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Method and apparatus for installment of underground utilities

US4674579A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 7, 1985
Grant dateJun 23, 1987
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Expiry dateMar 7, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B47/13
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method and apparatus for installing underground utilities using an offset head fluid jet drilling and reaming apparatus. The drill is maneuverable and provides means for remote sensing of orientation and depth. Embodiments are illustrated with single and multiple jet cutting orifices.

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