand claim 1 , without the need for tools.7. The implement of ...

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Номер записи: 84
13-02-2020 дата публикации

ACTIVE FLOW TUNING OF SECONDARY HEADER

Номер: US20200045876A1
Автор: Noble Scott D.
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada, Ltd.

A pneumatic distribution system for an agricultural implement, including a plurality of fluid lines including a primary fluid line and at least two secondary fluid lines, and at least one header fluidly coupling the primary fluid line with the at least two secondary fluid lines. The at least one header includes a header body having a fluid inlet fluidly coupled to the primary fluid line and at least two fluid outlets fluidly coupled to the at least two secondary fluid lines, a top cover connected to the header body, an insert located beneath the top cover and associated with the fluid passageway, and at least one actuator operably coupled with the insert and configured for moving the insert to control the airstream. 1. A pneumatic distribution system for an agricultural implement , comprising:a plurality of fluid lines including a primary fluid line and at least two secondary fluid lines; and a header body having a fluid inlet fluidly coupled to the primary fluid line and at least two fluid outlets fluidly coupled to the at least two secondary fluid lines, and the header body defining a fluid passageway for allowing an airstream to flow therethrough;', 'a top cover connected to the header body;', 'an insert located beneath the top cover and associated with the fluid passageway; and', 'at least one actuator operably coupled with the insert and configured for moving the insert to control the airstream., 'at least one header fluidly coupling the primary fluid line with the at least two secondary fluid lines, and including2. The pneumatic distribution system of claim 1 , wherein the insert is in the form of a flexible insert that is rigidly connected to the header body claim 1 , the at least one header further includes a rod interconnected in between the at least one actuator and the flexible insert claim 1 , and the at least one actuator adjusts at least one of an angle and a position of the rod such that the flexible insert deforms to be in one of a neutral position ...

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Номер записи: 85
13-02-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND VEHICLE FOR APPLYING AN AGROCHEMICAL MIXTURE TO A WORKING AREA OF A FIELD

Номер: US20200045878A1
Автор: Pasda Gregor, SCHMID Markus, ZERULLA Wolfram
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The present invention relates to methods and vehicles for separately applying a solid fertilizer and a liquid fertilizer additive to a working area of a field. 1. A method for applying an agrochemical mixture to a working area of a field using a vehicle moving on the field , the method comprising:spreading a solid fertilizer on the working area using a solid fertilizer spreading device mounted on the vehicle; andseparately spraying a liquid fertilizer additive on the working area using a field sprayer, mounted on the vehicle separately from the solid fertilizer spreading device,wherein the liquid fertilizer additive is prevented from coming into contact with surfaces of the solid fertilizer spreading device, which also come into contact with the solid fertilizer; andwherein the solid fertilizer spreading device is arranged at a rear of the vehicle in a direction of travel and the field sprayer is arranged at a front of the vehicle in the direction of travel.2. The method of wherein the liquid fertilizer additive and the solid fertilizer are applied to the working area of the field within a time interval of no more than 5 minutes.3. The method of wherein the solid fertilizer is a nitrogen containing solid fertilizer and the liquid fertilizer additive comprises a nitrification inhibitor claim 1 , a urease inhibitor claim 1 , a denitrification inhibitor claim 1 , or a combination thereof claim 1 , wherein the method further comprises:detecting electromagnetic radiation emitted from plants on the working area of the field;analyzing said detected electromagnetic radiation to obtain a nitrogen status value for each segment of the field;calculating a ratio of liquid fertilizer additive to solid fertilizer is for each segment of the field as a function of the obtained nitrogen status value for the respective segment; andapplying the calculated ratio of liquid fertilizer additive to solid fertilizer to each segment of the field.4. The method of further comprising:measuring a ...

