Aerial boom with through-fan spray and related methods and vehicles
US12042810B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 4, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jul 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64U2201/202
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A boom for a sprayer vehicle includes a fluid-carrying medium; at least one nozzle fluidly coupled to the fluid-carrying medium; and at least one unmanned aerial vehicle tethered to the fluid-carrying medium. The at least one unmanned aerial vehicle includes a plurality of fans, and the nozzle is arranged to discharge material through a fan. Related methods and sprayer vehicles are also disclosed.
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