Stripper with a Plurality of Ducting Units
Patent Number: US 9301448 Grant Date: 2016-04-05 Filing Date: 2013-07-17
Overview
Filed on July 17, 2013 and granted on April 5, 2016, this patented stripper design refines bulk crop handling by rethinking how harvested material is conveyed from header to storage. Inventors based in Nazareth, TX developed a multi-duct system mounted on an extended platform and supported by a conventional chassis and bin arrangement. The ducting units define hollow channels that move crop matter using only forward/rearward (y-axis) and vertical (z-axis) vectors; by eliminating lateral (x-axis) motion within each channel, the geometry reduces internal bridging and clogging that commonly slows throughput in prior art harvesters. The configuration places multiple ducts in parallel to balance flow and permits clean, filtered transfer into a bin positioned beneath apertures in the platform, while safety railings, a repositioned cab, and an integrated tank notch support practical field use and serviceability. The patent also describes a straightforward manufacturing approach: replace the platform with an extended version, mount the plurality of ducting units, and attach the cab forward to optimize access and flow.
Key Features
- Parallel ducting units that convey crop in y- and z-axes only
- Extended platform with apertures for direct bin loading
- Filter bars at duct exits to reduce debris entry
- Design balances serviceability with reduced clogging
This claim set exemplifies precise drafting of mechanical and agricultural innovations and underscores practical improvements for high-throughput harvesting equipment. The approach has clear relevance for modern cotton and row-crop harvesting systems seeking improved reliability and reduced downtime.
Invention Details
Abstract: An stripper comprising a plurality of ducting units, a platform, a bin, a header, and a chassis. The platform supporting the plurality of ducting units. The bin capable of holding a harvested crop. The header is capable of harvesting the harvested crop. The plurality of ducting units convey the harvested crop from the header to the bin. The chassis supports the platform, the bin, the headers and the plurality of ducting units. The plurality of ducting units comprise hollow channel comprising a passage between an entry at a first end and an exit at a second end of the plurality of ducting units. The channel in the plurality of ducting units are formed between the entry to the exit in a two vectors. The two vectors comprise a y-axis and a z-axis. The channel in the plurality of ducting units are capable of moving the harvested crop from the header to the bin without moving the harvested crop in an x-axis direction and thereby limit clogging of the harvested crop in the passage of the plurality of ducting units.
Background: BACKGROUND (1) This application is a nonprovisional filing which will be filed on Jul. 17, 2013 on the basis of provisional application No. 61/672,742 which was filed on Jul. 17, 2012. (2) This disclosure relates generally to an improved stripper. In one embodiment, the term “stripper” can mean an agricultural vehicle capable of harvesting a crop (such as cotton). Other terms synonymous to “stripper” can include picker, combine, tractor, or similar. (3) One example of a stripper which has been improved on by the currently disclosed system is found in U.S. Pat. No. 6,018,938 of Mr. Copley et sec. Mr. Copley’s stripper configuration discloses two auger portions for moving material inwardly toward a central location. However, Mr. Coley’s augers are not properly configured to channel harvested cotton into a cleaner/storage bin in an expedient manner. (4) None of the known patents or inventions whether taken singularly or in combination are seen to anticipate the current disclosure. Accordingly, an improved cotton stripper with dual burr extractor, as disclosed, should be approved for patent eligibility. SUMMARY (5) An improved stripper and a method of manufacture thereof are disclosed. (6) Said improved stripper comprising a plurality of ducting units, a platform, a bin, a header, and a chassis. Said platform supporting said plurality of ducting units. Said bin capable of holding a harvested crop. Said header is capable of harvesting said harvested crop. Said plurality of ducting units convey said harvested crop from said header to said bin. Said chassis supports said platform, said bin, said headers and said plurality of ducting units. Said plurality of ducting units comprise hollow channel comprising a passage between an entry at a first end and an exit at a second end of said plurality of ducting units. Said channel in said plurality of ducting units are formed between said entry to said exit in a two vectors. Said two vectors comprise a y-axis and a z-axis. Said channel in said plurality of ducting units are capable of moving said harvested crop from said header to said bin without moving said harvested crop in an x-axis direction and thereby limit clogging of said harvested crop in said passage of said plurality of ducting units. (7) Said method of manufacturing said improved stripper comprising: replacing a platform from a stripper with an extended platform, supporting a plurality of ducting units on said extended platform, and attaching a cab of said stripper at a forward position of said extended platform. Said stripper further comprises a bin, a header, and a chassis. Said platform supporting said plurality of ducting units. Said bin capable of holding a harvested crop. Said header is capable of harvesting said harvested crop. Said plurality of ducting units convey said harvested crop from said header to said bin. Said chassis supports said platform, said bin, said headers and said plurality of ducting units. Said plurality of ducting units comprise hollow channel comprising a passage between an entry at a first end and an exit at a
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