公开(公告)号：US20130192187A1

公开(公告)日：2013-08-01

申请号：US13363557

申请日：2012-02-01

Applicant: R. Stewart Boyd, III ,  Andrew V. Lauwers

Inventor： R. Stewart Boyd, III ,  Andrew V. Lauwers

IPC: A01D41/16 ,  A01D41/06 ,  A01D41/02

CPC classification number: A01D41/16 ,  A01D75/28

Abstract: A pivotably adjustable attachment apparatus for an agricultural vehicle includes an attachment connected to a mounting structure. The mounting structure is operatively connected to an adapter assembly in communication with a feed device for moving a crop from the attachment to a feed device for further processing of the crop. A frame supports the feed device over an uneven surface. An apparatus is positioned between the mounting structure and the adapter assembly. The apparatus provides a substantially non-sliding contact between the mounting structure and the adapter assembly in response to the mounting structure being directed to a pivotable movement with respect to the mounting structure, thereby providing a pivotable movement of the attachment in response to encountering the uneven surface.

Abstract translation: 用于农用车辆的可枢转地调节的附接装置包括连接到安装结构的附件。 安装结构可操作地连接到与进给装置连通的适配器组件，用于将作物从附件移动到进给装置，以进一步处理作物。 框架支撑不平坦表面上的进给装置。 设备位于安装结构和适配器组件之间。 该装置在安装结构和适配器组件之间提供基本上非滑动的接触，以响应于安装结构相对于安装结构的枢转运动，从而提供附件响应于不平衡的枢转运动 表面。

公开(公告)号：US08092286B2

公开(公告)日：2012-01-10

申请号：US12154604

申请日：2008-05-23

Applicant: Herbert M. Farley ,  Jason M. Benes ,  Nathan E. Isaac ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Jonathan E. Ricketts ,  Bradley J. Wagner

Inventor： Herbert M. Farley ,  Jason M. Benes ,  Nathan E. Isaac ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Jonathan E. Ricketts ,  Bradley J. Wagner

IPC: A01F12/40

CPC classification number: A01F12/40 ,  Y10T29/49233 ,  Y10T29/49895 ,  Y10T29/49902 ,  Y10T29/53961 ,  Y10T29/53974

Abstract: A concave pan portion of an integral chopper assembly that includes a concave pan shell portion with a separate grate portion that may be easily installed into and removed from an intermediate opening in such concave pan portion for replacement in the event of undesirable wear thereto, and a separate interruption plate installable downstream from the slots in the grate portion for the purpose of effecting a lower mean length of chop (LOC) as the integral chopper assembly operates. The separate grate portion is configured to be installable to fill the intermediate opening in the concave pan shell portion, with a plurality of slots therethrough positioned side by side in the crossways direction to accommodate knife elements that are part of the counter knife assembly.

Abstract translation: 整体式斩波器组件的凹盘部分包括具有单独的格栅部分的凹盘壳部分，其可以容易地安装在这种凹盘部分中的中间开口中并从其中移除以在其不期望的磨损的情况下更换，以及 分离的中断板可安装在炉排部分中的槽的下游，以实现整体式斩波器组件操作时较低的平均斩波长度（LOC）。 单独的格栅部分被构造成可安装以填充凹盘壳部分中的中间开口，其中多个狭槽在横向方向上并排布置，以容纳作为对刀组件的一部分的刀元件。

公开(公告)号：US07988080B2

公开(公告)日：2011-08-02

申请号：US12154479

申请日：2008-05-23

Applicant: Jason M. Benes ,  Wayne T. Flickinger ,  Andrew V. Lauwers

Inventor： Jason M. Benes ,  Wayne T. Flickinger ,  Andrew V. Lauwers

IPC: B02C13/00 ,  B02C17/02

CPC classification number: A01F12/40 ,  Y10T29/49233 ,  Y10T29/49895 ,  Y10T29/49902 ,  Y10T29/53961 ,  Y10T29/53974

Abstract: A rotary chopper element for an integral chopper assembly of a combine harvester, which rotary chopper element includes a cylindrical rotary member having a plurality of ring portions axially aligned in an ordered side-by-side arrangement along the longitudinal axis of the rotary member, with each ring portion having disposed annularly therearound a plurality of mounting lugs, each of which mounting lugs is designed to support or to have affixed thereto at least one knife blade. The mounting lugs on each succeeding ring portion are rotated or offset radially from the lugs of the preceding ring by a predefined amount and the knife blades are attached to the mounting lugs to form mounted assemblies that have beveled leading edges that extend substantially continuously from adjacent to the outer surface of the rotary member to the tips of the knife blades. The knife blades of such mounted assemblies define a plurality of spaced helical arrays that extend along and wrap around the rotary member. The rotary chopper element is configured to be mountable generally parallel to the grate portion of a counter knife assembly of the integral chopper assembly to define a material flow path between the grate portion and the rotary member and to be operable to transport crop residue past the integral chopper assembly.

