Self-contained burying device for submerged environments
US7736094B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jun 15, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 26, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02D3/054
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system includes a body portion having rear portion having a fluid intake port and a nose portion having a fluid discharge port. The body portion contains an omni-directional vibratory device, a pump, a fluid conduit that is coupled to the pump and the fluid discharge port, and a power source that is electrically connected to the vibratory device and the pump. The body portion may also contain control circuitry and two end caps rigidly fixed therein, wherein the fluid conduit passes through each end cap. The vibratory device and the pump may be activated by a sensor such as a hydrostatic pressure sensor, an accelerometer, or an altimeter. The body portion may also contain communications circuitry that remotely controls the vibratory device and the pump. The body portion is configured to house a payload such as a sensor system, a battery pack, or a ballast for anchoring.
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