Work implement for construction machine

Abstract

A work implement (112) for a construction machine (100) includes a collection member (124), a first side wall (132), a second side wall (134), and a plate member (136) coupled to the collection member (124), the first side wall (132), and the second side wall (134). The collection member (124), the first side wall (132), the second side wall (134), and the plate member (136) together define a hollow space (142). Further, at least one of the first side wall (132), the second side wall (134), and the plate member (136) defines an opening (144) in communication with the hollow space (142). The work implement (112) further includes a sensor mounting system (150) including a cover (152, 252, 352, 452), a plurality of mechanical fasteners (158) adapted to couple the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) with the work implement (112), and a sensor (164) mounted on the cover (152, 252, 352, 452). The sensor (164) is partially received within the hollow space (142) when the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) is coupled with the first side wall (132).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a work tool and a construction machine including the work tool. Background Art

[0002] Construction machines, such as wheel loaders, typically include a work implement coupled to the construction machine. The work implement, such as a bucket, can be used to perform different work operations. For example, the work implement can be used to hold and move materials, such as debris, soil, etc. In addition, different types of work implements can be coupled to the construction machine based on the type of work operation that needs to be performed. Typically, a sensor can be coupled to the work implement for determining the type of work implement currently coupled to the construction machine.

[0003] The sensor may be coupled to the work implement using a mounting device. However, the sensor and mounting device may be susceptible to damage / failure while the construction machine is in operation, such as due to material spillage or contact with any obstacles at the work site. In some instances, the mounting device may be welded to the construction machine. However, welded mounting devices may present durability risks. Furthermore, conventional mounting devices may not be retrofittable, cost-effective, and durable.

[0004] U.S. Publication Application No. 2021 / 0303289 describes a system that may include a reader device including one or more memories, and one or more processors communicatively coupled to the one or more memories. The one or more processors may be configured to: obtain sensor data from a plurality of sensor devices associated with a machine using wireless local area network communications; identify information identifying a sensor device among the plurality of sensor devices from the sensor data, generate sensor device information that associates the information identifying the sensor device with information identifying a component of the machine, and transmit the sensor device information so that the machine is updated using the sensor device information. Summary of the invention

[0005] In one aspect of the present disclosure, a work tool for a construction machine is provided. The work tool includes a collection member having a first end and a second end spaced apart from the first end along a lateral axis of the work tool. The work tool also includes a first side wall extending from the first end of the collection member along the longitudinal axis of the work tool. The work tool also includes a second side wall spaced apart from the first side wall along the lateral axis. The second side wall extends from the second end of the collection member along the longitudinal axis. The work tool includes a plate member coupled to the collection member, the first side wall, and the second side wall. The collection member, the first side wall, the second side wall, and the plate member together define a hollow space of the work tool. At least one of the first side wall, the second side wall, and the plate member defines an opening communicating with the hollow space of the work tool. The work tool also includes a sensor mounting system. The sensor mounting system includes a cover having a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface. The cover is adapted to be removably coupled to at least one of the first side wall, the second side wall, and the plate member so that the cover is aligned with the opening. The second surface of the cover faces the hollow space when the cover is coupled to at least one of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the plate member. The sensor mounting system also includes a plurality of mechanical fasteners adapted to removably couple the cover to the work implement. The sensor mounting system also includes a sensor mounted on the second surface of the cover such that the sensor is at least partially received within the hollow space when the cover is coupled to at least one of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the plate member.

[0006] In another aspect of the present disclosure, a construction machine is provided. The construction machine includes a frame. The construction machine also includes a linkage assembly movably coupled to the frame. The construction machine also includes a work tool movably coupled to the linkage assembly. The work tool includes a collection member having a first end and a second end spaced apart from the first end along a lateral axis of the work tool. The work tool also includes a first side wall extending from the first end of the collection member along a longitudinal axis of the work tool. The work tool also includes a second side wall spaced apart from the first side wall along the lateral axis. The second side wall extends from the second end of the collection member along the longitudinal axis. The work tool also includes a plate member coupled to the collection member, the first side wall, and the second side wall. The collection member, the first side wall, the second side wall, and the plate member together define a hollow space of the work tool. At least one of the first side wall, the second side wall, and the plate member defines an opening communicating with the hollow space of the work tool. The work tool also includes a sensor mounting system. The sensor mounting system includes a cover having a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface. The cover is adapted to be removably coupled to at least one of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the plate member so that the cover is aligned with the opening. When the cover is coupled to at least one of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the plate member, the second surface of the cover faces the hollow space. The sensor mounting system also includes a plurality of mechanical fasteners adapted to removably couple the cover to the work implement. The sensor mounting system also includes a sensor mounted on the second surface of the cover so that when the cover is coupled to at least one of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the plate member, the sensor is at least partially received within the hollow space.

