Harvesters – Fruit gatherer
Reexamination Certificate
2007-07-13
2009-06-02
Torres, Alicia M (Department: 3671)
Harvesters
Fruit gatherer
C056S013100
Reexamination Certificate
active
07540137
ABSTRACT:
An automated fruit harvester which includes sensors and robotic arms which position themselves adjacent to a fruit to be harvested. A fruit transport head secures the fruit, cuts the stem, and transports the fruit within the hollow arm, to deposit the fruit in a collection bin.
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Dykas, Shaver & Nipper, LLP
Shaver Robert L.
Torres Alicia M
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