Abstract: A frame assembly for an operator's compartment includes an upper roof portion, a lower base portion, and first and second side support assemblies connected between the roof portion and the base portion. Each side support assembly includes a straight part, comprised of a formed tube, and a curved part, formed as a fabricated box section having several individual wall plates. The fabricated box section curved parts are stronger than the formed tubes and are, therefore, in the area of highest stress.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
November 8, 1995
Date of Patent:
October 13, 1998
Assignee:
Caterpillar Inc.
Inventors:
Chris F. Camplin, Paul J. Staebler, Jr., Gary D. Hiatt, Adrian Mulholland, Philip C. Wright