Patents Assigned to Robert M. Torras
  • Patent number: 4876845
    Abstract: A self-propelled powered mower (11) and a towed trailing mower (12) are connected together by an adjustable height connector assembly (13). When the powered mower begins to move through a turn, the alignment detector cylinder (60) is required to retract due to the pivoting of the draw bar (21) and its angled support arm about the vertical pivot pin (50) of the connector assembly (13) (FIG. 3). The fluid displaced from alignment detector cylinder (60) causes the rod (56) to extend from height adjustment cylinder (55), thereby raising the forward portion of the towed mower.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 31, 1989
    Assignee: Robert M. Torras
    Inventor: James D. Sturgill