公开(公告)号：US07490544B1

公开(公告)日：2009-02-17

申请号：US11858653

申请日：2007-09-20

Applicant: Shane A. Bollinger ,  Ryan G. Walker

Inventor： Shane A. Bollinger ,  Ryan G. Walker

IPC: B65B13/18 ,  A01D39/00

CPC classification number: A01F15/141

Abstract: In a round baler, twin arms come together in the start position, on the side opposite the cut position, because that configuration ensures that two twines lie nearly on top of each other to secure the bale much better at that end than with a single twine. The “start position” refers to that position where the twine arms reverse direction, and change from a fast speed of travel used to move the twine arms across the bale width, to a slower, controlled speed that is adjustable to vary the spacing of the twines. The change in direction combined with bringing the twine arms together at the start position, ensures that loose twine ends are effectively restrained as the twines are applied.

Abstract translation: 在一个圆形打捆机中，双臂在开始位置的一侧位于与切割位置相对的一侧，因为该配置确保两条绳子几乎彼此相邻，以使捆包在这一端比单绳更好地固定 。 “起始位置”指的是这样的位置，其中，双臂反向，并且从用于将捆绑臂跨越捆包宽度移动的快速行进变化到较慢的受控速度，该速度可调节以改变 缠绕 方向的变化结合在一起的起始位置，确保松紧的线束结束有效地被束缚，因为缠绕线。

公开(公告)号：US20120324854A1

公开(公告)日：2012-12-27

申请号：US13603686

申请日：2012-09-05

Applicant: Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Rustin V. Bentzinger

Inventor： Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Rustin V. Bentzinger

IPC: A01D34/00 ,  B23P11/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/661 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A suspension system for agricultural implements having at least one floating head using a four-bar linkage and permitting the floating head to accommodate variations in ground surface elevation in a lateral or transverse direction. By permitting the floating head to float, a more consistent cutting height is realized when ground surface elevation varies in a transverse direction. A main frame is provided to which the ground engaging wheels are attached. A sub-frame is connected to the main frame via the four-bar linkage. The sub-frame is pivotally attached to the arms of the four-bar linkage by spherical bearings.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农具的悬挂系统，其具有使用四杆连杆的至少一个浮动头，并允许浮动头适应横向或横向上的地面高度的变化。 通过允许浮动头漂浮，当地面高度沿横向变化时，实现更一致的切割高度。 提供了一个主框架，地面接合轮附接到该主框架。 子框架通过四杆连杆连接到主框架。 子框架通过球面轴承枢转地连接到四杆联动装置的臂上。

公开(公告)号：US08333058B2

公开(公告)日：2012-12-18

申请号：US13365672

申请日：2012-02-03

Applicant: Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Rustin V. Bentzinger

Inventor： Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Rustin V. Bentzinger

IPC: A01D34/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/661 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A suspension system for agricultural implements having at least one floating head using a four-bar linkage and permitting the floating head to accommodate variations in ground surface elevation in a lateral or transverse direction. By permitting the floating head to float, a more consistent cutting height is realized when ground surface elevation varies in a transverse direction. A main frame is provided to which the ground engaging wheels are attached. A sub-frame is connected to the main frame via the four-bar linkage. The sub-frame is pivotally attached to the arms of the four-bar linkage by spherical bearings.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农具的悬挂系统，其具有使用四杆连杆的至少一个浮动头，并允许浮动头适应横向或横向上的地面高度的变化。 通过允许浮动头漂浮，当地面高度沿横向变化时，实现更一致的切割高度。 提供了一个主框架，地面接合轮附接到该主框架。 子框架通过四杆连杆连接到主框架。 子框架通过球面轴承枢转地连接到四杆联动装置的臂上。

公开(公告)号：US20110232255A1

公开(公告)日：2011-09-29

申请号：US13154764

申请日：2011-06-07

Applicant: Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

Inventor： Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

IPC: A01D67/00 ,  A01D34/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/661 ,  A01B73/065