Abstract translation: 一种用于联合收割机的整体斩波器组件的旋转斩波器元件，该旋转斩波元件包括圆柱形旋转元件，该圆柱形旋转元件具有多个沿着旋转元件的纵向轴线对齐排列的环形部分， 每个环部分环形地设置有多个安装凸耳，每个安装凸耳的每个安装凸耳设计成支撑或固定至少一个刀片。 每个后续环形部分上的安装凸耳从前一个环的凸耳径向旋转或偏移预定量，并且刀片附接到安装凸耳，以形成安装的组件，其具有从相邻的 旋转构件的外表面到刀片的尖端。 这种安装的组件的刀片限定了多个间隔开的螺旋阵列，其沿着旋转构件延伸并包绕在旋转构件周围。 旋转斩波元件被构造成可大致平行于整体斩波器组件的反向刀组件的格栅部分安装，以限定格栅部分和旋转部件之间的材料流动路径，并且可操作以将作物残余物传送通过积分 砍刀装配。

公开(公告)号：US20080293462A1

公开(公告)日：2008-11-27

申请号：US12154604

申请日：2008-05-23

Applicant: Herbert M. Farley ,  Jason M. Benes ,  Nathan E. Isaac ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Jonathan E. Ricketts ,  Bradley J. Wagner

Inventor： Herbert M. Farley ,  Jason M. Benes ,  Nathan E. Isaac ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Jonathan E. Ricketts ,  Bradley J. Wagner

IPC: A01F12/40

CPC classification number: A01F12/40 ,  Y10T29/49233 ,  Y10T29/49895 ,  Y10T29/49902 ,  Y10T29/53961 ,  Y10T29/53974

Abstract: A concave pan portion of an integral chopper assembly that includes a concave pan shell portion with a separate grate portion that may be easily installed into and removed from an intermediate opening in such concave pan portion for replacement in the event of undesirable wear thereto, and a separate interruption plate installable downstream from the slots in the grate portion for the purpose of effecting a lower mean length of chop (LOC) as the integral chopper assembly operates. The separate grate portion is configured to be installable to fill the intermediate opening in the concave pan shell portion, with a plurality of slots therethrough positioned side-by-side in the crossways direction to accommodate knife elements that are part of the counter knife assembly. Preferably, such separate grate portion may be crossways adjustable to some degree within the intermediate opening. The interruption plate is configured to extend generally crossways across the concave pan portion, downstream from the slots of the grate portion to project upwardly into and across the passageway between the rotary chopper element and the concave pan portion so as to interrupt the flow of residue past the integral chopper assembly to permit the residue to be chopped into shorter pieces, resulting in a lower mean length of chop (LOC) as the integral chopper assembly operates.

Abstract translation: 整体式斩波器组件的凹盘部分包括具有单独的格栅部分的凹盘壳部分，其可以容易地安装在这种凹盘部分中的中间开口中并从其中移除以在其不期望的磨损的情况下更换，以及 分离的中断板可安装在炉排部分中的槽的下游，以实现整体式斩波器组件操作时较低的平均斩波长度（LOC）。 单独的格栅部分被构造成可安装以填充凹盘壳部分中的中间开口，多个狭槽在横向方向上并排布置，以容纳作为对刀组件的一部分的刀元件。 优选地，这种分离的格栅部分可以在中间开口内在一定程度上可调节。 中断板被构造成跨越凹盘部分大致横穿，从格栅部分的槽的下游向上突出并且跨越旋转斩波元件和凹盘部分之间的通道，以便中断残留物流过 整体式斩波器组件允许残渣被切成较短的块，导致整体式斩波器组件工作时的平均切割长度（LOC）较小。

公开(公告)号：US20080290198A1

公开(公告)日：2008-11-27

申请号：US12154587

申请日：2008-05-23

Applicant: Jason M. Benes ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Nathan E. Isaac ,  Herbert M. Farley ,  Bradley J. Wagner ,  Jonathan E. Ricketts ,  Kevin W. Ward

Inventor： Jason M. Benes ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Nathan E. Isaac ,  Herbert M. Farley ,  Bradley J. Wagner ,  Jonathan E. Ricketts ,  Kevin W. Ward

IPC: B02C18/14 ,  B02C13/00

CPC classification number: A01F12/40 ,  Y10T29/49233 ,  Y10T29/49895 ,  Y10T29/49902 ,  Y10T29/53961 ,  Y10T29/53974

Abstract: An improved knife bank assembly of a counter knife assembly of an integral chopper assembly of a combine harvester that includes an elongated bracket member that extends between opposed knife bank end plates and has a plurality of spaced retainment mounts securable therealong, with at least one, and preferably two, knife blades being removably connectable to each retainment mount in a side-by-side arrangement. The bracket member is preferably mounted to a shaft member that extends between concave pan side plates to be slidable along such shaft member to permit adjustable positioning of the knife bank assembly and the knife elements thereof relative to the slots of the grate portion, and the retainment mounts are preferably removably securable to the bracket member. The knife elements are removably connectable to the retainment mounts at first and second space mounting points, preferably in such a way that the knife elements are maintained in an extended position by application of a biasing force at the second mounting point but are rotatable about the first mounting point to a displaced or relaxed position if a sufficient force is applied to the leading edge of the knife element to overcome the biasing force.