[0007] Other features and aspects of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following description and accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0008] Figure 1 is a side view of a construction machine according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0009] Figure 2A According to the embodiment of the present disclosure Figure 1 A perspective view of a working tool of a construction machine;

[0010] Figure 2B The embodiment of the present disclosure is shown coupled to Figure 2A A sensor mounting system for a plate member of a working tool;

[0011] Figure 3 is a perspective view of a sensor mounting system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0012] Figure 4A Another embodiment of the present disclosure is shown in FIG. Figure 2A A perspective view of a first side wall of a working tool;

[0013] Figure 4B Another embodiment of the present disclosure is shown coupled to Figure 4A a sensor mounting system of a first side wall; and

[0014] Figures 5A to 5C According to various embodiments of the present disclosure Figure 2A Perspective views of different designs of covers associated with sensor mounting systems. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0015] Wherever possible, the same reference numbers will be used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or like parts. Figure 1 , a side view of an exemplary construction machine 100 is shown. The construction machine 100 is implemented as a wheel loader that can be used for purposes such as construction, landscaping, agriculture, etc. Alternatively, the construction machine 100 can be implemented as a bulldozer, an excavator, a tractor with one or more work implements, a motor grader, a scraper, etc., which can be used in various industries to move, remove or load materials such as asphalt, debris, dirt, snow, feed, crushed stone, logs, mineral raw materials, recycling materials, rocks, sand, wood chips, etc. It should be noted that the construction machine 100 can be implemented as any type of machine including a work implement.

[0016] The construction machine 100 includes a frame 102 having a front end 120 and a rear end 122 opposite the front end 120. The frame 102 supports various components of the construction machine 100 thereon, such as a power source (not shown). The power source may include an engine, such as an internal combustion engine, a battery, a motor, etc. The power source provides power to the construction machine 100 for operation and mobility requirements. The construction machine 100 includes a cover 104 proximate to the rear end 122 of the frame 102. The cover 104 encloses the power source therein.

[0017] The construction machine 100 also includes an operator compartment 106 supported by the frame 102. The operator compartment 106 includes one or more controls (not shown), such as joysticks, pedals, levers, buttons, switches, knobs, audio-visual devices, an operator console, a steering wheel, etc. The controls may enable an operator to control the construction machine 100 during operation.

[0018] The construction machine 100 also includes a linkage assembly 108 that is movably coupled to the frame 102. The linkage assembly 108 is disposed proximate to a front end 120 of the frame 102. The linkage assembly 108 includes an arm 110 that is movably coupled to the frame 102. The construction machine 100 also includes a work implement 112 that is movably coupled to the linkage assembly 108. The work implement 112 can be used to perform one or more work operations, such as material loading, inventory stacking, dumping, etc. The work implement 112 is implemented as a bucket herein. It should be noted that the design of the bucket shown herein is exemplary in nature, and the bucket may include any other design and / or shape. In addition, the work implement 112 may include any other type of work implement, such as a blade, a ripper, etc.

[0019] The linkage assembly 108 also includes one or more actuators 114 ( Figure 1 The construction machine 100 also includes a plurality of wheels 116. The wheels 116 provide support and mobility for the construction machine 100 on the ground.

[0020] Figure 2A 1 shows a perspective view of a work tool 112. Figure 2A As shown in , the work tool 112 defines a longitudinal axis A1 and a lateral axis A2 orthogonal to the longitudinal axis A1. The work tool 112 is symmetrical about a symmetry plane parallel to the longitudinal axis A1 and orthogonal to the lateral axis A2. The work tool 112 includes a collecting member 124 having a first end 126 and a second end 128 spaced apart from the first end 126 along the lateral axis A2 of the work tool 112. The collecting member 124 defines a material receiving space (not shown here). The material receiving space can hold various types of materials therein. The collecting member 124 may include a generally curved profile.

