A row unit for an agricultural seeding implement includes a linkage assembly having a head bracket configured to couple the row unit to a toolbar. The linkage assembly also includes a body, a top link pivotally coupled to the head bracket and to the body, and a bottom link pivotally coupled to the head bracket and to the body. Furthermore, the row unit includes a first opener assembly pivotally coupled to one of the top link or the bottom link via a pivot joint positioned forward of the body with respect to a direction of travel of the row unit. The row unit also includes a pivot control assembly configured to control rotation of the first opener assembly about the pivot joint. In addition, the row unit includes a second opener assembly coupled to the body, and a packer wheel assembly movably coupled to the body.
A bale wrap assembly loading system for an agricultural harvester includes a movable storage compartment configured to store multiple bale wrap assemblies. The movable storage compartment is configured to be positioned proximate to a surface while in a loading position, the movable storage compartment is configured to be positioned proximate to a baler of the agricultural harvester while in a working position, and the movable storage compartment is configured to move in an upward direction and in a laterally inward direction from the loading position to the working position. The bale wrap assembly loading system also includes at least one arm movably coupled to the movable storage compartment. The at least one arm is configured to move each bale wrap assembly from the surface to the movable storage compartment while the movable storage compartment is in the loading position.
A bale wrap assembly loading system for an agricultural harvester includes a storage compartment configured to store bale wrap assemblies. The storage compartment includes a frame, a bale wrap support rotatably coupled to the frame at a pivot point, a first bale wrap mount coupled to the bale wrap support and configured to support one or more first bale wrap assemblies, and a second bale wrap mount coupled to the bale wrap support and configured to support one or more second bale wrap assemblies. The bale wrap support is configured to rotate about the pivot point to orient the bale wrap support at a first loading angle to facilitate receiving the one or more first bale wrap assemblies at a loading location and to orient the bale wrap support at a second loading angle to facilitate receiving the one or more second bale wrap assemblies at the loading location.
B65B 57/02 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of binding or wrapping material, containers, or packages
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BALE WRAP ASSEMBLY LOADING SYSTEM FOR AN AGRICULTURAL HARVESTER
A bale wrap assembly loading system for an agricultural harvester includes a storage compartment configured to store bale wrap assemblies. The storage compartment includes a frame, a bale wrap support rotatably coupled to the frame at a pivot point, a first bale wrap mount coupled to the bale wrap support and configured to support one or more first bale wrap assemblies, and a second bale wrap mount coupled to the bale wrap support and configured to support one or more second bale wrap assemblies. The bale wrap support is configured to rotate about the pivot point to orient the bale wrap support at a first loading angle to facilitate receiving the one or more first bale wrap assemblies at a loading location and to orient the bale wrap support at a second loading angle to facilitate receiving the one or more second bale wrap assemblies at the loading location.
A control system for an agricultural baler includes a controller configured to receive a bale wrap signal indicative of a type of a bale wrap. The controller is also configured to determine whether the bale wrap is segmented or continuous based on the type. Furthermore, the controller is configured to control a braking system to establish a tension force at a weakened section of the bale wrap sufficient to separate a first portion disposed about a bale from a second portion disposed about a shaft in response to determining the bale wrap is segmented and the weakened section is positioned between the shaft and the bale. In addition, the controller is configured to control a cutting system of the agricultural baler to cut the bale wrap in response to determining the bale wrap is continuous and a target section of the bale wrap is positioned at the cutting system.
A01F 15/07 - Rotobalers, i.e. machines for forming cylindrical bales by winding and pressing
B65B 27/12 - Baling or bundling compressible fibrous material, e.g. peat
B65B 57/12 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of articles or materials to be packaged and operating to control, or stop, the feed of wrapping materials, containers, or packages
B65B 61/00 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages
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AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT HITCHES WITH ROTATIONAL MOTION
A hitch system for coupling a first agricultural implement to a second agricultural implement includes a clevis coupled to an end of a first hitch of the first agricultural implement. The clevis includes a first connector end having a first opening and a second connector end having a second opening. The hitch system also includes a pin configured to be disposed through the first opening and the second opening of the clevis and a connector of a second hitch of the second agricultural implement to couple the first agricultural implement to the second agricultural implement. The clevis is configured to rotate about a rotational axis that is parallel with a direction of travel of the first agricultural implement and the second agricultural implement when being towed by a work vehicle.
A01B 59/042 - Devices specially adapted for connection between animals or tractors and agricultural machines or implements for machines pulled or pushed by a tractor having pulling means arranged on the rear part of the tractor
A01C 7/08 - Broadcast seedersSeeders depositing seeds in rows
A row unit system for a seeder includes a frame, a parallel linkage configured to couple the frame to a mount associated with a toolbar of the seeder, an opener disc rotatably coupled to the frame, and a packer wheel assembly. The packer wheel assembly includes a packer wheel arm pivotally coupled to the frame, a packer wheel rotatably coupled to the packer wheel arm, and a packer wheel actuator pivotally coupled to the packer wheel arm and the frame, wherein the packer wheel actuator is configured to control a downforce applied by the packer wheel to soil.
A system for securing a tail of a bale wrap includes a controller having a memory and a processor. The controller is configured to control a bale rotation system to drive a wrapped agricultural bale to rotate within a bale carrier of a baler, to control a monitoring system to monitor for an identifier located on the tail of the bale wrap disposed on the wrapped agricultural bale to locate the tail, and to control a labeling system to attach a plurality of labels along the tail of the bale wrap to secure the tail of the bale wrap upon locating the tail of the bale wrap.
A01F 15/07 - Rotobalers, i.e. machines for forming cylindrical bales by winding and pressing
B65B 11/04 - Wrapping articles or quantities of material, without changing their position during the wrapping operation, e.g. in moulds with hinged folders the articles being rotated
An agricultural system includes an implement including a frame assembly. A leveler is operably coupled with the frame assembly. A leveler actuator is operably coupled with the leveler and the frame assembly. The leveler actuator is configured to alter a position of the leveler relative to the frame assembly. A computing system is communicatively coupled to the leveler actuator and configured to receive soil data indicative of a soil type, receive levelness data indicative of a measured levelness of a field, receive a defined soil levelness, and determine a defined leveler actuator position based at least partially on the soil type, the measured levelness of the field, and the defined soil levelness.
A system for monitoring field conditions includes a sensor arm pivotably coupled proximate its first end to an agricultural implement and proximate its second end to a sensor configured to generate data indicative of a field condition. Moreover, the system includes an actuator configured to actuate the sensor arm relative to the agricultural implement such that a field of view of the sensor is directed towards a first lateral region of the aft portion of the field when the sensor arm is in a first position and a second lateral region of the aft portion of the field when the sensor arm is in a second position. Additionally, the system includes a computing system configured to control an operation of the actuator to actuate the sensor arm, receive the data generated by the sensor, and determine the field condition of at least the first and second lateral regions.
A system for detecting disk blade damage on an agricultural implement includes a disk blade configured to rotate relative to soil within a field across which the agricultural implement is traveling. Moreover, the system includes an imaging device configured to generate image data depicting an aft portion of the field located rearward of the disk blade relative to a direction of travel of the agricultural implement, with the aft portion of the field including a lane of the field to be worked by the disk blade. In addition, a computing system is configured to analyze the image data generated by the imaging device to identify when vegetation is present within the lane of the field. Furthermore, the computing system is configured to determine that the disk blade is damaged when the vegetation is present within the lane of the field.