Abstract: A drive system for agricultural implements having at least one floating head and a tongue that may be disposed at various angles relative to a longitudinal angle of the implement. Two swivel gearbox assemblies are used, each comprising a first 90° gearbox rigidly attached to the implement and a second 90° gearbox that is permitted to rotate about an axis passing through one of its shafts and one of the first 90° gearbox's shaft. Because the tongue angle is variable, the drive shafts for driving the implement must take on a plurality of angles. The swiveling gearbox assemblies allow variable angles at the tongue and at the header.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农具的驱动系统，其具有至少一个浮动头部和舌部，所述至少一个浮动头部和舌部可相对于所述工具的纵向角度以各种角度设置。 使用两个旋转齿轮箱组件，每个包括刚性地连接到工具的第一90°齿轮箱和允许围绕穿过其轴之一和第一90°齿轮箱的轴之一旋转的第二90°齿轮箱。 因为舌角是可变的，所以用于驱动工具的驱动轴必须具有多个角度。 旋转齿轮箱组件允许在舌头和头部处可变角度。

公开(公告)号：US20100192534A1

公开(公告)日：2010-08-05

申请号：US12760081

申请日：2010-04-14

Applicant: Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Rustin V. Bentzinger

Inventor： Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Rustin V. Bentzinger

IPC: A01D67/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/661 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A suspension system for agricultural implements having at least one floating head using a four-bar linkage and permitting the floating head to accommodate variations in ground surface elevation in a lateral or transverse direction. By permitting the floating head to float, a more consistent cutting height is realized when ground surface elevation varies in a transverse direction. A main frame is provided to which the ground engaging wheels are attached. A sub-frame is connected to the main frame via the four-bar linkage. The sub-frame is pivotally attached to the arms of the four-bar linkage by spherical bearings.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农具的悬挂系统，其具有使用四杆连杆的至少一个浮动头，并允许浮动头适应横向或横向上的地面高度的变化。 通过允许浮动头漂浮，当地面高度沿横向变化时，实现更一致的切割高度。 提供了一个主框架，地面接合轮附接到该主框架。 子框架通过四杆连杆连接到主框架。 子框架通过球面轴承枢转地连接到四杆联动装置的臂上。

公开(公告)号：US20090107100A1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-30

申请号：US11928224

申请日：2007-10-30

Applicant: Shane A. Bollinger ,  Calvin D. Meinders

Inventor： Shane A. Bollinger ,  Calvin D. Meinders

IPC: A01D67/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/64 ,  A01D67/00

Abstract: A swing cylinder such as those used to offset an agricultural implement may experience larges forces as it reaches the ends of its travel. A cushioning system to mitigate these forces comprises a piston with wear rings engaged thereto. The wear rings block off a usual passageway for the hydraulic fluid to flow, and provide their own, much smaller passageway. The flow of hydraulic fluid is thereby restricted in the neighborhood of the extremes of piston travel. An additional aspect of the invention is that the wear rings are pushed out of their position blocking the passageway when hydraulic fluid pressure is applied to move the piston away from the extreme position, thereby completely removing the restriction to flow in that direction.

Abstract translation: 诸如那些用于抵消农具的摆动缸可能会在其到达其行程末端时经受较大的力。 减轻这些力的缓冲系统包括具有与其啮合的磨损环的活塞。 磨损环挡住通常的通道，使液压油流动，并提供自己的更小的通道。 因此，液压流体的流动在活塞行程的极限附近被限制。 本发明的另一方面是，当施加液压流体压力以使活塞远离极限位置移动时，磨损环被推出阻止通道的位置，从而完全去除在该方向上流动的限制。

公开(公告)号：US08250840B2

公开(公告)日：2012-08-28

申请号：US13154764

申请日：2011-06-07

Applicant: Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

Inventor： Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

IPC: A01D34/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/661 ,  A01B73/065

Abstract: A support structure for agricultural implements having at least one floating head with a work tool. The support structure permits the work tool to be folded. The work tool of the agricultural implement is supported near its outer end by the support structure in a cantilevered fashion.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农具的支撑结构，其具有至少一个具有工作工具的浮动头。 支撑结构允许工作工具折叠。 农用工具的工作工具在其外端靠支撑结构以悬臂方式支撑。

