Abstract: A machine may include a body, a boom link, a swing casting, and a boom. The boom and the swing casting may be configured to rotate horizontally about an axis through the boom link. The machine may further include a mounting bracket fixedly connected to the swing casting, a position sensor fixedly connected to the boom link, a first link fixedly connected at a first end to the position sensor and configured to rotate about an axis through a rotary element, and a second link fixedly connected at a first end to the mounting bracket and at a second end to a second end of the first link. The first link and the second link may be configured to rotate horizontally with horizontal rotation of the boom and the swing casting and to transfer the horizontal rotation of the boom and the swing casting to the rotary element.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a training apparatus for providing different training levels to an operator of a machine. Known training systems are standalone training systems and separate from the machine. The training system is provided onboard the machine and allows for different training of the operator according to the operator's expertise.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a training apparatus for providing different training levels to an operator of a machine. Known training systems are standalone training systems and separate from the machine. The training system is provided onboard the machine and allows for different training of the operator according to the operator's expertise.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for automatically controlling operation of an implement provided on a machine. A swing angle of an arm on which the implement is provided may be controlled by determining actual and desired swing angles, generating a swing angle error, and automatically operating actuators on the machine to align the implement along the desired swing angle. An effective radius of the implement assembly may similarly be controlled by determining actual and desired effective radii, generating a radius error, and automatically operating actuators on the machine to move the implement to the desired effective radius.

Abstract: An implement pose control system and method is provided for a machine. The system and method include determining an actual implement pose having a first actual angle component relative to the first implement rotational axis and a second actual angle component relative to the second implement rotational axis. A desired implement pose may be determined that has first and second desired angle components relative to the first and second implement rotational axes. First and second axis errors may be determined, and the first and second actuators may be automatically operated in response to the error signals.

Abstract: A system for automated control of movement of a machine includes a pitch rate sensor to indicate the pitch rate of the machine. The machine has an implement movable relative to the machine. A controller generates a command signal to move the implement to control the pitch rate of the machine. A method is also provided.

Abstract: A protection system is provided for a work machine with a power source. At least one sensor is configured to monitor a fluid parameter of a work machine system external to the power source. The sensor is further configured to produce a signal indicative of a value of the fluid parameter. The component protection system has a control module in communication with the at least one sensor, the control module being configured to derate a power source output base upon the value of the fluid parameter.

Abstract: When operating a work vehicle such as a backhoe or wheel loader, it is frequently desirable to utilize auxiliary work equipment with the vehicle such as a pallet fork and a loading bucket. In the course of such operation, it is generally necessary to move the vehicle from one site to another, which requires movement of the auxiliary work equipment as well as the vehicle. The present invention provides a convenient coupling system for securely attaching a second work implement, such as a loading bucket, to a first work implement, such as pallet forks, for transportation purposes so that the connected auxiliary work equipment can be readily transported by the work vehicle from site to site, which is especially important when moving the vehicle over uneven and rough ground or surfaces.