Measuring and testing – Sampler – sample handling – etc. – Flow divider – deflector – or interceptor
Reexamination Certificate
2010-10-07
2011-12-27
Fabian-Kovacs, Arpad (Department: 3671)
Measuring and testing
Sampler, sample handling, etc.
Flow divider, deflector, or interceptor
Reexamination Certificate
active
08082809
ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a novel combine harvester and associated method configured for gathering grain test data. In general, the combine harvester includes a grain diverting assembly that is configured to selectively divert grain from a grain harvesting path to a grain testing path for the purpose of gathering the grain test data. In various embodiments, the present invention may return the tested grain to the grain harvesting path for further delivery to a primary grain hopper. The present invention may also provide a sampling cup and sample delivery system that allows a sample of the diverted grain to be automatically gathered and delivered to a combine harvester operator location.
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Luellen Ty T.
Peirce Douglas R.
Schroeder Lyndon J.
Stott Barry L.
Alston & Bird LLP
Fabian-Kovacs Arpad
Pioneer Hi-Bred International , Inc.
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