A plug detection system for an agricultural system includes a controller configured to receive first sensor signals indicative of a set of upstream air pressures. The controller is configured to receive second sensor signals indicative of a set of downstream air pressures. The controller is configured to determine a downstream pressure variance based on the set of downstream air pressures. The controller is configured to determine a set of pressure drops based on the set of upstream air pressures and the set of downstream air pressures, and the controller is configured to determine a pressure drop variance based on the set of pressure drops. The controller is configured to determine a variance delta based on the pressure drop variance and the downstream pressure variance, and the controller is configured to identify an impending plugging condition in response to determining the variance delta is greater than a threshold value.
An air flow control system for an agricultural system includes a controller configured to receive an agricultural product signal indicative of an agricultural product disposed within a storage tank of the agricultural system. The storage tank is configured to provide the agricultural product to a metering system of the agricultural system, and the metering system is configured to control an agricultural product flow rate of the agricultural product into a primary line of the agricultural system. The controller is also configured to select a selected flow rate relationship from a set of flow rate relationships based on the agricultural product disposed within the storage tank. Furthermore, the controller is configured to determine a target air flow rate of an air flow through the primary line based on the selected flow rate relationship and the agricultural product flow rate, and the controller is configured to control an air source.
An air flow calibration system for an agricultural system includes a controller configured to receive first sensor signals indicative of a set of upstream air pressures and second sensor signals indicative of downstream air pressures. The controller is also configured to iteratively determine a variance delta based on the pressures, compare the variance delta to a threshold value, and output a first output signal to decrease an air flow rate by a first amount until the variance delta is greater than the threshold value. The controller is configured to iteratively output a second output signal to increase the air flow rate by a second amount, determine the variance delta, and compare the variance delta to the threshold value until the variance delta is less than or equal to the threshold value. The controller is configured to determine a plugging condition is terminated, and store a calibration value.
A bale wrap for an agricultural bale includes a first section formed from one or more natural materials. The bale wrap also includes a second section positioned downstream from the first section. The second section includes a water-resistant membrane configured to block water penetration into the agricultural bale while the bale wrap is wrapped around the agricultural bale, and the second section includes an adhesive configured to engage the first section while the bale wrap is wrapped around the agricultural bale. Furthermore, the bale wrap includes a third section positioned downstream from the second section. The third section is formed from one or more natural materials, and the third section includes an adhesive configured to engage the second section while the bale wrap is wrapped around the agricultural bale.
An air-assisted conveying system of an agricultural harvester includes a controller configured to receive a first sensor signal indicative of a first air pressure at a first location within a line and to receive a second sensor signal indicative of a second air pressure at a second location within the line. Furthermore, the controller is configured to determine an air pressure differential based on the first air pressure and the second air pressure. In response to determining the air pressure differential is greater than a threshold value, the controller is configured to control a supplemental air source to provide supplemental air to the line for a supplemental air duration. In addition, in response to determining the air pressure differential is greater than the threshold value during the supplemental air duration, the controller is configured to control an operational air source to increase an operational air flow through the line.
An identification printing system for a wrapped agricultural bale includes a controller having a memory and a processor. The controller is configured to control a bale rotation system to drive the wrapped agricultural bale to rotate within a bale carrier of a baler, control a print head to print identification information onto an outer circumferential surface of a bale wrap of the wrapped agricultural bale in multiple locations as the wrapped agricultural bale is rotating, control the bale rotation system to terminate rotation of the wrapped agricultural bale, and control an ejection system to eject the wrapped agricultural bale from the baler a target duration after terminating rotation of the wrapped agricultural bale.
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
A01F 15/07 - Rotobalers, i.e. machines for forming cylindrical bales by winding and pressing
B41J 13/03 - Rollers driven, e.g. feed rollers separate from platen
B41M 5/00 - Duplicating or marking methodsSheet materials for use therein
B65B 11/04 - Wrapping articles or quantities of material, without changing their position during the wrapping operation, e.g. in moulds with hinged folders the articles being rotated
B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
B65B 61/02 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages for perforating, scoring, or applying code or date marks on material prior to packaging
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System and method for wrapping an agricultural bale
A bale wrap for an agricultural bale includes a wrapping layer having a center section, a first shoulder section, and a second shoulder section. The first shoulder section extends laterally outwardly from a first lateral side of the center section, the second shoulder section extends laterally outwardly from a second lateral side of the center section, the center section is configured to cover a circumferential side of the agricultural bale, the first shoulder section is configured to cover at least 5 percent of a first axial side of the agricultural bale, the second shoulder section is configured to cover at least 5 percent of a second axial side of the agricultural bale, and a center stretchability of the center section with respect to a longitudinal extent of the wrapping layer is greater than a shoulder stretchability of the first and second shoulder sections with respect to the longitudinal extent of the wrapping layer.
A bale wrap assembly for an agricultural baler includes a segmented shaft having multiple segments configured to couple to one another along a rotational axis of the segmented shaft. The bale wrap assembly also includes a bale wrap configured to be disposed about the segmented shaft. Furthermore, the bale wrap assembly includes at least one engagement feature positioned at an end of the bale wrap and configured to engage the segmented shaft. The at least one engagement feature is configured to couple the segments to one another while engaged with the segmented shaft, and the at least one engagement feature is configured to disengage the segmented shaft as the end of the bale wrap moves away from the segmented shaft to enable the segments to uncouple from one another.
An agricultural system for detecting failure of a ground-engaging tool of an agricultural implement includes a ground-engaging tool supported on an agricultural implement, with the ground-engaging tool being configured to engage a field during an agricultural operation of the agricultural implement within the field. The system further includes a field profile sensor configured to generate data indicative of a profile of an aft portion of the field located rearward of the ground-engaging tool relative to a direction of travel of the agricultural implement. Additionally, the system includes a computing system configured to monitor the profile of the aft portion of the field during the agricultural operation based at least in part on the data generated by the field profile sensor and determine that the ground-engaging tool failed based at least in part on the profile of the field.
A control system for a tillage implement includes an emitter configured to direct a beam across a set of disc blades of the tillage implement. An axis of the beam is configured to intersect the set of disc blades at a first position radially offset from a rotational axis of the set of disc blades. The control system also includes a sensor configured to receive the beam associated with the emitter. The control system also includes a controller including a memory configured to store instructions and one or more processors. The controller is configured to receive a signal from the sensor indicative of detection of the beam. The controller is also configured to determine a wear status of the set of disc blades based on the signal.
A mounting assembly for a hopper of an agricultural row unit includes a mounting bracket configured to couple to one of the hopper or a frame of the agricultural row unit. The mounting bracket has a first recess and a second recess, the first recess is configured to engage a rod while the hopper is in an engagement position and in a mounting position, the second recess is configured to engage the rod while the hopper is in a mounted position, and the rod is configured to couple to the other of the hopper or the frame. In addition, the mounting assembly includes a support bracket configured to couple to one of the hopper or the frame. The support bracket includes a first protrusion and a second protrusion, and the first and second protrusions form a recess.
A debris removal system for an agricultural harvester can include an extractor housing defining a housing inlet, a housing outlet, and a passage. The extractor housing can further define an airflow channel for directing debris through the extractor housing from the housing inlet to the housing outlet. An airflow device can be configured to generate an airflow from the housing inlet towards the airflow device. The airflow can be configured to separate the debris billets of a crop material. A drum can be positioned at least partially within the airflow channel and between the housing inlet and the passage. The debris within the airflow channel can be directed by the drum toward the housing outlet.
