Citrus harvesting machine

Details Citrus harvesting machine Citrus harvesting machine

1995-10-19

1997-09-16

Melius, Terry Lee

Harvesters

Fruit gatherer

56330, A01D 4600

Patent

active

056667957

ABSTRACT:
The mechanical harvesting of a citrus crop using a plurality of vertically spaced extending picking arms is disclosed. The means to construct mechanical devices capable of producing various picking patterns are explained with examples given. Specifically detailed is the use of a single power transference to power movement of multiple components which cooperate to provide a desired action. Picking members capable of securely engaging individual citrus fruits are provided which will slidably engage, without damaging, branches of the tree. Multiple picking members on each picking arm are explained. Release means incorporated into the picking members for releasing branches are presented. A method of preventing damage during insertion of the picking arms is provided which provides two levels of impacting protection. Both stationary and continuous advance of the harvester during usage are explained.

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