Patents by Inventor Thomas Zitterbart

Thomas Zitterbart has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11970833
    Abstract: The invention relates to a quick coupling for coupling a tool to the boom of a working machines, comprising a quick coupling part at the boom side and a quick coupling part at the tool side that are latchable to one another via two spaced apart latching axles and an energy circuit coupling for the automatic coupling of an energy connector at the tool side and an energy connector at the boom side that comprises an energy coupling part at the boom side and an energy coupling part at the tool side that move toward one another by pivoting together about a first latching axle on an orbit and thereby automatically couple with one another. At least one of the energy coupling parts is movably supported. The energy circuit coupling comprises a linear guide that compensates the circular relative movement of the energy coupling parts on the pivoting together and guides them linearly toward one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2024
    Assignee: LIEBHERR-HYDRAULIKBAGGER GMBH
    Inventors: Thomas Zitterbart, Robert Grau
  • Publication number: 20240133150
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to an excavator bucket, which can be used both as a front loader bucket and as a backhoe bucket. The excavator bucket comprises a shell delimiting a bucket volume and a retaining device connected to the shell, via which the excavator bucket can be detachably connected to a quick coupling device of an implement. The retaining device comprises a first bolt for establishing a first connection to the quick coupling device and bolt receptacles arranged in a collinear manner to each other for establishing a second connection to the quick coupling device. According to the disclosure, the retaining device further comprises a second bolt, by means of which the first connection to the quick coupling device can be established as an alternative to the first bolt, wherein the second bolt is arranged on a side of the bolt receptacles opposite to the first bolt when viewed from above the retaining device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2023
    Publication date: April 25, 2024
    Inventors: Florian EGGLE, Florian STROBEL, Thomas ZITTERBART
  • Publication number: 20220412040
    Abstract: The invention relates to a system for localizing an attachment tool for a work device comprising a first communication unit connect to an attachment tool and having a first acceleration sensor that is configured to provide a first acceleration signal relating to an instantaneous acceleration of the attachment tool; a second communication unit connected to the work device in the region of a connection region for the attachment tool and having a second acceleration sensor that is configured to provide a second acceleration signal relating to an instantaneous acceleration of the connection region; and an identification module that is coupled to the first and/or second communication unit(s) and that is configured to obtain the first and second acceleration signals and to enable a safe allocation of the attachment tool to the work device by evaluating the signals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2022
    Publication date: December 29, 2022
    Inventors: Thomas ZITTERBART, Katharina SCHICK
  • Publication number: 20210324600
    Abstract: The invention relates to a quick coupling for coupling a tool to the boom of a working machines, comprising a quick coupling part at the boom side and a quick coupling part at the tool side that are latchable to one another via two spaced apart latching axles and an energy circuit coupling for the automatic coupling of an energy connector at the tool side and an energy connector at the boom side that comprises an energy coupling part at the boom side and an energy coupling part at the tool side that move toward one another by pivoting together about a first latching axle on an orbit and thereby automatically couple with one another. At least one of the energy coupling parts is movably supported. The energy circuit coupling comprises a linear guide that compensates the circular relative movement of the energy coupling parts on the pivoting together and guides them linearly toward one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Thomas ZITTERBART, Robert GRAU
  • Patent number: 10214873
    Abstract: The invention relates to a valve unit for the exclusive hydraulic actuation of the locking means of a mechanical quick-changer for attachments of a construction machine, wherein the valve unit comprises a feed pressure connector for applying the feed pressure, a first valve unit outlet for connecting an unlocking pressure line, a second valve unit outlet for connecting a locking pressure line, at least one discharge to the tank, and at least two switchable directional valves, with the feed pressure connector being connected or connectable to the second valve unit outlet via a serial connection of the at least two switchable directional valves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2019
    Assignee: Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH
    Inventors: Simon Meier, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20170159263
    Abstract: The invention relates to a valve unit for the exclusive hydraulic actuation of the locking means of a mechanical quick-changer for attachments of a construction machine, wherein the valve unit comprises a feed pressure connector for applying the feed pressure, a first valve unit outlet for connecting an unlocking pressure line, a second valve unit outlet for connecting a locking pressure line, at least one discharge to the tank, and at least two switchable directional valves, with the feed pressure connector being connected or connectable to the second valve unit outlet via a serial connection of the at least two switchable directional valves.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2016
    Publication date: June 8, 2017
    Inventors: Simon Meier, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Patent number: 8578638
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a work machine, in particular to an excavator, having a boom, an extension element and a piece of working equipment, wherein the extension element is attached to a pivotal connection axle of the boom via a first gimbal mounting and bears the piece of working equipment, wherein the piece of working equipment is attached to a pivotal connection axle of the extension element via a second gimbal mounting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Assignee: Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH
    Inventors: Daniel Härter, Roland Wachter, Bernd Wager, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20110150617
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a work machine, in particular to an excavator, having a boom, an extension element and a piece of working equipment, wherein the extension element is attached to a pivotal connection axle of the boom via a first gimbal mounting and bears the piece of working equipment, wherein the piece of working equipment is attached to a pivotal connection axle of the extension element via a second gimbal mounting.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2010
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Applicant: Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH
    Inventors: Daniel Härter, Roland Wachter, Bernd Wager, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20110002765
    Abstract: This invention relates to a box section made of an upper and lower plate and side plates. The upper and lower plates and the side plates thus form a weldment. According to the invention, provision is made for the interior of the box section to be accessible from the outside through multiple cutouts that are arranged in the longitudinal direction of the excavator boom in the side plates and/or in the upper and/or lower plates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2010
    Publication date: January 6, 2011
    Applicant: Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH
    Inventors: Dirk Asam, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Patent number: 7464967
