Abstract: A telematics device for reporting data includes a controller, a device battery, and a transceiver to transmit telematics signals including data associated with equipment having a battery. During an inactive state of the equipment, (i) when the equipment battery voltage exceeds a first threshold, the transceiver transmits signals at a first interval powered by the equipment battery, (ii) when the equipment battery voltage fails to exceed the first threshold but exceeds a second threshold and the device battery voltage exceeds a device battery threshold, the transceiver transmits signals at a second interval powered by the device battery, and (iii) when the equipment battery voltage fails to exceed the first threshold but exceeds the second threshold and the device battery voltage fails to exceed the device battery threshold, the transceiver transmits signals at a third interval powered by the equipment battery, and the device battery recharges from the equipment battery.

Abstract: A system and method for controlling a movement function of a machine having first and second components. A controller commands delivery of an initial threshold current to a coil for opening a valve in response to a user request to perform the movement function. The controller determines a difference between a measured value of a parameter associated with the first component and a target value. When a change in the difference during a first period exceeds a first change threshold, the controller commands delivery of a reduced threshold current less than the initial threshold current. When a change in the difference during a second period fails to exceed a second change threshold, the controller commands delivery of an increased threshold current greater than the initial threshold current. The reduced or increased threshold current when delivered to the coil controls movement of the first component relative to the second.

Abstract: A telematics device for reporting data includes a controller, a device battery, and a transceiver to transmit telematics signals including data associated with equipment having a battery. During an inactive state of the equipment, (i) when the equipment battery voltage exceeds a first threshold, the transceiver transmits signals at a first interval powered by the equipment battery, (ii) when the equipment battery voltage fails to exceed the first threshold but exceeds a second threshold and the device battery voltage exceeds a device battery threshold, the transceiver transmits signals at a second interval powered by the device battery, and (iii) when the equipment battery voltage fails to exceed the first threshold but exceeds the second threshold and the device battery voltage fails to exceed the device battery threshold, the transceiver transmits signals at a third interval powered by the equipment battery, and the device battery recharges from the equipment battery.

Abstract: A suspension system for a land vehicle is provided with at least one actuator connected to a chassis and an axle of a land vehicle spaced apart from a pivotal connection of the axle. A suspension circuit is in cooperation with the at least one actuator. A controller is in operable communication with the suspension circuit and is programmed to receive input indicative of a travel speed of the land vehicle. The suspension circuit is closed at a low speed travel range to permit the axle to pivot in response to variations in an underlying support surface. The suspension circuit is opened to permit selective actuation of the at least one actuator at a higher speed travel range in response to variations in the underlying support surface.

Abstract: A fluid suspension system for a land vehicle is provided with an actuator connected to a chassis and an axle of a land vehicle spaced apart from a pivotal connection of the axle. A fluid pressure circuit is in cooperation with the at least one actuator. A controller is in operable communication with the fluid pressure circuit and is programmed to receive input indicative of a travel speed of the land vehicle. The fluid pressure circuit is adjusted to limit fluid flow rate or reduce fluid pressure at a low speed travel range to permit the axle to pivot in response to variations in an underlying support surface. The fluid pressure circuit is adjusted at a higher speed travel range for selective actuation of the at least one actuator or for a higher fluid pressure actuation of the at least one actuator, in response to variations in the underlying surface.

Abstract: A tire assembly according to the disclosure may include a wheel having a first outer circumferential surface and a second outer circumferential surface, and a tire mounted on the wheel and having a first portion that mates with the first outer circumferential surface of the wheel, and a second portion that is spaced away from the second outer circumferential surface of the wheel to form a cavity. Furthermore, the first portion may be a solid portion that extends from the first outer circumferential surface of the wheel to an outer circumferential surface of the tire.

Abstract: An access deck assembly is provided for an aerial lift vehicle mobile platform. A base member defines an upper surface to support an operator, and has first and second guides to cooperate with the platform. A locking mechanism is supported by the base member and retains the access deck to the platform. A method of connecting an access deck assembly to a mobile platform is provided. The access deck assembly is positioned relative to the platform to be above and spaced apart from the platform floor surface, with the base member of the access deck assembly substantially within a perimeter frame of the platform. An access deck assembly has a guide member connected to a base member and configured to connect the base member to the mobile platform and support the base member directly above and spaced apart from the platform floor surface.