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Номер записи: 86
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Wheel assembly for an adjustable planter bar system

Номер: US20170049041A1
Автор: Dusko BRUER, Timothy J. Manning
Принадлежит: American Made Equipment Inc (dba A-M-Eco)

A wheel assembly for a multi-row planter comprises a wheel, a connection assembly, and a piston assembly. The connection assembly has a mounting surface adapted to engage a mounting bracket for mounting to a planter bar. The a piston assembly is adapted to permit movement of the wheel assembly between a first folded position and a second extended position. The wheel assembly is slidably coupled to the planter bar such that it may be slidably positioned at any point along the full lateral length of the planter bar.

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Номер записи: 87
23-02-2017 дата публикации

POWERED HAND-HELD SPREADER

Номер: US20170049042A1
Автор: Berger Ryan R., Cicenas Chris W., HAVLOVITZ Paul M., Hertrich Johannes, Hsu Paul E., Wisniewski Daniel F.
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A powered hand-held spreader device is disclosed that has a handle that allows a user to grip and hold the device with one hand. The spreader includes an adjustable shutter, controlled by a rotary dial, to allow for distribution of a range of different granular products that require different flow rates for distribution. The granular product is contained in a hopper. The product can be distributed over various types of terrain, including, but not limited to, lawns, gardens, and paths. The spreader is driven by an electric motor actuated by a trigger. A spinning rotor plate distributes the granular product fed from the hopper. A trigger lock is optionally available to lock the trigger in the “on” position during use and to prevent actuation when the trigger is in the “off” position. An adjustable side deflector optionally can be used to control the distribution pattern of the granular product. 1. A portable device suitable for spreading granular product , comprising: a hopper, comprising an open upper portion and an internal volume configured to contain an amount of granular product for spreading over terrain or other surfaces, and further comprising an outlet located at a bottom portion of the hopper;', 'a handle integral to the spreader body;', 'a motor disposed in a lower portion of the spreader body, below the hopper;', 'a gear train driven by the motor;', 'a rotor plate for spreading the granular product located below the outlet and driven by the gear train through a first shaft;', 'an agitator mounted in the hopper, proximate the outlet, and driven by the gear train through a second shaft;', 'a trigger, mounted in the handle, that is movable between a first position in which the motor is off and a second position in which the motor is actuated, the trigger configured to default to the first position, the trigger being operably coupled to a trigger mechanism;', 'a rotary dial, coupled to a forward portion of the spreader body below the handle, the rotary dial ...

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Номер записи: 88
22-02-2018 дата публикации

SEEDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180049366A1
Автор: FRASIER MICHAEL E., McCartney Scott C.
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A seed metering system includes a volumetric meter and a plurality of row units. Each and every one of the plurality of row units includes a singulating meter, a bypass conduit, and an outlet that is common to and downstream of the singulating meter and the bypass conduit. The seed metering system further includes a dispersion unit including an inlet and a plurality of outlets and operable to disperse the plurality of seeds from the volumetric meter to the plurality of row units. The seed metering system is operable in a first mode of operation in which the volumetric meter communicates with each singulating meter via the dispersion unit to singulate the plurality of seeds. The seed metering system is operable in a second mode of operation in which the volumetric meter communicates with each bypass conduit via the dispersion unit such that the plurality of seeds are not singulated. 1. A seed metering system for selectively metering a plurality of seeds , the seed metering system comprising:a volumetric meter; a singulating meter in selective communication with the volumetric meter,', 'a bypass conduit in selective communication with the volumetric meter, and', 'an outlet that is common to and downstream of the singulating meter and the bypass conduit; and, 'a plurality of row units, wherein each and every one of the plurality of row units comprises'}a dispersion unit including an inlet and a plurality of outlets and operable to disperse the plurality of seeds from the volumetric meter to the plurality of row units,wherein the seed metering system is operable in a first mode of operation in which the volumetric meter communicates with each singulating meter via the dispersion unit to singulate the plurality of seeds, andwherein the seed metering system is operable in a second mode of operation in which the volumetric meter communicates with each bypass conduit via the dispersion unit such that the plurality of seeds is not singulated.2. The seed metering system of ...

