Fluid flow monitoring and control system for an agricultural sprayer
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Jan 31, 2017
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Oct 27, 2016
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Apr 27, 2015
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Abstract
A fluid flow monitoring and control system for a self-propelled applicator which may be a sprayer and is configured to allow real-time visual monitoring of graphical representations of system statuses, control of the systems, and coordinated control instructions for multiple tasks through a single user input or command. The fluid flow monitoring and control system may include a touchscreen HMI providing electronic control and monitoring for the systems and components of the applicator. A rules engine may be implemented to prevent erroneous states, such as activating a pump without fluid flow to the pump as a rule implemented interlock to prevent inadvertent rapid component wear or other compromises of system integrity.
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BLUE LEAF I P INC | 1100 N MARKET STREET 4TH FLOOR SUITE 4010 WILMINGTON DE 19890 |
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- 2015 Application Filing Year
- A01M Class
- 361 Applications Filed
- 270 Patents Issued To-Date
- 74.80 % Issued To-Date
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Inventor Name | Address | # of filed Patents | Total Citations |
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Bittner, Roy A | Cato, US | 61 | 267 |
# of filed Patents : 61 Total Citations : 267 | |||
Brooks, Nathan Paul | Manitowoc, US | 29 | 118 |
# of filed Patents : 29 Total Citations : 118 |
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