Multi-purpose turf stake and combination turf stake and frame construction assembly
US5881495A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 6, 1997 |
| Grant date | Mar 16, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 6, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45F3/44
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A combination turf stake and frame construction assembly for establishing a framework construction upon a ground surface. The turf stake includes an elongate spike portion having a first inserting end, a second supporting end and a plurality of vane portions projecting in circumferentially spaced apart and axially directed fashion substantially along the spike portion. A substantially polygonal shaped body defining a hollowed and interior cavity is integrally formed atop the second supporting end of the turf stake and substantially corresponds to a likewise polygonally shaped and inserting end of a selected elongate frame construction member so as to engage the elongate member in a friction fit manner. A plurality of turf stakes and frame construction members can be employed to assemble any desired framework construction. Both the turf stakes and frame construction members can be further internally hollowed to facilitate the communication of fluid, such as water, through an interconnecting network of the assembly and to provide irrigation and watering to plants or like vegetation.
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