Abstract: A land vehicle assembly is provided with a platform for an operator workspace. A control panel is supported upon the platform in electrical communication with the land vehicle. A caution switch is supported upon the platform in electrical communication with the control panel to provide a signal to the control panel indicative of a caution event. A cable is connected to the caution switch to extend across the control panel. The cable is spaced apart from the control panel so that a predetermined force upon the flexible member actuates the caution switch without significantly obstructing the control panel. A manual force upon the flexible member expands the operator workspace. The control panel is programmed to control a mobile operation of the land vehicle, and discontinue the mobile operation of the land vehicle in response to receipt of the caution event signal.

Abstract: A boom assembly according to the disclosure may include a lower boom structure, and an upper boom structure that is connected to the lower boom structure. In addition, the boom assembly may include a counterweight movably mounted on one of the boom structures and movable along the one boom structure when at least a portion of the lower boom structure is moved relative to the upper boom structure or when at least a portion of the upper boom structure is moved relative to the lower boom structure.

Abstract: A proximity sensor assembly according to the disclosure includes a detection member, a switch, and a movable mounting arrangement associated with the detection member and the switch. The movable mounting arrangement includes a biasing characteristic for urging the detection member toward a home position after the detection member has been displaced from the home position, and a dampening characteristic to dampen movement of the detection member. Furthermore, the switch is actuatable when the detection member is displaced from the home position.

Abstract: A land vehicle, is provided with a mobile work platform assembly with a platform mounted to the land vehicle, sized to receive an operator thereupon. A frame extends from the platform. A positioner assembly includes a guide mounted on the frame of the mobile work platform assembly. A carriage is provided on the guide for translation along the guide. Hardware is provided on the carriage to support a workpiece upon the carriage external of a perimeter of the frame. The carriage includes a brake assembly to position the carriage at various positions along the guide.

Abstract: A vehicle and a hydraulic propulsion system for the vehicle are provided with first and second motors diagonally arranged relative to one another on the vehicle, and third and fourth motors diagonally arranged relative to one another on the vehicle. First, second and third flow divider combiner assemblies are provided and are arranged in a closed fluid loop with the motors. A first port of each of the assemblies are fluidly connected to one another. The first assembly has a second port fluidly coupled to the first and second motors, and a third port fluidly coupled to the third and fourth motors. The second assembly has second and third ports fluidly coupled to the first and third motors, respectively. The third assembly has second and third ports fluidly coupled to the second and fourth motors, respectively. A method of controlling the hydraulic system is also provided.

Abstract: A land vehicle assembly is provided with a platform for an operator workspace. A control panel is supported upon the platform in electrical communication with the land vehicle. A caution switch is supported upon the platform in electrical communication with the control panel to provide a signal to the control panel indicative of a caution event. A cable is connected to the caution switch to extend across the control panel. The cable is spaced apart from the control panel so that a predetermined force upon the flexible member actuates the caution switch without significantly obstructing the control panel. A manual force upon the flexible member expands the operator workspace. The control panel is programmed to control a mobile operation of the land vehicle, and discontinue the mobile operation of the land vehicle in response to receipt of the caution event signal.

Abstract: A vehicle is provided with a chassis having a footprint, a load carrying structure, and a support assembly coupling the chassis and the structure. The support assembly is adapted to move the structure relative to the chassis between a stowed position and a deployed position outboard of the footprint of the chassis. A plurality of wheels is configured to roll on the support surface and a plurality of axles coupling the wheels to the chassis are provided. Each axle includes at least one spindle supporting an individual wheel for rotation on a spindle axis. A steering system is adapted to position the wheels between driving and rotation arrangements with respect to the chassis such that in the rotating arrangement each of the plurality of wheels rotate relative to the chassis whereby the chassis, the platform and the support assembly may rotate in unison about the steer axis.

Abstract: A boom assembly includes a first boom member and a second boom member slidable relative to the first member in a first direction. A stop member that at least partially defines a receptacle is attached to the first member. A closure member is attachable to the first member in a fixed position and movable away from the fixed position. A planar wearpad is insertable into the receptacle in the first direction when the closure member is moved away from the fixed position and the second member is positioned on the first member. The stop and closure members inhibit lateral movement of the wearpad in a direction parallel to the plane of the wearpad, and allow movement of the wearpad in a direction transverse to the plane, when the wearpad is positioned in the receptacle. The second member inhibits movement of the wearpad in the direction transverse to the plane.