James L. Hunter,Andrew S. Nickerson,Lyndon J. Schroeder,Ronald D. Rushing,C. Fred Hood
申请号：
US13733544
公开号：
USRE045489E1
申请日:
2013.01.03
申请国别(地区):
US
年份:
2015
代理人:
摘要：
A method and apparatus for processing seed or seed samples includes an autonomous sorter which sorts seed by pre-programmed criteria. Optional features can include a counter to autonomously ensure the correct number of seeds to a seed package, a cleaning device, a sheller, and a label applicator. A conveyance path, controlled automatically, can move the seed to appropriate and desired stations during the processing while maintaining the sample segregating from other samples. Validation of the sample can be pre-required and information about the sample can be derived and stored for further use.
