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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 04, 2011
Filed:
Jun. 29, 2007
Bradley Scott Kriel, Peoria, IL (US);
Adam J. Gudat, Chillicothe, IL (US);
Kenneth L. Stratton, Dunlap, IL (US);
Bradley Scott Kriel, Peoria, IL (US);
Adam J. Gudat, Chillicothe, IL (US);
Kenneth L. Stratton, Dunlap, IL (US);
Caterpillar Inc, Peoria, IL (US);
Abstract
An automated lost load response system for work machines is disclosed. The response system has a container supported by the machine to retain material. It also has a sensor situated to detect material lost from the container. The sensor generates a signal corresponding to detection of material lost. Additionally, the response system has a controller that is in communication with the sensor. The controller is configured to provide a load loss warning based on the signal generated by the sensor.