Trimble has been granted a patent for a geodetic assembly designed for land surveying. The assembly includes magnetic units that interact to lock or unlock elements, with magnetic shields to protect sensitive devices. The innovative design enhances precision and efficiency in surveying applications. GlobalData’s report on Trimble gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Trimble, GNSS-based positioning was a key innovation area identified from patents. Trimble's grant share as of February 2024 was 75%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Geodetic assembly with magnetic units for land surveying
A geodetic assembly for land surveying has been granted a patent, as per Publication Number US11885617B2. The assembly comprises a first element with a first magnetic unit attached to a geodetic device and a support structure with a second element that interacts with the first element to support the geodetic device. The second element includes a second magnetic unit that can lock or unlock the first element by interacting with the first magnetic unit, which is rotatable relative to the second magnetic unit. Additionally, the assembly includes magnetic shields to protect the geodetic device from the magnetic units.
Furthermore, the geodetic assembly includes various configurations for the magnetic shields, such as ferromagnetic caps positioned between the magnetic units and the geodetic device or support structure. The first and second magnetic units are divided into regions with opposite polarities, allowing for alignment in locked or unlocked positions. The geodetic device supported by the assembly can include a prism, reflector, compass, surveying control unit, or a GNSS receiver, while the support structure can be a surveying stand, tripod, or pole. The second magnetic unit is fixed relative to the support structure, ensuring stability during land surveying activities.
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