Nozzles with interchangeable inserts for precision application of crop protectant
US11160269B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05B13/0278
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A treatment system for spraying treatment fluid onto plants in a field is described. The treatment system includes a configurable treatment mechanism including an array of nozzles and valve assemblies coupled into manifolds, and manifold assemblies. The nozzle comprises a nozzle housing and an insert assembly contained within the nozzle housing. When coupled, a top casing including a fluid inlet and a bottom casing including at least one fluid outlet form the nozzle housing. The insert assembly comprises at least one nozzle insert to fluidically couple the fluid inlet and the fluid outlets such that fluid entering from the fluid inlet exits the nozzle housing through the fluid outlets.
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