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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 07, 2014
Filed:
Sep. 30, 2011
Jordan Dorian Weckerly, Maple Grove, MN (US);
Michael Edwin Stevens, Saint Paul, MN (US);
Lucian Mihai Husar, Rogers, MN (US);
John Eron Jorgensen, Andover, MN (US);
Jordan Dorian Weckerly, Maple Grove, MN (US);
Michael Edwin Stevens, Saint Paul, MN (US);
Lucian Mihai Husar, Rogers, MN (US);
John Eron Jorgensen, Andover, MN (US);
Caterpillar Inc., Peoria, IL (US);
Abstract
A machine configured to travel across a surface is disclosed. A material removal mechanism is configured to remove material from the surface. A frame supports the material removal mechanism. A conveyor is configured to receive the material and to convey the material to a location off of the machine. A pivotal connection includes connectors connected to the frame and conveyor, respectively, which are configured to mate with one another to allow pivoting of the conveyor relative to the frame.