Abstract translation: 一种联合收割机的整体斩波器组件的反铲组件的改进的刀库组件，其包括细长的支架构件，该细长支架构件在相对的刀库端板之间延伸并且具有多个间隔开的保持支架，其具有至少一个和 优选地，两个刀片可并排地可拆卸地连接到每个保持架上。 托架构件优选地安装在轴构件上，所述轴构件在凹盘侧板之间延伸以能够沿着该轴构件滑动，以允许刀库组件及其刀元件相对于格栅部分的槽的可调定位，并且保持件 安装件优选地可拆卸地固定到支架构件上。 刀元件可拆卸地连接到第一和第二空间安装点处的保持架，优选地以这样的方式，即刀元件通过在第二安装点处施加偏压力而保持在延伸位置，但是可以围绕第一 如果足够的力施加到刀元件的前缘以克服偏压力，则安装点到位移或松弛位置。

公开(公告)号：US08499927B2

公开(公告)日：2013-08-06

申请号：US13329415

申请日：2011-12-19

Applicant: Herbert M. Farley ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Robert Stewart Boyd

Inventor： Herbert M. Farley ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Robert Stewart Boyd

IPC: F16G13/06

CPC classification number: F16G13/06 ,  F16B41/005

Abstract: A pin assembly for a chain of a material moving system includes a pin having a first end and a second end, the first end having a threaded portion extending to a guide region having a reduced cross-section compared to the threaded portion, the threaded portion being at least partially modified during fabrication of the pin, the guide region extending to a transition region of increasing cross-section with respect to the guide region from the first end toward the second end, the transition region terminating at a shoulder. A fastener is configured to engage the threaded portion during construction of the chain. During construction of the chain, the pin and the fastener form a compression fit therebetween in response to a predetermined torque applied to the fastener, damaging at least a segment of the fastener, substantially limiting reuse of the fastener after the fastener has been disassembled from the pin.

Abstract translation: 用于材料移动系统链的销组件包括具有第一端和第二端的销，所述第一端具有延伸到与所述螺纹部相比具有减小的横截面的引导区域的螺纹部分，所述螺纹部分 在所述销的制造期间至少部分地被修改，所述引导区域延伸到相对于所述引导区域从所述第一端朝向所述第二端的横截面增大的过渡区域，所述过渡区域终止于肩部。 紧固件构造成在链的构造期间接合螺纹部分。 在链条的构造期间，销和紧固件在其间响应于施加到紧固件的预定扭矩而形成压缩配合，损坏紧固件的至少一个部分，基本上限制紧固件在从紧固件拆卸之后的重新使用 销。

公开(公告)号：US20120048687A1

公开(公告)日：2012-03-01

申请号：US12872446

申请日：2010-08-31

Applicant: Robert Stewart Boyd ,  Andrew V. Lauwers

Inventor： Robert Stewart Boyd ,  Andrew V. Lauwers

IPC: B65G23/26

CPC classification number: A01D75/18 ,  A01D75/182

Abstract: A conveyor drive shaft for use in agricultural combines including an integral torque limiting device is disclosed herein. More particularly, a co-axial integrated torque limiter, such as an radial pin clutch, is provided in such a conveyor drive shaft to minimize additional space claim required to protect the conveyor drive shaft, and attached components from damage in the event of an unexpected jam or other stoppage. A conveyor system employing such an integrated conveyor drive shaft and a combine employing such a conveyor system are also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了一种用于农业组合件的输送机驱动轴，包括一体的转矩限制装置。 更具体地，在这种输送机驱动轴中提供了诸如径向销离合器的同轴一体式转矩限制器，以最小化保护输送机驱动轴所需的额外空间声称，并且在发生意外的情况下附接部件免受损坏 堵塞或其他停机。 还公开了采用这种一体式输送机驱动轴的输送机系统和采用这种输送机系统的组合。

公开(公告)号：US08113315B2

公开(公告)日：2012-02-14

申请号：US12082932

申请日：2008-04-15

Applicant: Herbert M. Farley ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Marion D Mencer, III

Inventor： Herbert M. Farley ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Marion D Mencer, III

IPC: E06C5/00

CPC classification number: E06C7/04 ,  E06C5/20 ,  Y10T16/4567

Abstract: A ladder assembly for accessing an elevated platform of a work machine such as an agricultural combine includes an upper ladder portion connected to an upstanding handrail of the elevated platform for upward and downward movement, and a combination lower ladder portion and handle assembly carried on the lower end of the upper ladder portion and pivotable between a stowed position generally vertically coextensive with at least a portion of the upper ladder portion, and a deployed position extending downwardly. A latch mechanism holds the lower ladder portion in the stowed position. The handle is positioned for use to move the ladder down and up, is manipulable to release the latch, and pivots out of the way when the ladder is deployed. The lower ladder portion can also carry a trim panel which covers a portion of the ladder when stowed.

