System and method for detecting a crest

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8700272
APP PUB NO 20140032030A1
SERIAL NO

13561788

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A system for automated control of a machine having a ground engaging work implement includes an implement load sensor system. A controller determines a change in terrain based at least in part upon a change in the load on the ground engaging work implement. If the change in terrain exceeds a threshold, the controller generates an alert command signal. A method is also provided.

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  • CATERPILLAR INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Becicka, Troy K Sahuarita, US 16 321
Edara, Thandava K Peoria, US 22 645
Stratton, Kenneth L Dunlap, US 60 1154
Taylor, Michael Swissvale, US 261 2696

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