OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000002252

System and method for determining position of a pipelayer boom

Published: 2026-09-15T19:11:46.334426Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000002252
Categories: Lifting, Positioning & Manipulation > Hoists and Cranes

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ABSTRACT

A system for determining an angular position of a boom of a pipelayer is
disclosed. The system includes a linkage, an angle sensor, and a controller.
The linkage includes a first arm configured to be coupled to a frame of the
pipelayer, a second arm configured to be coupled to the boom, and a pivot
joint pivotally connecting the first arm to the second arm. The angle sensor
is positioned at the pivot joint. The angle sensor is configured to detect a
pivot angle between the first arm and the second arm. The controller is
configured to determine, based on the pivot angle, the angular position of the
boom relative to the frame of the pipelayer.

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000002252
Published 2026-09-15T19:11:46.334426Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000002252