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Номер записи: 89
15-05-2014 дата публикации

AIR CART METERING SYSTEM

Номер: US20140130724A1
Автор: Friggstad Terrance Alan
Принадлежит: CNH Canada, Ltd.

An agricultural cart including a product metering system comprising an auger assembly extending generally along an axis non-parallel to a horizontal plane and non-perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and a holding chamber disposed at an upstream end of the auger assembly and configured to reduce pulsations within a flow of agricultural product from the auger assembly. The agricultural cart also includes an air source coupled to the product metering system and configured to transfer the agricultural product to an agricultural implement via an airflow. 1. An agricultural cart , comprising:a storage tank configured to store agricultural product;a product metering system coupled to the storage tank and configured to distribute the agricultural product in metered quantities, wherein the product metering system comprises a plurality of auger assemblies, and each auger assembly is configured to operate at a different turn rate; andan air source coupled to the product metering system and configured to transfer the agricultural product to an agricultural implement via an airflow.2. The agricultural cart of claim 1 , wherein each auger assembly is configured to transfer the agricultural product to a respective primary line claim 1 , and each primary line is configured to transfer the agricultural product to a plurality of secondary lines extending to respective row units within the agricultural implement.3. The agricultural cart of claim 2 , wherein the turn rate of each auger assembly is based at least in part on a number of secondary lines coupled to the respective primary line.4. The agricultural cart of claim 1 , wherein each auger assembly comprises a motor configured to drive the auger assembly to rotate claim 1 , and the product metering system comprises a controller communicatively coupled to each motor and configured to independently control the turn rate of each auger assembly.5. The agricultural cart of claim 4 , wherein the controller is configured to start and ...

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Номер записи: 90
15-05-2014 дата публикации

Aircart With Integrated Fertilizer Blending

Номер: US20140131485A1
Автор: Kowalchuk Trevor
Принадлежит: CNH Canada, Ltd.

A method and system for controlling an air cart to deliver custom blends of fertilizer to a field is disclosed. A farmer purchases base nutrients which are mixed together during delivery to the field. An air cart having multiple compartments is selected according to the number of base nutrients and/or seed to be delivered. Metering units associated with each compartment control the rate at which product is delivered. An operator defines a desired blend of fertilizer and identifies each of the base nutrients loaded into the air cart. The controller generates control signals output to each metering unit to control the rate at which product is delivered according to the desired blend of fertilizer. Thus, a farmer may purchase and store base nutrients rather than various blends of fertilizer and create multiple customized blends as needed according to the area and the type of seed to be planted. 1. A method of distributing a custom blend of fertilizer to a field from an air cart using a controller in a tow vehicle , wherein the air cart has a plurality of compartments configured to hold a product for distribution to the field and wherein the controller includes a memory device , a display , and a user interface , the method comprising the steps of:providing a first configuration screen on the display to prompt an operator to provide identification of the product contained in each of the plurality of compartments;receiving from the operator identification of the product contained in each of the plurality of compartments via the user interface;storing the identification of each product in the memory device;providing a second configuration screen on the display to prompt the operator to identify a desired ratio of each of the products to be applied to the field, wherein the desired ratio of each of the products defines the custom blend of fertilizer;receiving from the operator the desired ratio of each of the products via the user interface;storing the desired ratio of ...

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Номер записи: 91
01-03-2018 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL AIR CART BLOWER FAN ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20180054956A1
Автор: Henry James W.
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada, Ltd.

