18399531. SUBHOPPER ASSEMBLY FOR REFUSE VEHICLE simplified abstract (Oshkosh Corporation)

SUBHOPPER ASSEMBLY FOR REFUSE VEHICLE

Organization Name

Oshkosh Corporation

Inventor(s)

Vince Schad of Oshkosh WI (US)

Erik Ellifson of Oshkosh WI (US)

Eric Braun of Oshkosh WI (US)

Brady Slaughter of Oshkosh WI (US)

Patrick Dillman of Hartford WI (US)

Ryan Ullius of Oshkosh WI (US)

Jeremy Kiekhaefer of Oshkosh WI (US)

Martin J. Schimke of Red Granite WI (US)

Caleb Binder of Oshkosh WI (US)

Bennett Unfried of Oshkosh WI (US)

Derek Wente of Austin MN (US)

Jacob Wallin of Oshkosh WI (US)

Matt Erickson of Oshkosh WI (US)

SUBHOPPER ASSEMBLY FOR REFUSE VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18399531 titled 'SUBHOPPER ASSEMBLY FOR REFUSE VEHICLE

The abstract of the patent application describes a refuse vehicle with a unique subhopper design that helps direct refuse towards the end of the hopper.

• The refuse vehicle includes a chassis, cab, body with a hopper, and a subhopper within or adjacent to the hopper.
• The subhopper has a sloped upper surface that guides refuse towards one end of the hopper.
• This design helps optimize the loading and unloading process of refuse in the vehicle.
• The subhopper's configuration improves efficiency and reduces the risk of blockages or jams in the hopper.
• By directing refuse towards one end of the hopper, the subhopper enhances the overall functionality of the refuse vehicle.

Potential Applications: - Waste management and collection services - Municipal sanitation departments - Recycling facilities

Problems Solved: - Efficient loading and unloading of refuse - Prevention of blockages or jams in the hopper - Improved functionality of refuse vehicles

Benefits: - Increased efficiency in waste collection processes - Reduced maintenance and downtime due to blockages - Enhanced overall performance of refuse vehicles

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Subhopper Design for Refuse Vehicles This technology can be utilized by waste management companies, municipalities, and recycling centers to improve their waste collection and disposal operations. The market implications include increased productivity, cost savings, and improved service quality.

Questions about the Innovative Subhopper Design for Refuse Vehicles: 1. How does the subhopper design improve the efficiency of refuse vehicles? The subhopper's sloped upper surface directs refuse towards one end of the hopper, optimizing the loading and unloading process and reducing the risk of blockages or jams.

2. What are the potential applications of this technology? This technology can be applied in waste management and collection services, municipal sanitation departments, and recycling facilities to enhance their waste disposal operations.

Original Abstract Submitted

Provided herein is a refuse vehicle includes a chassis, a cab coupled to the chassis, a body coupled to the chassis and housing a hopper, and a subhopper disposed adjacent or at least partially within the hopper. The subhopper includes a sloped upper surface configured to direct refuse deposited into the hopper toward an end of the hopper.