[0021] The work tool 112 also includes a first side wall 132 extending from a first end 126 of the collection member 124 along a longitudinal axis A1 of the work tool 112. The work tool 112 also includes a second side wall 134 spaced apart from the first side wall 132 along a lateral axis A2. The second side wall 134 extends from a second end 128 of the collection member 124 along the longitudinal axis A1. The first side wall 132 may be substantially similar in design and size to the second side wall 134. The work tool 112 also includes a plate member 136 coupled to the collection member 124, the first side wall 132, and the second side wall 134. The plate member 136 extends between the first side wall 132 and the second side wall 134 along the lateral axis A2. Figure 2AIn the illustrated example, the plate member 136 comprises a torque tube.

[0022] Furthermore, first sidewall 132 includes first side edge 138 such that plate member 136 is coupled to first sidewall 132 at first side edge 138. Furthermore, second sidewall 134 includes second side edge 140 such that plate member 136 is coupled to second sidewall 134 at second side edge 140.

[0023] The collecting member 124, the first side wall 132, the second side wall 134 and the plate member 136 together define a hollow space 142 of the working tool 112. In addition, the first side wall 132, the second side wall 134 or the plate member 136 defines an opening 144 that communicates with the hollow space 142 of the working tool 112. Figure 2A In the illustrated example of , the plate member 136 defines an opening 144 that communicates with the hollow space 142 of the work tool 112. The opening 144 may be defined proximate to the first end 126 or the second end 128 of the collection member 124. Figure 2A In the illustrated example, the opening 144 is defined proximate the first end 126 of the collection member 124 .

[0024] The opening 144 in the plate member 136 has a first length "L1" extending along the lateral axis A2 and a second length "L2" orthogonal to the first length "L1". The first length "L1" is greater than the second length "L2". In addition, the opening 144 includes a first region "R1". In addition, the working tool 112 may include a plurality of first through holes 146 proximate to the opening 144. Figure 2A In the illustrated example of the work tool 112, the work tool 112 includes four first through holes 146. Alternatively, the total number of first through holes 146 can vary depending on the application requirements. In some examples, the inner surface of the plate member 136 can include a plurality of weld nuts (not shown), such that each weld nut can be aligned with a corresponding first through hole 146. The weld nuts can be coupled to the work tool 112 prior to assembly of the work tool 112.

[0025] In another example, the opening 144 can be defined close to the second end 128 without any limitation. In addition, in other examples, the opening 144 can be defined in the first side wall 132 or the second side wall 134 close to the first side edge 138 and the second side edge 140, respectively. For example, as Figure 1 As shown in , the opening 144 is defined in the second side wall 134 proximate to the second side edge 140. In some examples, the opening 144 in the second side wall 134 has a first length "L3" extending along the longitudinal axis A1 and a second length "L4" orthogonal to the first length "L3". The second length "L4" is greater than the first length "L3".

[0026] Reference now Figure 2B The work tool 112 also includes a sensor mounting system 150. The sensor mounting system 150 can be connected to the first side wall 132 (see Figure 4B ), the second side wall 134 (see Figure 1 ) or plate member 136 is removably connected. Figure 3 In the illustrated example, the sensor mounting system 150 is removably coupled to the plate member 136. Alternatively, as Figure 1 As shown in , the sensor mounting system 150 may be removably coupled to the second side wall 134 .

[0027] like Figure 2B As shown in FIG. 1 , the sensor mounting system 150 includes a cover 152 having a first surface 154 and a second surface 156 (see FIG. 1 ) opposite the first surface 154. Figure 3 ). The first surface 154 and the second surface 156 may have a substantially planar profile. The cover 152 may be made of a metallic material or a non-metallic material. For example, the cover 152 may be made of sheet metal or a material that may be cost-effective and durable to be used in the construction machine 100 (see Figure 1 ) during operation. Alternatively, the cover 152 may be made of a polymer. In addition, the cover 152 includes a second region "R2". In some examples, the second region A2 of the cover 152 is larger than the opening 144 (see Figure 2A It should be noted that the second area “R2” of the cover 152 may be determined such that the cover 152 completely closes the opening 144 .

[0028] In addition, the cover 152 is removably coupled to the first side wall 132, the second side wall 134, or the plate member 136 such that the cover 152 is aligned with the opening 144. Figure 2B In the illustrated example, the cover 152 is removably coupled to the plate member 136. In addition, when the cover 152 is coupled to the first side wall 132, the second side wall 134, or the plate member 136, the second surface 156 of the cover 152 faces the hollow space 142 (see Figure 2A For example, when the cover 152 is coupled to the plate member 136, the second surface 156 of the cover 152 faces the hollow space 142. In addition, based on the coupling of the cover 152 to the plate member 136, a portion of the second surface 156 of the cover 152 may contact the plate member 136.

