18072198. HOOD ASSEMBLY FOR A WORK VEHICLE simplified abstract (CNH Industrial America LLC)
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HOOD ASSEMBLY FOR A WORK VEHICLE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Lorenzo Anthony Gomez of Westmont IL (US)
Michael J. Braun of Oswego IL (US)
Robert Allen Neubauer of Bottineau ND (US)
Mark Douglas Klassen of Lockport IL (US)
HOOD ASSEMBLY FOR A WORK VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18072198 titled 'HOOD ASSEMBLY FOR A WORK VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a hood assembly for a work vehicle that includes a hood pivot joint and a lift mechanism to enable the hood to rotate between open and closed positions.
- The hood assembly includes a hood pivot joint that allows the hood to pivotally couple to the chassis of the work vehicle.
- A lift mechanism is included in the hood assembly, with a linkage assembly pivotally coupled to the hood and chassis of the work vehicle.
- The lift mechanism also includes a linear actuator that drives the linkage assembly to rotate the hood between the open and closed positions.
Potential Applications
The technology described in this patent application could be applied to various work vehicles such as construction equipment, agricultural machinery, or utility vehicles.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of providing easy access to the engine or other components of a work vehicle by allowing the hood to be easily opened and closed with the lift mechanism.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved maintenance access to the vehicle's engine or components, increased efficiency in servicing the vehicle, and potentially reducing downtime for repairs.
Potential Commercial Applications
One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the manufacturing and sale of work vehicles such as tractors, excavators, or utility trucks with improved hood assembly designs.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art in this field may include existing hood assembly designs for work vehicles that may not have the same combination of a hood pivot joint and lift mechanism as described in this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall weight and balance of the work vehicle?
The weight and balance of the work vehicle could be affected by the addition of the hood assembly and lift mechanism. It would be important to consider how this technology may impact the vehicle's performance and stability.
What are the potential maintenance requirements for the lift mechanism and hood pivot joint over time?
Regular maintenance and inspections may be required for the lift mechanism and hood pivot joint to ensure proper functionality and longevity of the hood assembly. It would be essential to understand the maintenance needs of these components for long-term use.
Original Abstract Submitted
A hood assembly for a work vehicle includes a hood and a hood pivot joint configured to pivotally couple the hood to a chassis of the work vehicle. The hood pivot joint is configured to enable the hood to rotate between an open position and a closed position. The hood assembly also includes a lift mechanism having a linkage assembly pivotally coupled to the hood and configured to pivotally couple to the chassis of the work vehicle. In addition, the lift mechanism includes a linear actuator coupled to the linkage assembly. The linear actuator is configured to drive the linkage assembly to rotate the hood between the open and closed positions.
