Motor vehicles – Manually actuated controlling devices – Multiple vehicle functions controllable by single device
Patent
1998-12-18
2000-02-01
Tudor, Harold J.
Motor vehicles
Manually actuated controlling devices
Multiple vehicle functions controllable by single device
180402, B62D 509
Patent
active
H00018317
ABSTRACT:
A motor grader vehicle control apparatus is provided including first and second joystick assemblies for controlling a blade and vehicle drive and steering systems. Additional control mechanisms are included on the joystick assemblies to provide further control of the blade and vehicle systems. Movement of the joystick assemblies correspond to operations of the blade and vehicles systems in an ergonomic and intuitive manner.
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Boast Susan M.
Kelley Craig B.
Shearer Daniel E.
Caterpillar Inc.
Kercher Kevin M.
Tudor Harold J.
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