An agricultural implement comprising a chassis, a plurality of wheels coupled to the chassis, and a pneumatic distribution system coupled to the chassis, the pneumatic distribution system including at least one tank capable of storing and releasing agricultural product; a metering arrangement including conduit capable of transporting the agricultural product; and a blower fan arrangement configured to transport the agricultural product, the blower fan arrangement including a first blower fan and a second blower fan, each blower fan having an air inlet and an air outlet, and a transition section fluidly coupling the air outlet of the first blower fan with the air inlet of the second blower fan. 1. An agricultural implement , comprising:a chassis;a plurality of wheels coupled to the chassis; and at least one tank capable of storing and releasing agricultural product;', 'a metering arrangement including conduit capable of transporting the agricultural product; and', 'a blower fan arrangement configured to transport the agricultural product, the blower fan arrangement including a first blower fan and a second blower fan, each blower fan having an air inlet and an air outlet, and a transition section fluidly coupling the air outlet of the first blower fan with the air inlet of the second blower fan., 'a pneumatic distribution system coupled to the chassis, the pneumatic distribution system including2. The agricultural implement of claim 1 , wherein the transition section includes an inlet end and an outlet end claim 1 , and is generally pyramid-shaped with a truncated inlet end smaller than the outlet end.3. The agricultural implement of claim 2 , wherein the transition section has a generally square-shaped cross-section of the outlet end.4. The agricultural implement of claim 2 , wherein the transition section has a generally rectangular-shaped cross-section of the inlet end.5. The agricultural implement of claim 1 , wherein the pneumatic distribution system is operated ...

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Номер записи: 92
01-03-2018 дата публикации

EQUALIZING AIR PRESSURE ON AIR SEEDERS

Номер: US20180054957A1
Автор: Gervais Joel, Henry James W., Hui Ka Po Catherine, Paluck Kenneth D.
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada, Ltd.

An agricultural air seeding system, comprising: an agricultural planting implement including at least one section at least one secondary header removably attached to the at least one section, at least one attachment bar attached to the at least one section, and a plurality of application tools removably attached to the at least one attachment bar and fluidly coupled to the at least one secondary header; an agricultural air cart coupled to the agricultural planting implement; and a pneumatic distribution system fluidly coupled to the agricultural planting implement and the agricultural air cart, the pneumatic distribution system including a plurality of conduits capable of transporting agricultural product, at least one of the plurality of conduits including at least one flow obstruction such that a substantially equal air pressure is delivered to the plurality of application tools. 1. An agricultural air seeding system , comprising: at least one section;', 'at least one secondary header removably attached to the at least one section;', 'at least one attachment bar attached to the at least one section; and', 'a plurality of application tools removably attached to the at least one attachment bar and fluidly coupled to the at least one secondary header;, 'an agricultural planting implement, includingan agricultural air cart coupled to the agricultural planting implement; anda pneumatic distribution system fluidly coupled to the agricultural planting implement and the agricultural air cart, the pneumatic distribution system including a plurality of conduits capable of transporting agricultural product, at least one of the plurality of conduits including at least one flow obstruction such that a substantially equal air pressure is delivered to the plurality of application tools.2. The agricultural air seeding system of claim 1 , wherein each of the at least one flow obstructions includes a curved section in a corresponding one of the plurality of conduits claim 1 , each ...

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Номер записи: 93
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Agricultural row unit systems, methods, and apparatus

Номер: US20180054958A1
Автор: Ian RADTKE, Jeremy HODEL, Kent LEVY
Принадлежит: PRECISION PLANTING LLC

A row unit for an agricultural planter having features for releasably operably coupling a seed meter of the row unit to a seed deposition apparatus of the row unit such as a seed conveyor, seed tube or the like. Apparatus are provided for tipping a seed meter of the hopper for disengagement from the seed deposition apparatus. Apparatus are provided for biasing the seed deposition apparatus into operative engagement with the seed meter. The row unit includes features such as latches for releasably operably coupling the row unit to crop input and vacuum supply lines. Apparatus are provided for tipping a seed meter of the hopper for disengagement from the crop input and vacuum supply lines. Systems are provided for supplying vacuum and crop inputs to the seed meter via the releasably engageable apparatus.