Abstract translation: 用于接近农业联合作业机械的升降平台的梯子组件包括连接到升高的平台的直立扶手用于上下运动的上梯部分，以及下部梯子部分和手柄组件 上梯部分的端部和可在大体上垂直共同延伸与上梯部分的至少一部分之间的收起位置和向下延伸的展开位置之间枢转。 闩锁机构将下梯部分保持在收起位置。 手柄定位用于将梯子向上和向下移动，可操作以释放闩锁，并在梯子部署时枢转。 下梯子部分还可以携带装饰板，其在收起时覆盖梯子的一部分。

公开(公告)号：US20110237316A1

公开(公告)日：2011-09-29

申请号：US12730718

申请日：2010-03-24

Applicant: Nathan E. Isaac ,  Andrew V. Lauwers

Inventor： Nathan E. Isaac ,  Andrew V. Lauwers

IPC: A01F12/00 ,  A01F17/02

CPC classification number: A01D41/1243

Abstract: An adjustable flow distributor for a spreader of an agricultural combine operable for discharging a flow of straw and other crop residue in a sideward direction for deposition over a field, the flow distributor including an edge portion oriented at an oblique angle to a reference such as a back plate of the spreader, defining an oblique shaped space therebetween, the edge portion being pivotally adjustable in the fore and aft direction for controlling the portions of the flow of crop residue deposited beneath the spreader and discharged sidewardly therefrom, respectively, for instance, so as to better and more evenly distribute the crop residue over a swath of an agricultural field from which the crop was harvested, particularly a region of the swath in proximity to the spreader and/or chopper.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农业结合器的撒布机的可调节流量分配器，其可操作用于沿侧向排放秸秆和其他作物残渣的流动，以便在场上沉积，所述流动分配器包括以与参考物倾斜的角度定向的边缘部分，例如 所述吊具的后板在其间限定一个斜形空间，所述边缘部分可在前后方向上可枢转地调节，以分别控制分散在撒布机下方并从其侧向排出的作物残留物的流动部分，例如 以便更好地和更均匀地将农作物残余物分配在收割作物的农业领域，特别是撒布机和/或斩波器附近的条带区域。

公开(公告)号：US08006926B2

公开(公告)日：2011-08-30

申请号：US12154587

申请日：2008-05-23

Applicant: Jason M. Benes ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Nathan E. Isaac ,  Herbert M. Farley ,  Bradley J. Wagner ,  Jonathan E. Ricketts ,  Kevin W. Ward

Inventor： Jason M. Benes ,  Andrew V. Lauwers ,  Nathan E. Isaac ,  Herbert M. Farley ,  Bradley J. Wagner ,  Jonathan E. Ricketts ,  Kevin W. Ward

IPC: B02C18/14

CPC classification number: A01F12/40 ,  Y10T29/49233 ,  Y10T29/49895 ,  Y10T29/49902 ,  Y10T29/53961 ,  Y10T29/53974

Abstract: A knife bank assembly of a counter knife assembly of an integral chopper assembly of a combine harvester that includes an elongated bracket member that extends between opposed knife bank end plates and has a plurality of spaced retainment mounts securable therealong, with at least one, and preferably two, knife blades being removably connectable to each retainment mount in a side by side arrangement. The knife elements are removably connectable to the retainment mounts at first and second space mounting points, preferably in such a way that the knife elements are maintained in an extended position by application of a biasing force at the second mounting point but are rotatable about the first mounting point to a displaced or relaxed position if a sufficient force is applied to the leading edge of the knife element to overcome the biasing force.

Abstract translation: 一种联合收割机的整体式斩波器组件的反铲组件的刀库组件，其包括在相对的刀库端板之间延伸的细长支架构件，并且具有多个间隔开的保持安装件，其具有至少一个，优选地 两个刀片可并排地可拆卸地连接到每个保持架上。 刀元件可拆卸地连接到第一和第二空间安装点处的保持架，优选地以这样的方式，即刀元件通过在第二安装点处施加偏压力而保持在延伸位置，但是可以围绕第一 如果足够的力施加到刀元件的前缘以克服偏压力，则安装点到位移或松弛位置。