DECK PLATE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

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DECK PLATE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17972006 titled 'DECK PLATE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

Simplified Explanation:

A row unit of a corn header includes adjustable deck plates with a gap between them, controlled by a linkage assembly connected to an actuator that can be controlled based on signals from an ear size sensor and kernel depth measurements.

Key Features and Innovation:

Adjustable deck plates with a gap for corn harvesting
Linkage assembly connected to an actuator for plate adjustment
Control based on signals from an ear size sensor and kernel depth measurements

Potential Applications: This technology can be used in agricultural machinery for efficient corn harvesting by adjusting deck plates based on corn size and type.

Problems Solved: This technology addresses the challenge of optimizing corn harvesting by adjusting deck plates according to corn characteristics.

Benefits:

Improved efficiency in corn harvesting
Enhanced crop yield by adjusting deck plates based on corn size
Precision in harvesting different types of corn

Commercial Applications: Potential commercial applications include agricultural equipment manufacturers incorporating this technology into corn headers for improved harvesting efficiency and crop yield.

Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to adjustable deck plates in agricultural machinery and sensors used for crop analysis to understand the evolution of this technology.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on research related to precision agriculture, sensor technology, and advancements in corn harvesting equipment to enhance the efficiency of this technology.

Questions about Corn Harvesting Technology: 1. How does the ear size sensor contribute to optimizing corn harvesting? 2. What are the key factors considered when adjusting the deck plates for different types of corn?

Original Abstract Submitted

A row unit of a corn header includes a first deck plate, a second deck plate, and a gap between the first and second deck plates. A position of one or both of the deck plates may be adjusted by a linkage assembly including at least one arm pivotably coupled, at a first end, to one or both of the deck plates and, at a second end, to an actuator. The actuator may be controlled by a controller to move one or both of the deck plates based on signals received from an ear size sensor such as a camera that measures various parameters of corn and also based on a kernel depth of the type of corn to be harvested.