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Номер записи: 94
04-03-2021 дата публикации

PARTICLE DELIVERY ASSEMBLY OF AN AGRICULTURAL ROW UNIT

Номер: US20210059109A1
Автор: Anderson Brian John, Dinnon Patrick, Elwing Brent David, Johnson Chad Michael, Macdonald Grant Thomas
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A particle delivery assembly of an agricultural row unit includes a particle tube configured to receive a particle and to deliver the particle toward a trench in soil. The particle tube includes a first body portion, a second body portion, and a hinge coupled to the first body portion and to the second body portion. The hinge is configured to enable the first body portion and the second body portion to pivot relative to one another between an open position of the particle tube and a closed position of the particle tube. 1. A particle delivery assembly of an agricultural row unit , comprising: a first body portion;', 'a second body portion; and', 'a hinge coupled to the first body portion and to the second body portion, wherein the hinge is configured to enable the first body portion and the second body portion to pivot relative to one another between an open position of the particle tube and a closed position of the particle tube., 'a particle tube configured to receive a particle and to deliver the particle toward a trench in soil, wherein the particle tube comprises2. The particle delivery assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first body portion comprises at least one connecting feature extending from a first end of the first body portion claim 1 , and the second body portion comprises at least one corresponding connecting feature extending from a first end of the second body portion.3. The particle delivery assembly of claim 2 , wherein the at least one connecting feature of the first body portion is configured to interface with the at least one corresponding connecting feature of the second body portion to secure the first end of the first body portion to the first end of the second body portion in the closed position of the particle tube.4. The particle delivery assembly of claim 2 , wherein a second end of the first body portion claim 2 , disposed opposite the first end of the first body portion claim 2 , is coupled to the hinge claim 2 , and a second end of the ...

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Номер записи: 95
02-03-2017 дата публикации

METERING SYSTEM FOR AN AGRICULTURAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20170055436A1
Автор: Chahley Dennis W., Thompson Dennis George
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A metering system for an agricultural vehicle includes a meter roller oriented substantially parallel to a direction of travel of the agricultural vehicle. The meter roller includes multiple protrusions, and each protrusion is configured to drive agricultural product downwardly in response to rotation of the meter roller. The metering system also includes a drive shaft configured to be driven in rotation. In addition, the metering system includes a gear assembly having an input coupled to the drive shaft and an output configured to drive the meter roller to rotate. A first rotational axis of the input is substantially perpendicular to a second rotational axis of the output. 1. A metering system for an agricultural vehicle , comprising:a first meter roller oriented substantially parallel to a direction of travel of the agricultural vehicle, wherein the first meter roller comprises a first plurality of protrusions, and each protrusion of the first plurality of protrusions is configured to drive agricultural product downwardly in response to rotation of the first meter roller;a drive shaft configured to be driven in rotation; anda first gear assembly comprising a first input coupled to the drive shaft and a first output configured to drive the first meter roller to rotate, wherein a first rotational axis of the first input is substantially perpendicular to a second rotational axis of the first output.2. The metering system of claim 1 , comprising:a second meter roller oriented substantially parallel to the direction of travel of the agricultural vehicle, wherein the second meter roller comprises a second plurality of protrusions, and each protrusion of the second plurality of protrusions is configured to drive the agricultural product downwardly in response to rotation of the second meter roller; anda second gear assembly comprising a second input coupled to the drive shaft and a second output configured to drive the second meter roller to rotate, wherein a third ...

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Номер записи: 96
20-02-2020 дата публикации

Seeding system

Номер: US20200053955A1
Автор: Elijah B. Garner, Michael E. Frasier, Robert T. Casper, Scott C. McCartney, Stanley R. Borkgren, Terry L. Snipes, William D. Graham
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A product on demand nozzle assembly includes a chamber at least partially defined by an external wall and an array of vertically spaced nozzles. Each nozzle has an air inlet, an air and entrained product outlet extending from the external wall, and an entrainment zone between the air inlet and the air and entrained product outlet to receive a product therein to be distributed.