An adapter assembly for a hopper of an agricultural row unit includes an adapter configured to be disposed at least partially about an outlet of the hopper. The adapter is movable along the outlet of the hopper to a vertical position to establish vertical alignment between an outlet of an agricultural product meter and an inlet of an agricultural product conveying system, the adapter is configured to be coupled to the hopper at the vertical position along the outlet of the hopper, the adapter comprises an alignment feature configured to engage a corresponding alignment feature of a mounting component to position the mounting component relative to the outlet of the hopper with respect to a longitudinal axis and a lateral axis. The mounting component includes an agricultural product meter or a receiver configured to engage the agricultural product meter.
An agricultural system for monitoring field conditions of a field after an agricultural operation in the field includes an agricultural implement having a frame and ground-engaging tools supported on the frame, with the ground-engaging tools being configured to engage the field during the agricultural operation. The agricultural system further includes a sensor supported on the agricultural implement, where the sensor has a field of view directed towards an aft portion of the field disposed rearward of the agricultural implement relative to a direction of travel, with the sensor being configured to generate data indicative of a field condition associated with the aft portion of the field. Additionally, the agricultural system includes an actuator configured to selectively move the sensor relative to the agricultural implement such that the field of view of the sensor moves along the direction of travel relative to an aft end of the agricultural implement.
An agricultural system includes an agricultural implement comprising a plurality of ground engagement tools, wherein each ground engagement tool of the plurality of ground engagement tools is configured to engage soil of a field. Additionally, the agricultural system includes a controller with a memory and a processor, wherein the controller is configured to receive a signal indicative of a speed of a rotational element of the agricultural implement, determine that a difference between the speed of the rotational element and an expected speed of the rotational element of the agricultural implement is greater than a threshold, wherein the expected speed of the rotational element is associated with a no-slip operating condition of the agricultural implement, and reduce an engagement between at least one ground engagement tool of the plurality of ground engagement tools and the soil in response to the difference being greater than the threshold.
An agricultural system includes an agricultural implement having a plurality of ground engagement tools. Each of the plurality of ground engagement tools is configured to engage a field and is associated with a respective location on the agricultural implement. The agricultural system also includes a control system with a memory storing instructions and a processor configured to execute the instructions to determine a parameter value associated with slip is outside of a range of values, determine a location on the agricultural implement associated with the parameter value that is outside of the range of values, and output a signal based on the location associated with the parameter value that is outside of the range of values.
A01B 63/112 - Lifting or adjusting devices or arrangements for agricultural machines or implements for implements mounted on tractors operated by hydraulic or pneumatic means regulating working depth of implements to control draught load, i.e. tractive force
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING PLUGGING OF BASKET ASSEMBLIES OF AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT
An agricultural implement includes a frame and a basket assembly supported on the frame such that the basket assembly is configured to roll relative to a surface of a field as the agricultural implement travels across the field, with the basket assembly including a plurality of bars spaced circumferentially about an outer perimeter of the basket assembly. Furthermore, the agricultural implement includes a sensor configured to generate data indicative of a width of a bar of the plurality of the bars. Additionally, the agricultural implement includes a computing system communicatively coupled to the sensor. In this respect, the computing system is configured to determine the width of the bar based on the data generated by the sensor. Moreover, the computing system is configured to determine when the basket assembly is plugged based on the determined width.
In one aspect, a system for monitoring the condition of discs of agricultural implements includes a plurality of discs configured to be supported relative to an agricultural implement, and a field profile sensor configured to generate data indicative of a field profile of an aft portion of the field located rearward of the plurality of discs relative to a direction of travel of the agricultural implement. In addition, the system includes a controller communicatively coupled to the field profile sensor. The controller is configured to monitor the data received from the field profile sensor and determine an operating condition of one or more of the plurality of discs based at least in part on the field profile of the aft portion of the field.
An auxiliary storage compartment assembly for an air cart includes an auxiliary storage compartment having an opening. The auxiliary storage compartment assembly also includes a filling assembly coupled to the auxiliary storage compartment. The filling assembly includes a fill chute engaged with the auxiliary storage compartment, an outlet of the filling assembly is aligned with the opening, and the filling assembly establishes a flow path that extends downwardly and laterally inwardly from an inlet to the outlet. In addition, the auxiliary storage compartment assembly includes a conveyor assembly having a rotary conveyor. The rotary conveyor extends through a portion of the filling assembly and through a portion of the auxiliary storage compartment, and the rotary conveyor is configured to move particulate material laterally through the portion of the filling assembly and through the portion of the auxiliary storage compartment in response to rotation of the rotary conveyor.
An inlet assembly for a filling assembly of a storage compartment assembly includes a hopper configured to receive particulate material. The inlet assembly also includes a fill tray movably coupled to the hopper and configured to move between a stowage position and a loading position. One of the fill tray or the hopper has a slot, and the other of the fill tray or the hopper has a pivot engaged with the slot. Furthermore, the hopper has a first engagement feature, and the fill tray has a second engagement feature. In addition, the pivot and the slot enable the fill tray to move from the stowage position to a transitional position to align the first and second engagement features, and the pivot and the slot enable the fill tray to move from the transitional position to the loading position to engage the first and second engagement features.
B65D 88/30 - Hoppers, i.e. containers having funnel-shaped discharge sections specially adapted to facilitate transportation from one utilisation site to another
B65D 90/62 - Gates or closures having closure members movable out of the plane of the opening
A method of monitoring a cut-crop laying in a field or during a cutting process, the method includes: receiving a sensing signal from a cut-crop sensor positioned on a mobile agricultural machine, wherein the sensing signal is representative of a sensed gaseous composition associated with the cut-crop; estimating a condition of the cut-crop based on the sensing signal; and outputting cut-crop state data including the condition of the cut-crop.
An agitation system includes a plurality of modular agitators, and each modular agitator of the plurality of modular agitators includes an agitator configured to couple to a respective modular meter of a plurality of modular meters. Each modular agitator of the plurality of modular agitators also includes an agitator drive assembly configured to drive the agitator. The agitation system also includes a controller configured to receive meter speed data from the plurality of modular meters. The controller is configured to determine an operation for the agitator of each of the plurality of modular agitators and independently control the agitator drive assembly of each of the plurality of modular agitators.
A system for an agricultural seeding implement includes processing circuitry configured to, while the agricultural seeding implement is in a lowered position work state to distribute seeds during each pass through a seeding portion of a field, provide control signals to a downforce actuator to drive one or more row units toward a surface of the field. The processing circuitry is also configured to, while the agricultural seeding implement is in a raised position work state with the one or more row units lifted off of the surface of the field to turn within a headlands portions of the field, perform a calibration check for one or more load cell sensors that are configured to measure a downforce applied by the one or more row units to the field.
An agricultural metering system includes independently controllable meter rollers, in which each meter roller is configured to rotate about a respective rotational axis. The agricultural metering system also includes meter boxes configured to receive agricultural product from a storage tank. Each meter roller is disposed within a respective meter box, and each meter roller is configured to meter the agricultural product from the storage tank. In addition, the agricultural metering system includes independently controllable motors. Each independently controllable motor is coupled to a respective meter roller, and each independently controllable motor is configured to drive the respective meter roller to rotate.
