Sports field structure and method for forming the same
US10208434B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01C2201/20
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A sports field comprises a base structure and a cover. The cover is at least partly permeable to fluid, especially water. The base structure comprises voids for containing fluid. The base structure forms a substantially continuous deck supporting the cover. The cover comprises or is formed by an artificial sports layer, such as artificial grass. At least a number of the voids are in fluid communication with each other. Wick elements are provided fluidly connecting at least a number of the voids with the cover for supplying fluid from the voids to the top layer.
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