    Abstract: A hydraulic quick coupling is described for the coupling of structural components. Two interacting quick-coupling parts are provided which are arranged respectively on the structural components, one quick-coupling part having at least one guide bolt which can engage in a centering bore of the quick-coupling part lying opposite it, each quick-coupling part being provided with coupling plugs or coupling sleeves for the connection of the hydraulic lines, and at least one quick-coupling part being arranged movably on one structural component in order to connect or separate the two quick-coupling parts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2008
    Assignee: Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH
    Inventors: Rolf Mieger, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Patent number: 7320272
    Abstract: The present application relates to a hydraulic system having a hydraulic supply, a consumer and having a control valve, which is in communication with the consumer by means of a first line and a second line, it being possible for the control valve to be switched into different positions, and the control valve connecting the hydraulic supply to the first line in at least one position. Furthermore, a first valve, which is in communication with the first line and the second line, is provided. Moreover, a third line, serving as a further return, which is in communication with the first valve and does not lead to or open out in the control valve, is also provided, the first valve being connected in such a manner that when pressure is applied to the first line it opens up a connection between the second and third lines.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2008
    Assignee: Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH
    Inventor: Thomas Zitterbart
  • Patent number: 7246457
    Abstract: The invention relates to a construction machine with a quick coupler for the coupling of a tool to a boom having a quick coupling part on the boom side and a quick coupling part on the tool side having a power circuit coupling, in particular a hydraulic coupling, having plate-like supports of the power coupling parts for the automatic coupling of a power connection on the tool side to a power connection on the boom side. In accordance with the invention, a write/read head is arranged in or at one of the two plate-like supports. Furthermore, a data carrier is arranged in the oppositely disposed plate-like support such that both can exchange data with one another in the coupled state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2007
    Assignee: Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH
    Inventors: Rolf Mieger, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20070085386
    Abstract: The subassembly (10) comprises a frame structure (12) and a frame module (14) which in turn comprises a frame structure portion (16). Provision is made here for the frame structure portion (16) to be joined at least partially to the frame structure (12) by means of a bearing contact which promotes alignment of an associated region (38) of the frame structure (12) into an intended assembly position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2004
    Publication date: April 19, 2007
    Inventors: Thomas Zirbs, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20070024092
    Abstract: The method is used for mounting a roof module (10) on a roof frame structure (12), having a roof opening (20), of a vehicle body (14), wherein the roof module (10), which contains a roof module panel (16) and a roof liner (18), is brought from outside into a defined inserted position relative to the roof opening (20), thereby forming an adhesive connection with the roof frame structure (12), and wherein the roof liner (18) in the inserted position has at least one roof liner portion (24) protruding over a roof frame member (22) of the roof frame structure (12).
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2004
    Publication date: February 1, 2007
    Inventors: Thomas Zirbs, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20060182594
    Abstract: The invention relates to a transfer apparatus comprising an operator cabin articulated at a movable and travelable boom. In accordance with the invention, the operator cabin is arranged in a suspended manner at the free end of the boom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2005
    Publication date: August 17, 2006
    Inventors: Bernd Wager, Werner Seifried, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Patent number: 7086804
    Abstract: The invention relates to a quick-change attachment to connect a tool, preferably, to the boom of a hydraulic excavator, comprising a boom-connecting quick-change attachment component to accommodate a tool, one end of which has a pin, and the other end of which is retained within a bearing of the quick-change attachment by positive-fit or friction engagement. According to the invention, a bushing in the form of a half-liner having a large support angle is inserted in the bearing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2006
    Assignee: Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH
    Inventors: Rolf Mieger, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20060021263
    Abstract: The invention relates to a mobile excavator comprising a travel unit having at least two axles. In accordance with the invention, at least one bogie is fastened to the mobile excavator in a coupling manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2005
    Publication date: February 2, 2006
    Inventors: Oliver Autenrieth, Werner Seifried, Bernd Wager, Thomas Zitterbart, Bernd Wager
  • Publication number: 20060021341
    Abstract: The present application relates to a hydraulic system having a hydraulic supply, a consumer and having a control valve, which is in communication with the consumer by means of a first line and a second line, it being possible for the control valve to be switched into different positions, and the control valve connecting the hydraulic supply to the first line in at least one position. Furthermore, a first valve, which is in communication with the first line and the second line, is provided. Moreover, a third line, serving as a further return, which is in communication with the first valve and does not lead to or open out in the control valve, is also provided, the first valve being connected in such a manner that when pressure is applied to the first line it opens up a connection between the second and third lines.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2005
    Publication date: February 2, 2006
    Inventor: Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20060022455
    Abstract: The present application relates to a hydraulic quick coupling for the coupling of structural components, in which two interacting quick-coupling parts are provided which are arranged respectively on the structural components, one quick-coupling part having at least one guide bolt which can engage in a centering bore of the quick-coupling part lying opposite it, each quick-coupling part being provided with coupling plugs or coupling sleeves for the connection of the hydraulic lines, and at least one quick-coupling part being arranged movably on one structural component in order to connect or separate the two quick-coupling parts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2005
    Publication date: February 2, 2006
    Inventors: Rolf Mieger, Thomas Zitterbart
  • Publication number: 20050204591
    Abstract: The invention relates to a construction machine with a quick coupler for the coupling of a tool to a boom having a quick coupling part on the boom side and a quick coupling part on the tool side having a power circuit coupling, in particular a hydraulic coupling, having plate-like supports of the power coupling parts for the automatic coupling of a power connection on the tool side to a power connection on the boom side. In accordance with the invention, a write/read head is arranged in or at one of the two plate-like supports. Furthermore, a data carrier is arranged in the oppositely disposed plate-like support such that both can exchange data with one another in the coupled state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2005
    Publication date: September 22, 2005
    Inventors: Rolf Mieger, Thomas Zitterbart