Manual watering boom and greenhouse
US6131832A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 7, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 7, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A40/25
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The manual watering boom comprises of a wheeled frame, a water delivery system, and a handle. The wheeled frame comprises of a horizontal beam, at least two support structures, and a wheel assembly. The horizontal beam has a first and a second end and at least two adjustable brackets are connected to it. Each support structure has a front and rear shaft, and attaches to the horizontal beam raising the horizontal beam to an elevated position. The wheel assembly attaches to each shaft and comprises of an axle and a wheel. The water delivery system comprises of a water delivery pipe and multiple irrigation outlets. The water delivery pipe is supported by the adjustable brackets and is in fluid communication with the water inlet. The multiple irrigation outlets are spaced longitudinally along the water pipe for delivering water in overlapping spray patterns. The handle comprises of a handle joint and a steering handle. The handle joint is attached to the horizontal beam. The steering handle is attached to the handle joint wherein the steering handle allows the operator to propel and direct the manual watering boom. A greenhouse employing the improved watering boom is described.
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