A system for determining field plantability during performance of a seed-planting operation with a seed-planting implement includes a soil moisture sensor configured to generate data indicative of a soil moisture content of a portion of the field. In this respect, a computing system is configured to determine a soil moisture content value of the portion of the field based on the data generated by the soil moisture sensor. Additionally, the computing system is configured to receive an input indicative of a soil composition parameter of the portion of the field and determine a soil composition parameter value of the portion of the field based on the received input. Moreover, the computing system is configured to determine a plantability index value for the portion of the field based on the determined soil moisture content value and the determined soil composition parameter value.
A system for identifying plugging within an agricultural implement includes a frame assembly supporting one or more components. A sensor system is operably coupled with at least one of the one or more components and configured to generate data indicative of one or more operating parameters of the at least one of the one or more components. A computing system is communicatively coupled to the sensor system. The computing system is configured to receive, from the sensor system, the data indicative of the one or more operating parameters, calculate a weight of one or more sections of the frame assembly based at least in part on the data, and identify a plugged condition when the calculated weight is less than a reference weight for a predefined amount of time.
A storage compartment profile monitoring and control system for an agricultural system may include at least one sensor configured to output a series of sensor signals indicative of a corresponding series of images of particulate material within a storage compartment and at least one graduated marking on the storage compartment during a period of operation of a metering system configured to meter the particulate material from the storage compartment and a controller comprising a memory and a processor. The controller is communicatively coupled to the at least one sensor and the controller is configured to receive the series of sensor signals from the at least one sensor and determine a series of profiles of the particulate material within the storage compartment based on the series of images. The controller also may determine a volumetric rate of change of the particulate material based on the series of profiles and control the metering system based on the volumetric rate of change.
An agricultural metering system includes a metering system component, and the metering system component includes a substrate formed from a polymeric material. The metering system component further includes a coating disposed on the polymeric material of the substrate, in which the coating includes a metallic coating and/or a ceramic coating.
A system for automatically controlling fertilizer application during the performance of a planting operation includes a row unit of a planting implement, the row unit being configured to deposit seeds within soil and having a fertilizer applicator configured to selectively dispense fertilizer. The system further includes a first sensor that generates first data indicative of a first nutrient-related parameter(s) within a field, and a second sensor supported on the planting implement that generates second data indicative of a second nutrient-related parameter(s) within the field, rearward of the row unit. A computing system determines an initial amount of the nutrient(s) within the field based on the first data, controls an operation of the fertilizer applicator to dispense the fertilizer onto the field, and determines an updated amount of the nutrient(s) within the field based on the second data.
An agricultural product delivery system includes a flow control system defining a first channel and a second channel. A first flow regulation device is positioned within the first channel. A second flow regulation device is positioned within the second channel. An air source is positioned upstream of the flow control system and is fluidly coupled with the flow control system. A computing system is communicatively coupled to the flow control system. The computing system is configured to receive an input to alter the first airstream within the first channel to a third airstream and alter at least one of the flow control system or the air source to maintain the second airstream through the second channel while the third airstream is provided to the first channel.
A01C 7/08 - Broadcast seedersSeeders depositing seeds in rows
A01C 7/06 - Seeders combined with fertilising apparatus
A01C 23/00 - Distributing devices specially adapted for liquid manure or other fertilising liquid, including ammonia, e.g. transport tanks or sprinkling wagons
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DETERMINING SOIL MOISTURE BASED ON RADAR DATA USING A MACHINE-LEARNED MODEL AND ASSOCIATED AGRICULTURAL MACHINES
An agricultural machine includes a computing system configured to store a machine-learned model and perform operations. The operations include receiving data from a transceiver-based sensor configured to emit an output signal directed toward soil within a portion of a field and receive an echo signal indicative of a backscattering of the output signal by the soil. Additionally, the operations include extracting a set of features associated with the echo signal from the received data. Moreover, the operations include inputting the set of features into the machine-learned model and receiving a preliminary soil moisture value for the set of features as an output of the machine-learned model. In addition, the operations include determining a final soil moisture value for the portion of the soil within the field based on the preliminary soil moisture value.
A system for monitoring seed placement within the ground during the performance of a planting operation with a planting implement includes a row unit of that has a furrow opening assembly configured to create a furrow in the soil and a furrow closing assembly configured to close the furrow after the seeds have been deposited therein. Each seed is treated with a treatment applied after the seed is received within a component of the planting implement and before the furrow is closed around the seed, the treatment having a treatment dielectric property that is greater than a dielectric property of the seeds without the treatment. Additionally, the system includes a computing system configured to determine a seed placement parameter associated with the seeds as treated and planted underneath the surface of the soil based on data generated by a seed placement sensor supported relative to the row unit.
A system for monitoring seed placement within the ground during the performance of a planting operation includes a row unit including a furrow opening assembly configured to create a furrow in the soil and a furrow closing assembly configured to close the furrow after the seeds have been deposited therein. Particularly, the seeds are coated seeds that are coated with a coating having a coating dielectric property that is greater than a dielectric property of the seeds without the coating. The system further includes a seed placement sensor supported relative to the row unit and configured to generate data indicative of the coated seeds as planted underneath a surface of the soil. Additionally, the system includes a computing system configured to determine a seed placement parameter associated with the coated seeds underneath the surface of the soil based at least in part on the data generated by the seed placement sensor.
A penetration depth control and gauge wheel contact force monitoring system for a row unit includes a penetration depth actuator configured to drive a gauge wheel arm assembly to move a gauge wheel relative to a row unit frame to control a penetration depth of an opener of the row unit. The penetration depth actuator includes a contact force sensor configured to output a sensor signal indicative of a contact force between the gauge wheel and a soil surface, the penetration depth actuator includes a body configured to be coupled to one of the frame or the gauge wheel arm assembly, the penetration depth actuator includes an actuating device configured to be coupled to the other of the frame or the gauge wheel arm assembly, and the actuating device is configured to move relative to the body to drive the gauge wheel arm assembly to move the gauge wheel.
A01B 63/22 - Lifting or adjusting devices or arrangements for agricultural machines or implements for implements drawn by animals or tractors with wheels adjustable relatively to the frame operated by hydraulic or pneumatic means
A01B 79/02 - Methods for working soil combined with other agricultural processing, e.g. fertilising, planting
A01C 5/06 - Machines for making or covering drills or furrows for sowing or planting
G01L 1/22 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in ohmic resistance of solid materials or of electrically-conductive fluidsMeasuring force or stress, in general by making use of electrokinetic cells, i.e. liquid-containing cells wherein an electrical potential is produced or varied upon the application of stress using resistance strain gauges
G01R 19/00 - Arrangements for measuring currents or voltages or for indicating presence or sign thereof
A health system for a work vehicle includes a controller having a memory and a processor. The controller is configured to receive a first sensor signal indicative of a body temperature of an operator positioned outside a cab of the work vehicle. The controller is also configured to determine whether the body temperature of the operator is above a threshold body temperature. Furthermore, the controller is configured to output a first control signal to an interlock system indicative of instructions to lock a door of the cab of the work vehicle in response to determining the body temperature of the operator is above the threshold body temperature.