公开(公告)号：US07966794B2

公开(公告)日：2011-06-28

申请号：US12701189

申请日：2010-02-05

Applicant: Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

Inventor： Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

IPC: A01D34/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/661 ,  A01B73/065

Abstract: A drive system for agricultural implements having at least one floating head and a tongue that may be disposed at various angles relative to a longitudinal angle of the implement. Two swivel gearbox assemblies are used, each comprising a first 90° gearbox rigidly attached to the implement and a second 90° gearbox that is permitted to rotate about an axis passing through one of its shafts and one of the first 90° gearbox's shaft. Because the tongue angle is variable, the drive shafts for driving the implement must take on a plurality of angles. The swiveling gearbox assemblies allow variable angles at the tongue and at the header.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农具的驱动系统，其具有至少一个浮动头部和舌部，所述至少一个浮动头部和舌部可相对于所述工具的纵向角度以各种角度设置。 使用两个旋转齿轮箱组件，每个包括刚性地连接到工具的第一90°齿轮箱和允许围绕穿过其轴之一和第一90°齿轮箱的轴之一旋转的第二90°齿轮箱。 因为舌角是可变的，所以用于驱动工具的驱动轴必须具有多个角度。 旋转齿轮箱组件允许在舌头和头部处可变角度。

公开(公告)号：US20100132325A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-03

申请号：US12701189

申请日：2010-02-05

Applicant: Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

Inventor： Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

IPC: A01D34/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/661 ,  A01B73/065

Abstract: A drive system for agricultural implements having at least one floating head and a tongue that may be disposed at various angles relative to a longitudinal angle of the implement. Two swivel gearbox assemblies are used, each comprising a first 90° gearbox rigidly attached to the implement and a second 90° gearbox that is permitted to rotate about an axis passing through one of its shafts and one of the first 90° gearbox's shaft. Because the tongue angle is variable, the drive shafts for driving the implement must take on a plurality of angles. The swiveling gearbox assemblies allow variable angles at the tongue and at the header.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农具的驱动系统，其具有至少一个浮动头部和舌部，所述至少一个浮动头部和舌部可相对于所述工具的纵向角度以各种角度设置。 使用两个旋转齿轮箱组件，每个包括刚性地连接到工具的第一90°齿轮箱和允许围绕穿过其轴之一和第一90°齿轮箱的轴之一旋转的第二90°齿轮箱。 因为舌角是可变的，所以用于驱动工具的驱动轴必须具有多个角度。 旋转齿轮箱组件允许在舌头和头部处可变角度。

公开(公告)号：US07658056B2

公开(公告)日：2010-02-09

申请号：US11928082

申请日：2007-10-30

Applicant: Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

Inventor： Kent L. Thompson ,  Shane A. Bollinger ,  Stuart Gene Van Donselaar

IPC: A01D34/00

CPC classification number: A01D34/661 ,  A01B73/065

Abstract: A drive system for agricultural implements having at least one floating head and a tongue that may be disposed at various angles relative to a longitudinal angle of the implement. Two swivel gearbox assemblies are used, each comprising a first 90° gearbox rigidly attached to the implement and a second 90° gearbox that is permitted to rotate about an axis passing through one of its shafts and one of the first 90° gearbox's shaft. Because the tongue angle is variable, the drive shafts for driving the implement must take on a plurality of angles. The swiveling gearbox assemblies allow variable angles at the tongue and at the header.

Abstract translation: 一种用于农具的驱动系统，其具有至少一个浮动头部和舌部，所述至少一个浮动头部和舌部可相对于所述工具的纵向角度以各种角度设置。 使用两个旋转齿轮箱组件，每个包括刚性地连接到工具的第一90°齿轮箱和允许围绕穿过其轴之一和第一90°齿轮箱的轴之一旋转的第二90°齿轮箱。 因为舌角是可变的，所以用于驱动工具的驱动轴必须具有多个角度。 旋转齿轮箱组件允许在舌头和头部处可变角度。