[0029] The sensor mounting system 150 also includes a plurality of mechanical fasteners 158 that removably couple the cover 152 to the work implement 112. The mechanical fasteners 158 may include bolts, screws, pins, etc. Figure 2BIn the illustrated example of FIG. 1 , the sensor mounting system 150 includes four mechanical fasteners 158. However, in other examples, the sensor mounting system 150 may include any number of mechanical fasteners 158 without limitation.

[0030] Reference now Figure 3 , the cover 152 defines a plurality of second through holes 153. Figure 3 In the example shown in FIG. 1 , the cover 152 includes four second through holes 153. Alternatively, the total number of second through holes 153 may vary depending on the application requirements. The second through holes 153 in the cover 152 are aligned with the first through holes 146 in the working tool 112 (see FIG. 1 ). Figure 2A ) are aligned for receiving corresponding mechanical fasteners 158.

[0031] The sensor mounting system 150 also includes a mounting bracket 160 coupled to the cover 152. The size of the mounting bracket 160 can be smaller than the first area "R1" of the opening 144 so that the opening 144 can allow the mounting bracket 160 to pass therethrough. The mounting bracket 160 can be made of a polymer without any limitation. The mounting bracket 160 is coupled to the cover 152 by one or more fasteners 162. Figure 3 In the illustrated example, the fastening device 162 includes a pair of mechanical fasteners. More particularly, the fastening device 162 includes a nut and bolt device. Alternatively, the fastening device 162 may include a screw, a pin, etc. In other examples, the fastening device 162 may include an adhesive, a spring-loaded clamp, etc., without limitation. In addition, the mounting bracket 160 may be coupled to the cover 152 by a magnetic lock device, a snap-fit ​​device, etc.

[0032] The sensor mounting system 150 also includes a sensor 164 mounted on the second surface 156 of the cover 152. Specifically, the sensor 164 is placed within the mounting bracket 160 and mounted on the second surface 156 of the cover 152. The mounting bracket 160 can hold and support the sensor 164. In addition, when the cover 152 is coupled to the first side wall 132, the second side wall 134, or the plate member 136, the sensor 164 is at least partially received in the hollow space 142 (see Figure 2A )Inside.

[0033] In some examples, the sensor 164 is a Bluetooth sensor. For example, the sensor 164 can generate an indication of the current connection with the construction machine 100 (see Figure 1) signal of the type of work implement 112 coupled. It should be noted that the present disclosure is not limited by the type of sensor 164 or the total number of sensors 164. Therefore, the sensor mounting system 150 may include more than one sensor 164. In addition, the sensor 164 may be used for any other purpose and may be implemented as any other type of sensor, such as a radio frequency identification (RFID) sensor, without limitation.

[0034] Figure 4A Another embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Figure 4A As shown in FIG. 1 , the first side wall 132 of the work tool 112 defines an opening 144. The opening 144 is defined in the first side wall 132 proximate to the first side edge 138 so that the opening 144 communicates with the hollow space 142 (see FIG. 1 ). Figure 4A ). The opening 144 in the first side wall 132 has a first length "L3" extending along the longitudinal axis A1 and a second length "L4" orthogonal to the first length "L3". The second length "L4" is greater than the first length "L3".

[0035] Reference now Figure 4B The cover 152 is connected to the first side wall 132 so that the cover 152 is connected to the opening 144 (see Figure 4A ). When the cover 152 is coupled to the first side wall 132, the second surface 156 of the cover 152 faces the hollow space 142. In addition, when the cover 152 is coupled to the first side wall 132, a portion of the second side 156 of the cover 152 contacts the first side wall 132. In addition, when the cover 152 is coupled to the first side wall 132, the sensor 164 (see Figure 3 ) is at least partially received in the hollow space 142 (see Figure 2A )Inside.

