Work machine with operator presence detection strategy

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7899597
APP PUB NO 20070203630A1
SERIAL NO

11361377

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A work machine uses an operator presence detection strategy to enable or disable the work machine. A plurality of sensors provide independent indications of operator presence. These sensors may include a seat sensor, an inching pedal sensor, a transmission output speed sensor and a conveyance gear sensor. The work machine is enabled if at least one sensor indicates the presence of an operator; however, the work machine is disabled if none of the sensors indicate an operator.

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CATERPILLAR INC100 NE ADAMS STREET PEORIA IL 61629-9510

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Funke, Brian G Peoria, US 16 199
Vitale, Andrew J Peoria, US 13 182

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