B60R 25/31 - Detection related to theft or to other events relevant to anti-theft systems of human presence inside or outside the vehicle
B60R 25/01 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
B60S 1/64 - Other vehicle fittings for cleaning for cleaning vehicle interiors, e.g. built-in vacuum cleaners
G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
A system for automatically controlling air flow rate within an agricultural system is provided. One system for distributing an agricultural product includes a metering system configured to meter the agricultural product from a storage tank into a conduit. The system includes an air conveyance system to provide an air stream for moving metered agricultural product in the conduit toward a distribution device. The air conveyance system comprises one or more sensors to monitor the product status and/or the air stream inside the conduit. The system also includes control circuitry configured to control air flow rate based on the product status and/or the air stream inside the conduit and/or the geographic location of the system.
B65G 53/66 - Use of indicator or control devices, e.g. for controlling gas pressure, for controlling proportions of material and gas, for indicating or preventing jamming of material
F04D 15/00 - Control, e.g. regulation, of pumps, pumping installations, or systems
F04D 15/02 - Stopping of pumps, or operating valves, on occurrence of unwanted conditions
G05D 1/00 - Control of position, course, altitude or attitude of land, water, air or space vehicles, e.g. using automatic pilots
54.
AGRICULTURAL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING WEAR RATES OF AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS
A system for monitoring the wear rates of agricultural implements may include an agricultural implement having ground-engaging tools configured to work a field area, at least one wear sensor configured to generate data indicative of wear of one or more of the ground-engaging tools, and a computing system communicatively coupled to the at least one wear sensor. The computing system may determine a first wear rate of the one or more of the ground-engaging tools based at least in part on the data indicative of the wear of the one or more of the ground-engaging tools and to compare the first wear rate to a threshold wear rate. Additionally, the computing system may perform a control action when a differential between the first wear rate and the threshold wear rate exceeds a wear rate differential threshold.
G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
A01B 76/00 - Parts, details or accessories of agricultural machines or implements, not provided for in groups
55.
System for moving distribution lines of a product distribution system
An agricultural implement includes a frame including a center section and a first wing section and a second wing section flanking the center section. The first wing section and the second wing section are configured to move relative to the center section during transitions between a folded position and an unfolded position. The agricultural implement includes a first rigid tube assembly disposed on the center section having a first set of rigid tubes and a second set of rigid tubes, a second rigid tube assembly disposed on the first wing section, and a third rigid tube assembly disposed on the second wing section. The agricultural implement includes a structural support configured to enable movement of the first set of rigid tubes and the second set of rigid tubes relative to the center section and each other during the transitions between the folded position and the unfolded position.
A container for growing plants includes a bottom wall, a first side wall extending perpendicular to the bottom wall, and a second side wall extending perpendicular to the bottom wall and parallel to the first side wall such that the bottom wall, the first side wall, and the second side wall at least partially define a plant growing chamber. Furthermore, the container includes a lid configured to selectively occlude access to the plant growing chamber. Additionally, the container includes a carrier assembly positioned with the plant growing chamber and movably coupled to the first side wall and the second side wall. Moreover, the container includes a tool coupled to the carrier assembly such that movement of the carrier assembly relative to the first side wall and the second side wall moves the tool within the plant growing chamber.
A container for growing plants includes a bottom wall, a first side wall extending perpendicular to the bottom wall, and a second side wall extending perpendicular to the bottom wall and parallel to the first side wall such that the bottom wall, the first side wall, and the second side wall at least partially define a plant growing chamber. Furthermore, the container includes a lid configured to selectively occlude access to the plant growing chamber. Additionally, one of the bottom wall, the first or second side walls, or the lid includes a rail and another of the bottom wall, the first or second side walls, or the lid defines a groove such that the rail of the container is configured to be received within a groove of a first adjacent container and the groove of the container is configured to receive a rail of a second adjacent container.
A near-plug monitoring system includes particle flow rate sensors coupled to or downstream of a distribution header, wherein the distribution header is coupled to a primary distribution line and a plurality of secondary distribution lines, the distribution header is configured to receive a flow of a granular product from the primary distribution line and to divert the flow of the granular product among the secondary distribution lines. The system includes a controller configured to receive feedback from the particle flow rate sensors, to determine a real-time flow rate of the granular product in the secondary distribution lines, to determine if a near-plug condition is occurring in at least one secondary distribution line based on the real-time flow rate, and to automatically provide a control signal to alter one or more operating parameters of the pneumatic conveyance system when the near-plug condition is occurring to resolve the near-plug condition.
An agricultural product storage compartment assembly includes a first storage compartment configured to couple to a frame. The first storage compartment is configured to provide a first agricultural product to a first metering assembly. The agricultural product storage compartment assembly also includes a supplemental storage compartment configured to couple to the frame independently of the first storage compartment. In addition, the agricultural product storage compartment assembly includes a first flexible link configured to facilitate flow of the first agricultural product from the supplemental storage compartment to the first storage compartment. Furthermore, the agricultural product storage compartment assembly includes a first valve configured to selectively block flow of a second agricultural product from the supplemental storage compartment to the first storage compartment while the first valve is closed. The agricultural product storage compartment assembly also includes a weight monitoring system.
A granular product detection system is provided. The system includes a first sensor or first sensor array configured to couple to an air cart or a fill system that fills a tank of the air cart with a granular product, wherein the first sensor or first sensor array is configured to automatically detect at least a product type of the granular product. The system also includes a controller coupled to the first sensor or first sensor array and configured to receive feedback from the first sensor or first sensor array to automatically determine a control parameter related to a conveyance of the granular product based at least on the product type of the granular product.
A row unit closing wheel assembly includes a closing wheel, a closing wheel arm, and a closing wheel shaft having a first end and a second end. The closing wheel is coupled to the first end and the closing wheel arm is coupled to the second end via a pivot joint. The row unit closing wheel assembly includes an adjustable mechanical assembly disposed at the pivot joint. The adjustable mechanical assembly is configured to adjust an angle of the closing wheel shaft relative to the closing wheel arm along a horizontal plane via movement of the closing wheel shaft about the pivot joint, the horizontal plane being orthogonal to a rotational axis of the pivot joint. The adjustable mechanical assembly includes interlocking teeth and is configured to utilize the interlocking teeth to adjust the angle.
A row unit closing wheel assembly includes a closing wheel, a closing wheel arm, and a closing wheel shaft having a first end and a second end. The closing wheel is coupled to the first end and the closing wheel arm is coupled to the second end via a pivot joint. The row unit closing wheel assembly includes an adjustable mechanical linkage assembly coupled both to the closing wheel shaft and to the closing wheel arm. The adjustable mechanical linkage is configured to adjust an angle of the closing wheel shaft relative to the closing wheel arm along a horizontal plane via movement of the closing wheel shaft about the pivot joint. The horizontal plane is orthogonal to a rotational axis of the pivot joint.
A row unit closing wheel assembly includes a closing wheel, a closing wheel arm, and a closing wheel shaft having a first end and a second end. The closing wheel is coupled to the first end and the closing wheel arm is coupled to the second end via a pivot joint. The row unit closing wheel assembly also includes an adjustable wedge assembly including a wedge coupled to the pivot joint. The adjustable wedge assembly is configured to adjust an angle of the closing wheel shaft relative to the closing wheel arm along a horizontal plane via movement of the closing wheel shaft about the pivot joint. The horizontal plane is orthogonal to a rotational axis of the pivot joint.