[0036] refer to Figure 5A , shows a schematic perspective view of a sensor mounting system 150 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. The sensor mounting system 150 includes a sensor mounting system 150 that can be used with a work tool 112 (see Figure 1-2B ) is connected to the cover 252. The cover 252 can be substantially similar to Figure 2B and 3 However, the cover 252 defines one or more cutouts 266 such that the one or more cutouts 266 are aligned with the sensor 164. The cutouts 266 may be provided when the cover 252 is made of a metal material to improve the transmission and reception of signals from the sensor 164. Figure 5AIn the illustrated example of , the cover 252 includes a single cutout 266. The cutout 266 is substantially square in shape. However, in other examples, the cutout 266 may include a rectangular shape, a circular shape, etc. based on application requirements. It should be noted that the cutout 266 may include a shape and size that may allow for uninterrupted transmission and reception of signals from the sensor 164. In some examples, the cutout 266 may be covered by a clear plastic piece to protect the sensor 164 from dust and debris.

[0037] refer to Figure 5B , showing a schematic perspective view of a sensor mounting system 150 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. The sensor mounting system 150 includes a sensor mounting system 150 that can be used with a work tool 112 (see Figure 1-2B ) is connected to the cover 352. The cover 352 can be substantially similar to Figure 2B and 3 However, the cover 352 defines one or more cutouts 366 such that the one or more cutouts 366 are aligned with the sensor 164. Figure 5B In the illustrated example of , the cover 352 includes a pair of cutouts 366. When the cover 352 is made of a metal material, the cutouts 366 can be provided to improve the transmission and reception of signals from the sensor 164. The cutouts 366 are substantially rectangular in shape. In some examples, the cover 352 can define more than two cutouts 366 based on application requirements. It should be noted that the cutouts 366 can include shapes and sizes that can allow uninterrupted transmission and reception of signals from the sensor 164. In some examples, the cutouts 366 can be covered by a clear plastic piece to protect the sensor 164 from dust and debris.

[0038] refer to Figure 5C , shows a schematic perspective view of a sensor mounting system 150 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. The sensor mounting system 150 includes a sensor mounting system 150 that can be used with a work tool 112 (see Figure 1-2B ) is connected to the cover 452. The cover 452 can be substantially similar to Figure 2B and 3 164. The cover 452 of the embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIG. 165. However, the cover 452 defines a single cutout 466. Alternatively, the cover 452 may include two or more cutouts 466. When the cover 452 is made of a metal material, the cutout 466 may be provided to improve the transmission and reception of signals from the sensor 164. In some examples, the cutout 466 may be covered by a flap 468. The flap 468 may be made of a material that may allow uninterrupted transmission and reception of signals from the sensor 164. The flap 468 may be made of a flexible material such as rubber. Alternatively, the flap 468 may be made of a plastic material. The flap 468 may prevent dust, debris, or water from entering the cutout 466, thereby protecting the sensor 164.

[0039] It should be understood that individual features shown or described for one embodiment may be combined with individual features shown or described for another embodiment. The above embodiments do not limit the scope of the present disclosure in any way. Therefore, it should be understood that although some features are shown or described to illustrate the use of the present disclosure in the context of functional segments, such features may be omitted from the scope of the present disclosure without departing from the spirit of the present disclosure as defined in the appended claims.

[0040] Industrial Applicability

[0041] The work implement 112 includes a sensor mounting system 150 that enables a sensor 164 to be coupled to the work implement 112. The sensor 164 can allow information about the type of work implement 112 currently coupled to the construction machine 100 to be shared. The sensor mounting system 150 described herein can be cost-effective, durable, and retrofittable. The sensor mounting system 150 includes a cover 152, 252, 352, 452 that can be removably coupled to the work implement 112. In addition, the cover 152, 252, 352, 452 can have a simple and cost-effective design. In addition, the cover 152, 252, 352, 452 can be easily removed and replaced. In addition, the sensor mounting system 150 is designed so that when the sensor mounting system 150 is coupled to the work implement 112, the sensor 164 is disposed within a pre-existing enclosed section, i.e., within the hollow space 142 of the plate member 136 (i.e., the torque tube).

[0042] Sensor mounting system 150 may be coupled to work tool 112 without any significant changes to the structure of work tool 112. In some examples, a weld nut may be coupled with work tool 112 to minimize any modifications to the structure of work tool 112.

[0043] Furthermore, sensor mounting system 150 may be coupled to any of plate member 136, first sidewall 132, or second sidewall 134. Sensor mounting system 150 may be positioned proximate to a top edge of work tool 112, and thus, any potential for ground contact of sensor 164 may be avoided. Furthermore, when sensor 164 is received within hollow space 142, any contact of sensor 164 with material being handled by work tool 112, such as during spillage of material from work tool 112, may be avoided.

