Patent ID: 8601781
Filing Date: 2013-12-10
Classification: A01D

Abstract:
1. An adjustable rake assembly comprising: a frame comprising a main axial member defining a front end and a back end and a transverse member fixedly attached to the main axial member proximate the back end; and two wings movably attached to opposed ends of the transverse member, wherein each wing comprises at least two rakes attached thereto, wherein each wing is further configured to be moved to at least one transport position, in which the wings are disposed proximate the main axial member in a folded arrangement, the adjustable rake assembly further comprising: a driveline at least partially disposed with the main axial member that is configured to transmit power from a tractor connected to the rake assembly at the front end of the main axial member to a baler connected to the rake assembly at the back end of the main axial member; a plurality of position sensors configured to detect a position of the first and second sets of hydraulic cylinders; and a control system configured to actuate at least one of the first or second set of hydraulic cylinders based on data received from the position sensors, wherein each wing is configured to be moved with respect to the frame between at least a first field position and a second field position, in which the wings are spaced away from the main axial member for raking operations.