In one aspect, a system for providing downforce control includes a seeder including a plurality of row units. One or more actuators are operably coupled with the plurality of row units and configured to adjust a downforce of the plurality of row units. A sensor is configured to detect one or more seeding parameters. A computing system is configured to control the operation of the plurality of row units. The computing system is further configured to receive an input associated with a target depth range of the row unit into an underlying field, receive data related to one or more seeding parameters, receive data related to an actual seeding depth; generate a command signal based on a differential between the actual seeding depth and the target depth range; and generate a force command for the one or more actuators to adjust a downforce of the plurality of row units.
In one aspect, a system for an agricultural application includes an implement including a frame. The frame includes a center frame section and at least one movable frame section. A first imaging device is installed on the movable frame section. A second imaging device is installed inboard of the movable frame section relative to the center frame section in the unfolded position. A computing system is communicatively coupled to the first imaging device and the second imaging device. When the implement is in the unfolded position, the computing system receives image data associated with an imaged environment outward of the implement from the first imaging device. When the implement is in the folded position, the computing system receives image data associated with an imaged environment outward of the implement from the second imaging device.
G06V 20/58 - Recognition of moving objects or obstacles, e.g. vehicles or pedestriansRecognition of traffic objects, e.g. traffic signs, traffic lights or roads
G06V 20/52 - Surveillance or monitoring of activities, e.g. for recognising suspicious objects
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
B60R 1/20 - Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
66.
Particulate material metering system for an agricultural implement
A particulate material metering system includes a controller configured to determine a radius of curvature of a path of a lead vehicle coupled to an agricultural implement. The controller is configured to determine a lead time of the lead vehicle relative to the agricultural implement based on a speed of the lead vehicle and/or the agricultural implement. The controller is configured to determine a radius of curvature of a path of the agricultural implement based on the radius of curvature of the path of the lead vehicle at a determination time, in which the determination time is a current time minus an offset time, and the offset time is based on the lead time. The controller is configured to determine target particulate material flow rates of respective metering devices of the particulate material metering system based on the radius of curvature of the path of the agricultural implement.
A control system for multiple row units of an agricultural implement includes a controller configured to selectively enable automatic downforce control for at least one controllable ground-engaging tool of each row unit that is within a work zone of an agricultural field. The automatic downforce control for the at least one controllable ground-engaging tool includes controlling a downforce of the at least one controllable ground-engaging tool such that the downforce is within a threshold range of a respective target downforce. In addition, the controller is configured to selectively disable the automatic downforce control for the at least one controllable ground-engaging tool of each row unit that is within a no-work zone of the agricultural field, or selectively adjust the respective target downforce for the at least one controllable ground-engaging tool of each row unit that is within the no-work zone of the agricultural field.
A method for determining soil clod size within a field includes receiving an image depicting an imaged portion of the field. Furthermore, the method includes identifying a soil clod present within the imaged portion of the field. Additionally, the method includes determining a maximum height of the identified soil clod above a soil surface of the field. Moreover, the method includes determining a maximum length of the identified soil clod. In addition, the method includes determining a radius of a sphere based on the determined maximum height and the determined maximum length, with the sphere including a first portion approximating a portion of the identified soil clod positioned above the soil surface and a second portion approximating a portion of the identified soil clod positioned below the soil surface. Furthermore, the method includes determining a size of the identified soil clod based on the determined radius.
A method for determining soil clod parameters within a field includes receiving, with a computing system, three-dimensional image data depicting an imaged portion of the field. The three-dimensional image data, in turn, includes a first two-dimensional image depicting the imaged portion of the field relative to a first position and a second two-dimensional image depicting the imaged portion of the field relative to a second position, with the first position being spaced apart from the second position. Furthermore, the method includes identifying, with the computing system, a soil clod depicted with the received three-dimensional image data. Additionally, the method includes comparing, with the computing system, the first and second two-dimensional images to identify a shadow surrounding at least a portion of the identified soil clod. Moreover, the method includes determining, with the computing system, a soil clod parameter associated with the identified soil clod based on the identified shadow.
A system for identifying soil layers within a field includes a non-contact-based sensor configured to capture data indicative of a subsurface soil layer within the field. Furthermore, the system includes a computing system communicatively coupled to the non-contact-based sensor. In this respect, the computing system is configured to determine a thickness of the subsurface soil layer in a vertical direction based on the data captured by the non-contact-based sensor. Moreover, the computing system is configured to identify the subsurface soil layer as one of a compaction layer or a B-horizon based on the determined thickness.
A01B 13/14 - Ploughs or like machines for special purposes for working soil in two or more layers
A01B 63/00 - Lifting or adjusting devices or arrangements for agricultural machines or implements
G01S 13/88 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications
G01V 3/10 - Electric or magnetic prospecting or detectingMeasuring magnetic field characteristics of the earth, e.g. declination or deviation operating with magnetic or electric fields produced or modified by objects or geological structures or by detecting devices using induction coils
In one aspect, a system for acquiring data associated with an agricultural field. The system includes an agricultural machine and a data acquisition (DAQ) module supported relative to the agricultural machine. The DAQ module includes a module housing and one or more sensing devices housed within the module housing. The one or more sensing device are configured to generate data associated with a condition of a field as the agricultural machine travels across the field. In addition, the system includes an air circulation system provided in operative association with the DAQ module that is configured to direct an airflow into an interior of the module housing for circulation therein.
In one aspect, a method for detecting terrain variations within a field includes receiving one or more images depicting an imaged portion of an agricultural field. The method also includes classifying a portion of the plurality of pixels that are associated with soil within the imaged portion of the agricultural field as soil pixels with each soil pixel being associated with a respective pixel height. Additionally, the method includes identifying each soil pixel having a pixel height that exceeds a height threshold as a candidate ridge pixel and each soil pixel having a pixel height that is less than a depth threshold as a candidate valley pixel. The method further includes determining whether a ridge or a valley is present within the imaged portion of the agricultural field based at least in part on the candidate ridge pixels or the candidate valley pixels.
A method for determining residue length within a field includes receiving, with a computing system, a captured image depicting an imaged portion of the field from one or more imaging devices. Furthermore, the method includes determining, with the computing system, an image gradient orientation at each of a plurality of pixels within the captured image. Additionally, the method includes identifying, with the computing system, a residue piece present within the image portion of the field based at least in part on the determined image gradient orientations. Moreover, the method includes determining, with the computing system, a length of the identified residue piece.
In one aspect, a method for determining soil clods within a field includes receiving one or more images depicting an imaged portion of an agricultural field. The method also includes classifying a portion of the plurality of pixels that are associated with soil within the imaged portion of the field as soil pixels with each soil pixel being associated with a respective pixel height. The method also includes generating a first ray from a local maximum in a first direction and a second ray from the local maximum in a second direction that is perpendicular to the first ray until opposing endpoints are determined based on a detected edge condition. Lastly, the method includes determining whether a soil clod based at least in part the first ray or the second ray of the candidate soil clod.
G06V 10/50 - Extraction of image or video features by performing operations within image blocksExtraction of image or video features by using histograms, e.g. histogram of oriented gradients [HoG]Extraction of image or video features by summing image-intensity valuesProjection analysis
G06V 20/56 - Context or environment of the image exterior to a vehicle by using sensors mounted on the vehicle
A01B 76/00 - Parts, details or accessories of agricultural machines or implements, not provided for in groups
A method for controlling a material flow rate from a metering system of an agricultural system includes receiving at a controller, a weight of a material in a storage tank. The method also includes receiving, at the controller, a volume of the material in the storage tank. The method also includes determining, via the controller, a density of the material in the storage tank using the weight of the material in the storage tank and the volume of the material in the storage tank. The method further includes determining, via the controller, a calibration of the metering system based on the density of the material in the storage tank.