[0044] Additionally, in some examples, the cover 152 may be non-metallic to improve transmission and reception of signals from the sensor 164. In such examples, the cover 152 may be loosely connected to the work tool 112. However, in other examples, the cover 252, 352, 452 may be metallic. In such examples, the cover 252, 352, 452 may include a cutout 266, 366, 466 to improve transmission and reception of signals from the sensor 164. In an example, the cover 452 may include a flap 468 so that the sensor 164 may be protected from dust or debris.

[0045] Although various aspects of the present disclosure have been particularly shown and described with reference to the above embodiments, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various additional embodiments may be conceived by modifying the disclosed machines, systems, and methods without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. Such embodiments should be understood to fall within the scope of the present disclosure as determined based on the claims and any equivalents thereof.

Claims

1. A working tool (112) for a construction machine (100), the working tool (112) comprising: a collection member (124) having a first end (126) and a second end (128) spaced apart from the first end (126) along a lateral axis (A2) of the work tool (112); a first side wall (132) extending from the first end (126) of the collection member (124) along a longitudinal axis (A1) of the working tool (112); a second sidewall (134) spaced apart from the first sidewall (132) along the lateral axis (A2), wherein the second sidewall (134) extends from the second end (128) of the collection member (124) along the longitudinal axis (A1); a plate member (136) coupled to the collecting member (124), the first side wall (132), and the second side wall (134), wherein the collecting member (124), the first side wall (132), the second side wall (134), and the plate member (136) together define a hollow space (142) of the working tool (112), and wherein at least one of the first side wall (132), the second side wall (134), and the plate member (136) defines an opening (144) that communicates with the hollow space (142) of the working tool (112); as well as A sensor mounting system (150), the sensor mounting system comprising: a cover (152, 252, 352, 452) having a first surface (154) and a second surface (156) opposite the first surface (154), wherein the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) is adapted to be removably coupled to at least one of the first side wall (132), the second side wall (134), and the plate member (136) such that the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) is aligned with the opening (144), wherein when the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) is coupled to at least one of the first side wall (132), the second side wall (134), and the plate member (136), the second surface (156) of the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) faces the hollow space (142); a plurality of mechanical fasteners (158) adapted to removably couple the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) to the work implement (112); and A sensor (164) is mounted on the second surface (156) of the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) so that when the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) is connected to at least one of the first side wall (132), the second side wall (134) and the plate member (136), the sensor (164) is at least partially received in the hollow space (142).

2. The work tool (112) of claim 1, wherein the opening (144) is defined proximate at least one of the first end (126) and the second end (128) of the collection member (124).

3. The work tool (112) according to claim 1, wherein the opening (144) in the plate member (136) has a first length (L1) extending along the lateral axis (A2) and a second length (L2) orthogonal to the first length (L1), and wherein the first length (L1) is greater than the second length (L2).

4. The working tool (112) according to claim 1, wherein the opening (144) in at least one of the first side wall (132) and the second side wall (134) has a first length (L3) extending along the longitudinal axis (A1) and a second length (L4) orthogonal to the first length (L3), and wherein the second length (L4) is greater than the first length (L3).

5. The work tool (112) of claim 1, wherein the first side wall (132) includes a first side edge (138), such that the plate member (136) is coupled to the first side wall (132) at the first side edge (138), and wherein the opening (144) is defined in the first side wall (132) proximate to the first side edge (138).

6. The work tool (112) of claim 1, wherein the second side wall (134) includes a second side edge (140), such that the plate member (136) is coupled to the second side wall (134) at the second side edge (140), and wherein the opening (144) is defined in the second side wall (134) proximate to the second side edge (140).

7. The work tool (112) according to claim 1, wherein the cover (152, 252, 352, 452) is made of at least one of a metallic material and a non-metallic material.

8. The work tool (112) according to claim 1, wherein the opening (144) includes a first area (R1), wherein the cover (152) includes a second area (R2), and wherein the second area (R2) of the cover (152) is larger than the first area (R1) of the opening (144).

9. The work tool (112) of claim 1, wherein the cover (252, 352, 452) defines at least one cutout (266, 366, 466) such that the at least one cutout (266, 366, 466) is aligned with the sensor (164).

10. The work tool (112) of claim 1, wherein the sensor (164) is a Bluetooth sensor.

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