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Adjustable porous groynes and method for shoreline reclamation

US5720573A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 3, 1996
Grant dateFeb 24, 1998
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Expiry dateJan 3, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE02B3/04
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method for shoreline reclamation which includes utilizing groyne structures including stanchions to which are mounted at least one porous screen and wherein the screen is vertically adjustable as material is deposited during the reclamation process.

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