G01N 9/02 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity by measuring weight of a known volume
76.
Downforce control system for a row cleaner of a seeding implement
A row unit of a seeder includes a frame configured to be coupled to a toolbar of the seeder. The row unit also includes a single opener pivotally or rotatably coupled to the frame. The row unit further includes a row cleaner assembly that has a row cleaner arm pivotally coupled to the frame or to the single opener and a row cleaner blade rotatably coupled to the row cleaner arm. The row cleaner arm positions a respective rotational axis of the row cleaner blade forward of the single opener relative to a direction of travel of the row unit. A row cleaner actuator is coupled to the row cleaner arm, and the row cleaner actuator is configured to control a first downforce applied by the row cleaner blade to soil.
A01B 63/114 - Lifting or adjusting devices or arrangements for agricultural machines or implements for implements mounted on tractors operated by hydraulic or pneumatic means regulating working depth of implements to achieve a constant working depth
A01C 5/06 - Machines for making or covering drills or furrows for sowing or planting
A system for controlling an operation of an agricultural implement includes a ground-penetrating tool configured to penetrate soil within a field to a penetration depth. Furthermore, the system includes a sensor configured to capture data indicative of a compaction layer within the field as the implement travels across the field. Additionally, the system includes a computing system configured to generate a representation of a portion of the soil within the field based on the data captured by the sensor. Moreover, the computing system is configured to determine a position of a bottom surface of the compaction layer based on the generated representation. In addition, the computing system is configured to control the penetration depth of the ground-penetrating tool based on the determined position of the bottom surface of the compaction layer.
An opener configured to be coupled to an agricultural implement includes a first passage configured for pneumatic delivery of a first agricultural product. The first passage is defined by a first wall. The first passage includes a first outlet for the first agricultural product. The opener also includes a second passage configured for singulated delivery of a second agricultural product. The second passage is defined by a second wall. The second wall of the second passage is disposed within the first wall of the first passage.
A row unit of a seeder includes a frame configured to be coupled to a toolbar of the seeder. The row unit also includes a single opener disc rotatably coupled to the frame and a closing system. The closing system includes a closing disc arm pivotally coupled to the frame, and a closing disc rotatably coupled to the closing disc arm. The closing system also includes a closing disc actuator coupled to the closing disc arm. Furthermore, the closing system includes a packer wheel arm pivotally coupled to the frame. The packer wheel arm and the closing disc arm are configured to rotate independently of one another relative to the frame. The closing system also includes a packer wheel rotatably coupled to the packer wheel arm. Furthermore, the closing system includes a packer wheel actuator coupled to the frame and to the packer wheel arm.
A row unit of a seeder includes an opener having a shank and a blade rigidly coupled to the shank. The shank is configured to be movably coupled to a toolbar of the seeder. The row unit also includes a closing system having a frame coupled to the opener. The frame is only coupled to the toolbar via the opener. In addition, the closing system includes a closing disc arm pivotally coupled to the frame and at least one closing disc rotatably coupled to the closing disc arm. The closing system also includes a packer wheel arm coupled to the frame and a packer wheel rotatably coupled to the packer wheel arm.
A row unit of a seeder includes a frame configured to be coupled to a toolbar of the seeder. The row unit also includes a single opener disc rotatably coupled to the frame and a closing system. The closing system includes a closing disc arm pivotally coupled to the frame and a closing disc rotatably coupled to the closing disc arm. The closing system also includes a packer wheel arm pivotally coupled to the frame. The packer wheel arm and the closing disc arm are configured to rotate independently of one another relative to the frame. In addition, the closing system includes a packer wheel rotatably coupled to the packer wheel arm. Furthermore, an agricultural product storage compartment is not non-movably coupled to the frame.
A method for adjusting operating parameters of an agricultural implement during a product-dispensing operation may include monitoring a location of the agricultural implement while performing a product-dispensing pass across a field. The method may further include determining that the agricultural implement will encounter an operating parameter boundary prescribing a change in an operating parameter of the agricultural implement. Moreover, the method may include determining a transition boundary along the product-dispensing pass based at least in part on a propagation delay for the prescribed change, where the agricultural implement will cross the transition boundary before the operating parameter boundary. Additionally, the method may include initiating the change in the operating parameter when the agricultural implement reaches the transition boundary such that the prescribed change in the operating parameter is complete when the agricultural implement reaches the operating parameter boundary.
An agricultural sprayer system is provided herein that can include a boom assembly having a frame and a boom arm operably coupled with the frame. The boom arm can extend a first lateral distance defined between the frame and an outer end portion of the boom arm. A nozzle assembly can be supported by the outer end portion of the boom arm. A sensor can be operably coupled with the boom assembly and configured to capture data associated with a position of the boom assembly. A computing system can be communicatively coupled to the sensor. The computing system can be configured to calculate a boom assembly curvature based on the data from the sensor; determine a nozzle speed of the nozzle assembly, wherein the nozzle speed differs from the vehicle speed when the boom arm is deflected; and determine a calculated application rate of the nozzle assembly based on the nozzle speed.
A system for monitoring tilled floor conditions within a field includes a sensor frame and a tilled floor sensing assembly supported on the sensor frame. The assembly, in turn, includes a plurality of pins configured to be extended relative to the sensor frame such that each pin penetrates a top surface of the field. Furthermore, the assembly includes a plurality of position sensors, with each position sensor configured to capture data indicative of a position of a given pin of the plurality of pins relative to the sensor frame. Moreover, the assembly includes a plurality of force sensors, with each force sensor configured to capture data indicative of a force being applied to a given pin of the plurality of pins. Additionally, the data captured by the plurality of position sensors and the data captured by the plurality of force sensors is indicative of a tilled floor profile of the field.
A system for monitoring spray quality of an agricultural vehicle is provided herein that includes a boom assembly and a nozzle positioned along the boom assembly. A flow regulator is operably coupled with the nozzle and is configured to control a flow of agricultural product through the nozzle. A sensor is configured to capture data indicative of a spray exhausted from the nozzle. A spray quality controller is communicatively coupled to the sensor. The controller is configured to receive flow data from the flow regulator indicative of a demanded application rate; receive the captured data from the sensor as the agricultural vehicle travels across the field; and generate a malfunction notification when the flow data from the flow regulator indicates a flow to the nozzle and the captured data from the sensor indicates a lack of spray from the nozzle.
B05B 12/08 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target
B05B 1/20 - Perforated pipes or troughs, e.g. spray boomsOutlet elements therefor
B05B 12/12 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target responsive to conditions of ambient medium or target, e.g. humidity, temperature
A01C 23/04 - Distributing under pressureDistributing mudAdaptation of watering systems for fertilising-liquids
A01M 7/00 - Special adaptations or arrangements of liquid-spraying apparatus for purposes covered by this subclass
A01C 23/00 - Distributing devices specially adapted for liquid manure or other fertilising liquid, including ammonia, e.g. transport tanks or sprinkling wagons
86.
Airflow equalizing system for distributing particulate material
The invention provides a system for equalizing airflow in lines delivering product-conveying air to boom sections of an agricultural machine by controlling valves, such as electronically, in each air distribution line to induce additional pressure drops in lines which would cause imbalance in the system. Such valves can include, but are not limited to: ball valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, globe valves, diaphragm valves, pinch valves and/or plug valves. With the proposed system, the lines of least pressure drop can be induced with additional pressure drop by particular valves in order to bring the lines back to a balanced state.
