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Multi-layered, porous mat turf irrigation apparatus and method

US6161776A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 12, 1998
Grant dateDec 19, 2000
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Expiry dateAug 12, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01G20/00
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A turf irrigation distribution and reservoir product and method ecosystem employing a substantially continuous mat on the soil surface on which turf is placed or produced, the mat having a primary, lateral water distribution structure which distributes water from a water charging inlet throughout the lateral area to the mat periphery where it is restrained, the water then being distributed vertically above and below the lateral distribution structure.

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