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Номер записи: 97
21-02-2019 дата публикации

Drive system for an agricultural product distribution system

Номер: US20190055950A1
Автор: Dennis George Thompson, Ka Po Catherine Hui, Syed Fazal Abbas
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada Ltd

An agricultural product distribution system includes a fan configured to provide an air flow that fluidizes and transports particulate material throughout the agricultural product distribution system. The fan includes an impeller, an inlet position on a first axial side of the fan, and an outlet position on a peripheral side of the fan. The agricultural product distribution system includes a power transfer shaft having a first end non-rotatably coupled to the impeller, wherein the power transfer shaft extends through the inlet of the fan.

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Номер записи: 98
28-02-2019 дата публикации

Fertilizer Cage Apparatus

Номер: US20190059210A1
Автор: Allen David M.
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A fertilizer cage apparatus comprising an elongated body that has an upper end and a lower end, an outer surface and an inner surface, the inner surface defining an elongated channel. The elongated body further comprises a spike portion and a central portion. The spike portion is at the lower end, and a broadening region adjacent the spike portion. The central portion has a base wall and at least one axially outward wall projection. At least one of the base wall and the at least one axially outward wall having at least one opening. The base wall defines a central portion of the inner elongated channel with the axially outward wall projection defining a longitudinal channel of the inner elongated channel. The fertilizer cage receives a fertilizer spike within the central portion. A method of use is also disclosed. 1. A fertilizer cage apparatus comprising: a spike portion at the lower end, and a broadening region adjacent the spike portion;', 'a central portion having a base wall and at least one axially outward wall projection, at least one of the base wall and the at least one axially outward wall having at least one opening, the base wall defining a central portion of the inner elongated channel with the axially outward wall projection defining a longitudinal channel of the inner elongated channel,, 'an elongated body having an upper end and a lower end, an outer surface and an inner surface, the inner surface defining an elongated channel, the elongated body further comprisingwherein the fertilizer cage is configured to receive a fertilizer spike within the central portion, and wherein the fertilizer cage is structurally configured to be inserted into an outside surface.2. The fertilizer cage apparatus of wherein the base wall of the central portion defines a generally circular configuration.3. The fertilizer cage apparatus of wherein the base wall has a diameter which is smaller than a diameter of the broadening region.4. The fertilizer cage apparatus of wherein ...

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Номер записи: 99
17-03-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR DELIVERING SOLID PARTICLES ON DEMAND, INTENDED FOR AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY

Номер: US20220078967A1
Автор: CRUCIANELLI GUSTAVO
Принадлежит: TALLERES METALURGICOS CRUCIANELLI S.A.

Device for delivering solid particles on demand, intended for agricultural machine, wherein the delivery on demand of solid particles to a receiving device is regulated, particularly in the field of technology for transporting solid granulated materials by means of an air stream, without being exclusive, in agricultural machinery when an air stream is used to transport seeds or fertilizer granules from at least one central hopper to the dosing/metering equipment located on the sowing unit, and including a source of pressurized air, a distributor of solid particles “S”, a hopper whose bottom feeds solid particles “S” to the distributor and a plate permeable to the passage of air and on which said particles “S” settle. 1- A device for delivering solid particles on demand of the type of agricultural machine comprising:a source of pressurized air creating an air stream, which enters a distributor of solid particles, said distributor being comprised by an envelope defined by side walls, a bottom and a dome, with a front end through which the air stream from the source of pressurized penetrates and a rear end wall from which at least one of n the air outlet for the transport of the solid particles is formed;at least one main hopper comprising a bottom, wherein the bottom feeds a mass of said solid particles to said distributor of solid particles, which has a plate permeable to the passage of air and on which said solid particles settle and are subjected to at least part of said air stream from the distributor, particles that are sent by said air stream downstream of said distributor to at least one hose linked to said at least an air outlet from the distributor itself;an interior of said distributor, adjacent to the end opposite that of the air inlet, has an upper channel and a lower channel, both open towards an upstream end of the distributor, one being vertically superimposed on the other and separated from each other, wherein the upper channel is defined between two ...

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Номер записи: 100