A metering system for distributing particulate material includes a meter housing containing a metering wheel. An inlet and/or outlet of the meter housing provides a projection extending into the opening of the inlet and/or outlet so that the flow of particulate material is optimized. This can provide even distribution of such material, including at low rotating speeds such as 5 RPM, while using a polyurethane metering wheel with straight vanes. In one aspect, projections extending into the inlet on opposing sides can substantially form an hourglass shape, and the outlet can comprise a substantially diagonal shape, analogous to a parallelogram, instead of more traditional rounded/rectangular shapes.
G01F 11/24 - Apparatus requiring external operation adapted at each repeated and identical operation to measure and separate a predetermined volume of fluid or fluent solid material from a supply or container, without regard to weight, and to deliver it with measuring chambers moved during operation of the valve type, i.e. the separating being effected by fluid-tight or powder-tight movements wherein the measuring chamber rotates or oscillates for fluent solid material
An agricultural metering system includes independently controllable sets of meter rollers. Each set of meter rollers includes at least one meter roller and is configured to rotate about a respective rotational axis, and the rotational axes are generally parallel to one another and not aligned with one another. The agricultural metering system also includes meter boxes configured to receive agricultural product from a compartment of a storage tank. Each set of meter rollers is disposed within a respective meter box, and each set of meter rollers is configured to meter the agricultural product from the compartment of the storage tank. The agricultural metering system also includes distribution lines. Each distribution line is disposed downstream from a respective set of meter rollers and is configured to receive the agricultural product output from the respective set of meter rollers.
An agricultural system includes a baling system configured to form a bale of crop material and an accumulator positioned laterally outward from the baling system. The accumulator is adjustable between an open position and a closed position, and the baling system is configured to receive the crop material from the accumulator.
A tubular sleeve for a modular meter system for distributing particulate material from an applicator can be inserted through a meter assembly that is built from modular meter unit housings to define the boundary wall of a meter cavity and provide internal structural support for the meter assembly. The tube can be provided with inlet and outlet openings that can be inserted through modular meter housings to form an overall meter assembly of a particular length and therefore volume/flow rate. In one aspect, a tube or tubular sleeve can be inserted into a stack of connected meter units while assembling a modular meter assembly. A circumferential sidewall of the tube can have pairs of oppositely positioned openings that provide inlets and outlets for a meter assembly.
A bale accumulator for a round baler including a frame configured for being located behind the bale chamber of the round baler and a plurality of bale holders configured for receiving and temporarily holding the bales. Each bale holder is pivotally and rotatably connected to the frame such that each bale holder is configured for rolling the bales by pivoting relative to the frame and realigning the bales by rotating relative to the frame.
An agitator for an agricultural system includes a shaft configured to rotate about a rotational axis during operation of the agricultural system, and an extension coupled to the shaft. The extension includes a hoop and a tine extending from the hoop, and the tine extends acutely relative to the rotational axis of the shaft.
A distribution orifice system for a dry product applicator with a pneumatic conveyance system is provided which redirects product that drags along a surface(s) of a delivery line's wall(s) back into a main central or primary airflow portion that carries the product downstream through the pneumatic conveyance system. The distribution orifice system may deflect the agricultural product's particulate material radially inward away from the delivery line's wall while longitudinally advancing it in a downstream direction. The system may include a ring ramp that can be renewed by uninstalling the ring ramp, flipping it 180-degrees, and reinstalling it to present an intact ramp surface facing upstream and the wore ramped surface facing downstream.
A system for identifying plugging within an agricultural implement is provided. The system includes a ground engaging tool configured to be supported by the agricultural implement. A fluidic actuator is coupled to the ground engaging tool. The fluidic actuator is operable to adjust the ground engaging tool between a lifted position and a ground engaging position. A pressure sensor is configured to measure a pressure of fluid supplied to the fluidic actuator. A controller is communicatively coupled to the pressure sensor. The controller is configured to receive, from the pressure sensor, a signal that corresponds to the pressure of fluid supplied to the fluidic actuator. The controller is further configured to determine when the ground engaging tool is plugged based at least in part on the signal from the pressure sensor.
A distribution ramp system for a dry product applicator with a pneumatic conveyance system is provided which lifts product that drags along a bottom surface(s) of a delivery line's wall(s) back into a main central or primary airflow portion that carries the product downstream through the pneumatic conveyance system. The system may include a ramp that nests against a bottom wall of the delivery line with a narrow front and wide back so the ramp presents a gradual wedge facing toward the incoming upstream airflow entrained with particulate material of the product, urging particulate material dragging on the bottom wall to lift away from the bottom wall and toward reentry into the primary airflow portion.
A system for monitoring soil composition within a field may have a ground-engaging tool configured to engage soil within a field as an implement moves across the field. The system may further have a sensor configured to generate data indicative of a soil composition within the field, where the sensor is movable relative to the ground-engaging tool while the implement moves across the field such that the sensor generates data indicative of the soil composition at different depths within the field. Additionally, the system may have a controller communicatively coupled to the sensor, with the controller being configured to determine the soil composition at the different depths within the field based at least in part on the data received from the sensor.
G01N 21/27 - ColourSpectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection
The invention provides a product leveling system within at least one tank or particulate material supply compartment that helps to encourage uniform movement of an agricultural product out of the bottom of the compartment. More specifically, the invention relates to a product leveling system that helps monitor areas in which agricultural product is prone to starving and also prone to accumulation, such that quantities of the agricultural product can be diverted from the areas prone to accumulation to the areas prone to starving. For instance, at least one leveling device having a driving shaft and a helical coil may be rotatably mounted within the compartment and rotated to encourage agricultural product to be moved from areas of accumulation to areas where the agricultural product is more quickly removed, resulting in starving. The product leveling system may include three coils mounted about the compartment.
A computing system may be configured to perform operations including obtaining image data depicting a flow of soil around a ground-engaging tool of an agricultural implement as the ground-engaging tool is moved through the soil. Furthermore, the operations may include extracting a set of features from the obtained image data. Moreover, the operations may include inputting the set of features into the machine-learned classification model and receiving a soil flow classification of the set of features as an output of the machine-learned classification model. In addition, the operations may include determining when the ground-engaging tool is plugged based on the soil flow classification of the set of features.
In one aspect, a system for determining soil clod size as an implement is being towed across a field by a work vehicle may include an imaging device provided in operative association with the work vehicle or the implement such that the imaging device is configured to capture images of the field. Furthermore, the system may include a controller communicatively coupled to the imaging device. The controller may be configured to receive, from the imaging device, image data associated with an imaged portion of the field. Moreover, the controller may be configured analyze the received image data to identify at least one edge of a soil clod within the imaged portion of the field. Additionally, the controller may be configured to determine a size of the soil clod based on the identified at least one edge of the soil clod.
A method for controlling the speed of a work vehicle towing an implement that is movable between a working position, in which ground engaging tools of the implement are configured to perform a field operation, and a transport position, in which the ground engaging tools are raised relative to the ground. The method may include monitoring, with a computing device, an implement weight supported by the implement while the implement is in the transport position. The method may further include comparing, with the computing device, the implement weight to a predetermined threshold weight. Additionally, the method may include, when the implement weight differs from the predetermined threshold weight, adjusting, with the computing device, a maximum speed limit for the work vehicle.
